Two hackers, aged 22 and 15, charged over alleged theft of tens of millions of data

French authorities have charged two individuals, a 22-year-old and a 15-year-old, in connection with a significant cybercrime operation. The suspects are accused of belonging to a group known as 'Dumpsec,' which allegedly targeted private and public entities, including the French National Assembly.

The investigation, led by the Paris prosecutor's office, suggests that the hackers aimed to steal tens of millions of data points. The Office of Anti-Cybercriminality revealed last week that over 1,500 companies and entities were potentially in the hackers' sights. These targets reportedly included well-known businesses like the DIY retailer Leroy Merlin, various sports federations, and medical websites.

While the full scope of the data breach is still under investigation, the charges mark a significant step in combating sophisticated cybercriminal groups operating in France. The involvement of a minor in such a large-scale operation highlights the evolving nature of cyber threats and the challenges in prosecuting young offenders.

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Several tens of millions of data and more than 1,500 companies or entities... would have been in the crosshairs of these hackers.