Cyber Cops Crush 8Base Ransomware Gang: A $16 Million Takedown
In a plot twist worthy of a cyber-thriller, Operation Phobos Aetor saw authorities dismantle the notorious 8Base ransomware gang. With their dark web sites shut down and four suspects arrested in Phuket, the gang’s $16 million hacking spree has reached a dramatic curtain call.
Hot Take:
Looks like the 8Base ransomware gang just got a one-way ticket to digital oblivion! While they were busy playing ‘Phobos Phantoms’ with their malware tricks, the international law enforcement squad said, “No, thank you!” and gave them a crash course in cyber justice. Who knew that operating from a tropical paradise like Phuket would lead to such a not-so-sunny outcome?
Key Points:
- Operation Phobos Aetor successfully dismantled the 8Base ransomware gang.
- Authorities seized dark web data leak and negotiation sites, replacing them with law enforcement banners.
- Four European citizens were arrested in Phuket, Thailand, suspected of $16 million ransomware theft.
- The 8Base gang targeted over 1,000 victims, including 17 Swiss companies, using Phobos ransomware.
- Malware analysis revealed advanced features like full file encryption, persistence, and disabling system recovery.
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