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FBI Arrests ‘Most Wanted’ Developer of Ploutus ATM Malware
Reported by SecurityWeek · Oct 6, 2026 12:47 PM
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What is being reported
An alleged leader of Tren de Aragua’s ATM jackpotting activities, Canelon Aguirre was on the FBI’s top 10 most wanted list since March 2026.
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