Operation PowerOFF: Law Enforcement Zaps DDoS Attack Sites and Sends Cybercriminals Packing
Global Dismantling of DDoS Platforms: Law enforcement from 15 countries shut down 27 sites offering DDoS attack services in Operation PowerOFF. Europol coordinated the arrest of three administrators and identified over 300 users. Popular DDoS services are now offline, coinciding with a holiday season spike in attacks against gaming platforms.
Hot Take:
Who knew taking down DDoS platforms could be this festive? While most are decking the halls, law enforcement agencies are decking the hackers this holiday season. It seems like Europol is playing Santa, but instead of coal, they’re dishing out arrests and seizure notices. It’s the season of giving, but for cybercriminals, it’s time to give it a rest!
Key Points:
- Global law enforcement takes down 27 DDoS service websites in Operation PowerOFF.
- Three site administrators are arrested in France and Germany; over 300 users identified for further action.
- Popular DDoS platforms like zdstresser.net are now offline.
- DDoS attacks spike during the holiday season, especially targeting gaming platforms.
- Operation PowerOFF combines takedowns with educational deterrence through online ads and warnings.
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