Summary: Law enforcement agencies have successfully coordinated efforts to dismantle the LockBit ransomware group, resulting in multiple arrests and the seizure of critical infrastructure. Additionally, sanctions have been imposed on affiliates linked to the notorious Russian cybercrime syndicate, Evil Corp.
Threat Actor: LockBit | LockBit
Key Point :
- Four individuals associated with the LockBit ransomware group were arrested, including a suspected developer.
- Authorities in Spain seized nine servers and apprehended a hosting service administrator linked to LockBit.
- Sanctions were imposed on a LockBit affiliate connected to the Russian cybercrime group Evil Corp, affecting 15 Russian citizens.
- Evil Corp has extorted over $300 million globally, with key figures indicted for using malware like BitPaymer and Dridex.
Original Source: https://www.nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk/news/further-evil-corp-cyber-criminals-exposed-one-unmasked-as-lockbit-affiliate
Cyber Law and Cybercrime Investigation Blog: Immuniweb