Manson Market Bust: Cybercrime’s Not-So-Secret Server Stash Seized!
German law enforcement seized over 50 servers from the Manson Market cybercrime marketplace, effectively ending this criminal bazaar for scammers. With two suspects in custody, authorities have dismantled a hub peddling stolen data and fake online shops. Remember, criminals, justice isn’t as invisible as your IP address!
Hot Take:
Looks like Manson Market’s operator duo thought they were running a cybercrime version of an online mall, but got a surprise visit from the law enforcement mall cops instead! Note to self: selling stolen data is not the kind of e-commerce that’s going to win you any awards. Let’s just say, if you’re running a marketplace for anything other than Beanie Babies and vintage comic books, it’s best not to leave a digital paper trail!
Key Points:
- German and Austrian authorities arrested two main suspects believed to be Manson Market operators.
- 50 servers hosting the cybercrime marketplace and phishing sites have been seized.
- Over 63,000 stolen records were sold on the marketplace.
- Victims faced losses totaling over €250,000 due to fraud facilitated by Manson Market.
- This operation is part of a broader crackdown on cybercrime in Germany, including the dismantling of Crimenetwork.