Cybercrime Doesn’t Pay For Hacker Promoting His ‘Cybersecurity’ Services

A Kansas City, Mo., man, Nicholas Michael Kloster, 32, has pleaded guilty for hacking into the computer system at an area nonprofit, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

The story was widely covered in media outlets due to Kloster’s motivations behind his cyberattacks on three organizations, including a local health club.

TechRadar reports that Kloster emailed business owners claiming responsibility for the attacks, and offering consulting services to prevent future cyberattacks.

To make a long story short, cybercrime doesn’t pay.

GBHackers informs that Kloster now faces up to five years in federal prison without parole, a fine of up to $250,000, three years of supervised release, and an order of restitution. Sentencing will be determined by the court following a presentence investigation.

Amanda Glassner, deputy editor at Cybercrime Magazine, and guest expert Heather Engel, unpack the whole story on our Podcast.

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