Law Enforcement Hits Jackpot: BlackSuit Ransomware’s Dark Web Hideout Busted!
U.S. Homeland Security Investigations just gave the BlackSuit ransomware gang’s darknet sites the ultimate eviction notice! In a global law enforcement operation, their TOR data leak sites were seized, leaving hackers to find new digs. Looks like the BlackSuit hackers have been officially blacklisted!
Hot Take:
Breaking news, folks! The BlackSuit ransomware gang just had their dark web cloak pulled right off by a coalition of law enforcement agencies. Looks like these cyber baddies couldn’t keep their suits pressed and tidy under the watchful eyes of Big Brother. The BlackSuit gang, a rebrand of the infamous Royal ransomware, thought they were slicker than a greased pig at a country fair, but alas, their gig is up. This is a textbook case of “You can run, but you can’t hide,” especially when Homeland Security’s got their eyes on you.
Key Points:
- BlackSuit ransomware’s dark web data leak site seized by international law enforcement.
- A rebranding of Royal ransomware, linked to the notorious Conti cybercrime group.
- FBI and CISA have been on their tail with updated advisories since March 2023.
- BlackSuit gang targeted critical infrastructure sectors, demanding ransoms up to $60 million.
- Seizure part of the #StopRansomware initiative, with contributions from 17 agencies and Bitdefender.