Australian police have arrested the alleged leaders of a hacking crew known as TeamPCP, with help from the FBI, over the Shai-Hulud worm and other supply chain attacks.
Australian police have arrested the alleged masterminds behind a hacking group known as TeamPCP, with assistance from the FBI. The group is accused of creating the Shai-Hulud worm and carrying out other supply chain attacks.
The arrests were reported by The Register on Friday, August 28, 2026. Further details about the operation or charges have not been disclosed.
Why this matters: The arrests could disrupt ongoing cybercriminal operations linked to supply chain attacks.
What this means for you: If you use software affected by supply chain attacks, this may reduce the risk of future compromises.
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