ShinyHunters, the elusive hacking network that started in France
ShinyHunters is a notorious hacking group that originated in France and has gained international notoriety for its data breaches. Despite multiple arrests, the group continues to operate and has become a recognizable brand in the cybercriminal world. Recent investigations have linked several suspects to the group, highlighting its ongoing influence and activity.
- ▪ShinyHunters is known for data theft and extortion, claiming responsibility for numerous data breaches.
- ▪In June 2025, four young men were arrested in France for their alleged involvement with BreachForums, a marketplace for stolen data.
- ▪The group has deep ties to France but has expanded its operations globally, continuing to evade law enforcement efforts.
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| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 20:30:09 +0200 |
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LÉA GIRARDOT/LE MONDE Pixels Pixels Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Cybersecurity ShinyHunters, the elusive hacking network that started in France By Gabriel Thierry and Florian Reynaud Published today at 8:30 pm (Paris) 4 min read Lire en français Subscribers only Make us preferred on Google (() => { const scope = document.currentScript && document.currentScript.parentElement; const element = scope && scope.querySelector('[data-element="google-discover-button-link"][data-google-discover-ready="false"]'); const referrerType = document.documentElement.dataset.googleDiscoverReferrerType || ''; if (!(element instanceof HTMLAnchorElement) || !referrerType) { return; } element.href = referrerType === 'discover' ? element.dataset.discoverUrl : element.dataset.searchUrl; element.dataset.referrerType…
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