EX-SOLDIER SENTENCED TO 70 MONTHS FOR TELECOM HACKS

Wagenius gained unauthorized access to multiple telecom firms and stole mobile call and text metadata during his criminal operations. The hacking campaign also involved extortion tactics against the targeted companies. The case marks another significant prosecution in the ongoing battle against cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure. Telecommunications companies remain frequent targets for hackers seeking sensitive customer data and network vulnerabilities. Wagenius's military background and technical expertise made the breach particularly concerning to federal investigators. The 70-month sentence reflects the severity of crimes targeting essential communication infrastructure and the extortion component of the offense. The prosecution underscores the Department of Justice's focus on holding individuals accountable for hacking activities that compromise national infrastructure and consumer privacy.