GoKawiilDutch Police Arrest Van der Stap, Self-Described 'Reformed Hacker,' in Shiny Hunters Probe
Dutch authorities have arrested a man identified as Van der Stap as part of an investigation into the Shiny Hunters hacking group, according to KrebsOnSecurity. Van der Stap had previously served prison time for data theft and extortion and had publicly rebranded himself as a reformed hacker working in offensive security.
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The arrest suggests investigators believe Van der Stap's claimed reform may have masked continued involvement in cybercrime, though this has not been confirmed as fact. It also raises questions about vetting individuals with hacking convictions who later work in the security industry.
- Van der Stap was arrested by Dutch police in connection with the Shiny Hunters investigation.
- He had previously been convicted for data theft and extortion.
- He had publicly claimed to be reforming and working in offensive security.
Source: yro.slashdot.org, 2026-09-30
Published there as: “Dutch Police Arrest 'Reformed' Hacker In Shiny Hunters Investigation”
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