FBI Warns ShinyHunters After Amsterdam Arrest Over Data Breach

Dutch police arrested a 24-year-old Amsterdam resident on September 15, described as a leader of the ShinyHunters extortion group. The FBI released a video message to remaining members after the group claimed responsibility for breaching FBIJobs.gov and attacks on over 140 organizations worth at least $70 million.

• A 24-year-old Amsterdam resident, alleged ShinyHunters leader, was arrested
• ShinyHunters claimed the FBIJobs.gov breach on September 21, 2026
• The FBI says the group hit more than 140 organizations in a year
• Extortion payments are estimated at no less than $70 million