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U.S. Soldier Arrested for AT&T, Verizon Cybercrimes

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🕵️‍♂️ U.S. Army soldier arrested for cybercrimes involving AT&T and Verizon. Cameron John Wagenius, a 20-year-old communications specialist stationed in South Korea, has been indicted for allegedly selling and leaking sensitive customer call records from AT&T and Verizon. Arrested near Fort Hood, Texas, on December 20, Wagenius faces two counts of unlawful transfer of confidential phone records. His involvement with the cybercriminal known as Kiberphant0m, who claimed responsibility for hacking multiple telecom firms, has raised concerns about the security of sensitive data. The case highlights the increasing efficiency of law enforcement in addressing cybercrime, particularly involving individuals within the U.S. military. The indictment has been transferred to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington.

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