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Alleged ‘Scattered Spider’ Member Extradited to U.S.
- A 23-year-old Scottish man, Tyler Robert Buchanan, believed to be a member of the Scattered Spider cybercrime group, has been extradited to the United States from Spain.
- Buchanan is facing charges of wire fraud, conspiracy, and identity theft for allegedly hacking into numerous companies and controlling over $26 million in stolen funds.
- The Scattered Spider group is known for breaking into major technology companies globally and Buchanan was arrested in Spain last year for SMS-based phishing attacks in 2022.
- He fled the UK in 2023 after his home was invaded by a rival cybercrime gang, leading to his arrest in 2024 while attempting to board a flight to Italy.
- Although tied to the Scattered Spider group who carried out ransomware attacks in 2023, Buchanan's case focuses on SMS phishing campaigns and SIM-swapping attacks.
- Investigations revealed Buchanan's connection to phishing domains used in the 2022 campaign and the involvement in targeting multiple companies globally.
- FBI evidence indicated Buchanan's communication regarding proceeds of SIM swapping and cryptocurrency transactions exceeding $26 million.
- Federal charges have also been filed against four other alleged Scattered Spider members in Los Angeles, with Buchanan facing potential prison time for his crimes.
- Buchanan's attorney has not responded to comments, and he remains in custody without bail pending trial, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for May 6.
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