Uh the way this is written,
“Interestingy, the hackers posted a message on its dark web page that it would vet buyers of its ransomware in the future to “avoid social consequences.” “We are apolitical. We do not participate in geopolitics,” the message says. “Our goal is to make money and not creating problems for society. From today, we introduce moderation and check each company that our partners want to encrypt to avoid social consequences in the future.””
and the way it is written. 100% its an inside job.
Sorry that is how bureaucrats talk and NOT hackers. Moreover, where they left it and it is found.
So obvious now.
Also, bad guys by definition aren't full of truth. What's to say this message isn't intended to throw people off their trail?
I'm not doubting your assessment. It is certainly plausible. The bigger message to me should be that everyone's "smart home" can be shut down, too....your Roomba can become a video camera for criminals. Lots to learn here.