# Two Scattered Spider Hackers Sentenced to 5.5 Years for £29M TfL Hack

Two members of the Scattered Spider hacking group were each sentenced to 5.5 years in prison for a cyberattack that stole £29 million from Transport for London. The hackers targeted the transit authority's systems, causing major disruption and financial loss. This sentence highlights the growing legal repercussions for cybercriminals targeting critical infrastructure.

**Importance:** 3/5

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### Security
- [The Hacker News](https://thehackernews.com/2026/07/two-scattered-spider-hackers-get-55.html) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:39:25 +0530