Matthew D. Lane, a 19-year-old student from Assumption University in Worcester, Massachusetts, has been charged with multiple cyber-related crimes including extortion, unauthorized access to protected computers, and identity theft. He agreed to plead guilty, with allegations stating he hacked into educational and telecommunications networks, allegedly stealing data and attempting to extort both companies for ransoms. U.S. Attorney Leah B. Foley emphasized the serious impact of cyber extortion on the economy and the emotional distress caused to victims, while the FBI reaffirmed its commitment to combating cybercrime.
Cyber extortion is a serious attack on our economy and on all of us. As alleged, this defendant stole private information about millions of children and teachers.
Matthew Lane apparently thought he found a way to get rich quick, but this 19-year-old now stands accused of hiding behind his keyboard to gain unauthorized access.
This alleged scheme has resulted in serious consequences and highlights the FBI's ongoing commitment to bringing cyber criminals to justice.
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