Ransomware negotiator hired to represent victims was working for the attackers

A ransomware negotiator who was hired to represent victims of ransomware attacks was actually working on behalf of the attackers. This individual helped the attackers extort money from their own clients. The negotiator has been sentenced to 6 years. The case highlights a significant breach of trust, as the negotiator's role was supposed to be helping victims navigate and resolve ransomware incidents. The negotiator's actions instead facilitated the attackers' extortion efforts.