Phobos Foiled: Russian Ransomware Duo Nabbed in Thailand Bust
Two Phobos ransomware affiliates arrested in Thailand face 11 charges after hacking over a thousand networks. The Justice Department says the duo encrypted stolen data with Phobos ransomware and demanded ransoms. Europol’s operation against the 8Base group resulted in the takedown of 27 servers, disrupting ongoing cyberattacks worldwide.
Hot Take:
Looks like Phobos ransomware affiliates are falling like dominoes! With the U.S. Justice Department tightening the handcuffs on these cybercriminals in Thailand, it’s clear that even paradise can’t hide you from justice. Who knew Phuket had more than just beach parties and elephant rides? It seems like the only thing these guys are encrypting now is their list of regrets.
Key Points:
- Two Russian nationals, Roman Berezhnoy and Egor Nikolaevich Glebov, were arrested in Thailand for their roles in the Phobos ransomware attacks.
- Berezhnoy and Glebov are charged with 11 counts including wire fraud and intentional damage to protected computers.
- The duo allegedly operated the “8Base” and “Affiliate 2803” platforms, utilizing Phobos ransomware to extort victims.
- Europol and the U.S. Justice Department took down 27 servers linked to the 8Base group, disrupting its operations.
- The investigation led to warnings for over 400 companies about potential ransomware threats.
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