A Florida resident has been sentenced to over six years in prison for orchestrating a counterfeit scheme involving fake Cisco networking gear that jeopardized the US military’s security. Onur Aksoy, also known as Ron Aksoy and Dave Durden, generated $100 million in revenue from the scam, which used counterfeit devices that even ended up in critical military applications.<\/p>\n
Aksoy pleaded guilty to charges of trafficking in counterfeit goods and fraud. The scam involved selling fake Cisco devices to various clients, including the US military, through a network of companies, Amazon storefronts, and eBay listings. The counterfeit devices were used in sensitive military systems, including platforms for US fighter jets and other aircraft.<\/p>\n
The Department of Justice (DOJ) emphasized that the fake devices compromised military operations and could have impacted systems like F-15 and P-8 aircraft flight simulators. The counterfeit products were also found in other sensitive applications involving combat and non-combat operations across the US Navy, Air Force, and Army.<\/p>\n
The case highlights a broader problem with counterfeit tech in the grey market, which has been a persistent issue for IT brands like Cisco. These unauthorized sales channels have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to significant losses for companies and potential security risks for organizations purchasing these counterfeit products.<\/p>\n
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