cybercriminal

American  

[sahy-ber-krim-uhn-uhl] / ˈsaɪ bərˌkrɪm ən əl /

noun

1. a person who engages in cybercrime such as phishing, hacking, or internet fraud.

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adjective

1. relating to or engaging in cybercrime.

Example Sentences

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cybercriminal

A ransomware company and cybercriminal group called ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for the attack.

From Salon ● May 9, 2026

But after two years of investigation, in October 2022, they named their suspect: Julius Kivimäki, a known cybercriminal.

From BBC ● Jan. 16, 2026

Ciaran Martin, a former head of British cybersecurity, told BBC Radio 4 on Wednesday that a Russian cybercriminal group known as Qilin was most likely behind the attack.

From New York Times ● Jun. 5, 2024

But it had seen other cybercriminal activity connected to it.

From Reuters ● Aug. 1, 2023

The U.S. government is hunting for the identities behind the cybercriminal gang whose recent victims include the Energy Department and state government networks.

From Washington Times ● Jun. 19, 2023