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Two Alleged ‘TeamPCP’ Hackers Arrested in Australia

Two alleged hackers in Australia are accused of stealing from thousands of global businesses.

By · Published August 27, 2026 at 14:26 UTC · Updated August 27, 2026 at 16:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: TechCrunch · Aikido Security · The Courier Mail · The Hacker News · ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation · Krebs on Security.

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What happened

Two alleged members of the hacking group TeamPCP have been arrested in Australia. The arrests follow accusations that the group orchestrated supply chain attacks against thousands of businesses worldwide. Coverage does not yet specify the exact nature of the attacks or the alleged hackers' roles.

The Courier Mail and ABC News both describe the suspects as young men from Perth. Aikido Security warns that the arrests do not address the underlying supply chain vulnerabilities exposed by the attacks. The arrests do not yet specify the scope of the alleged crimes or the evidence against the suspects.

The alleged hackers' identities have not been released. The extent of the damage caused by the attacks is also unclear.

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Questions people are asking

What is TeamPCP?

TeamPCP is a hacking group accused of orchestrating supply chain attacks against thousands of businesses worldwide.

Who was arrested?

Two alleged members of TeamPCP were arrested in Australia. Their identities have not been released.

What are the next steps in this case?

The alleged hackers will likely face legal proceedings in Australia. Investigations into the supply chain attacks may continue.

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TeamPCP cybercrime supply chain attacks Australia hacking Perth

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