Revolut Hackers Demand $3 Million in Monero, Threaten Data Sale
- Hackers known as “iamnotavillain” are demanding $3 million worth of monero (XMR) within 24 hours.
- The group claims to have breached at least 680 Revolut customer accounts.
- They utilized blockchain analysis to identify accounts with significant cryptocurrency holdings.
- A video shared by the hackers allegedly shows stolen data, including passports and transaction histories.
- The breach occurred after attackers impersonated government officials to obtain customer records.
This incident highlights vulnerabilities in financial institutions, as the hackers leveraged social engineering tactics to access sensitive information. The demand for monero, a privacy-focused cryptocurrency, underscores the growing trend of using digital currencies for ransom payments.
As the hackers threaten to sell customer data if their demands are not met, Revolut faces a critical challenge in safeguarding its users’ information following this breach affecting at least 680 accounts.
