Posted 2/20/2024, 10:09:10 AM
U.S., U.K. Authorities Disrupt Major LockBit Ransomware Group, Indict Operators and Release Decryption Keys for Victims
- U.S. and U.K. law enforcement disrupted the LockBit ransomware group by seizing infrastructure and decryption keys.
- Two Russian nationals were indicted for deploying LockBit against over 2,000 victims globally.
- Decryption capabilities developed to help LockBit victims restore encrypted systems.
- Five LockBit members have now been charged for participation in the ransomware campaign.
- Victims encouraged to contact FBI to determine if systems can be decrypted.