# Criminals Sell an Offensive Cybersecurity Startup

Convicted felons and fraudsters are reportedly marketing an offensive cybersecurity startup for sale. The company's founders have criminal records, raising concerns about trust and oversight in the cybersecurity sector. This highlights the risks of unvetted actors selling tools that could be used for cyberattacks.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Security
- [Krebs on Security](https://krebsonsecurity.com/2026/07/felons-fraudsters-flog-offensive-cybersecurity-startup/) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:31:39 +0000