FBI Arrests ‘Most Wanted’ Developer of Ploutus ATM Malware

SecurityWeek - Oct 6, 2026

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. The post FBI Arrests ‘Most Wanted’ Developer of Ploutus ATM Malware appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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