International Cyber Sting: DDoS Attack Services Get the Boot in PowerOFF Crackdown!
PowerOFF, a global sting operation, unplugged 27 stresser services used for DDoS attacks, leaving hackers everywhere with serious FOMO. Europol and its international allies nabbed three administrators and identified over 300 users, proving once again that crime doesn’t pay—especially when your booter site gets busted.
Hot Take:
Looks like the days of cheeky cyber mischief-makers using their favorite online ‘DDoS-for-hire’ services are coming to a close. Europol, with a global posse of cyber-cops, just sent a strong message: “We’re not playing games, folks!” So, if you were planning on sending a cheeky DDoS attack as a holiday prank, it’s time to find another hobby—like knitting or extreme ironing perhaps!
Key Points:
- Europol-led operation PowerOFF dismantled 27 DDoS stresser services.
- Three administrators were arrested in France and Germany.
- 300+ users identified for potential legal actions.
- Participating countries included 15 nations across various continents.
- Cloudflare reported increased DDoS attacks during Black Friday/Cyber Monday.
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