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Member of The Com sent to prison for blackmail, sextortion
August 9, 2026
Back to all postsA former IT technician employed by Toronto-based MSP 'The Com' has been sentenced to prison for committing blackmail and sextortion against a Canadian business owner. The tech, who worked with the company between July 2017 and January 2018, gained unauthorized access to the victim's computer systems, threatening to expose sensitive information unless ransom was paid. This incident underscores the importance of implementing robust cybersecurity measures within SMBs, as employees pose a potential threat when not adequately trained or monitored. Canadian businesses must ensure they have strong security protocols in place, including multi-factor authentication, regular employee training on cybersecurity best practices, and strict access controls for sensitive data.
Source: BleepingComputer
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