Summary: Rostislav Panev, a dual Russian-Israeli national, has been extradited to the U.S. to face charges related to his role in developing the LockBit ransomware operation. With a history dating back to 2019, Panev allegedly helped attack over 2,500 entities globally, primarily targeting U.S.-based organizations. His arrest is part of a broader crackdown on the notorious cybercrime group LockBit.

Affected: LockBit ransomware operation, various U.S.-based entities (hospitals, schools, corporations, government agencies)

Keypoints :

• Panev allegedly earned 0,000 in cryptocurrency through his involvement with LockBit over 18 months.
• He contributed to attacks that generated over 0 million in ransom payments, with 72% of victims based in the U.S.
• The operation to dismantle LockBit has also seen other key members indicted or wanted, including its leader, Dmitry Khoroshev.