Operation Endgame: Global Crackdown on Botnets

Operation Endgame was a high-stakes international cyber operation aimed at dismantling major botnets and crippling the backbone of global cybercrime. Spearheaded by law enforcement agencies and cybersecurity experts across multiple countries, this coordinated strike targeted the infrastructure behind widespread malware campaigns, including Qakbot and Emotet. The operation involved seizing servers, freezing assets, and arresting key suspects behind these networks. Operation Endgame marked a critical turning point in digital defense, proving that unified global efforts can disrupt even the most elusive cybercriminal organizations. The success of this mission has set a precedent for future cyber takedowns, increasing pressure on underground cybercrime markets.

Rhadamanthys Infostealer Disruption

Rhadamanthys Infostealer Operators Lose Control of Servers: Major Cybercrime Operation Disrupted

Ravi Jain
Rhadamanthys infostealer operation, a major malware-as-a-service used by cybercriminals to steal credentials and sensitive data. This disruption appears to be the result of a coordinated international law enforcement action, likely linked to Operation Endgame, which targets cybercrime infrastructure. The text explains that Rhadamanthys operated by infecting users through fake software and malicious advertisements, running on a subscription model for attackers. Finally, the source uses this incident to stress the persistent threat of infostealers to businesses, particularly in Orange County, and promotes Technijian’s cybersecurity services as a necessary defense against such evolving threats. ... Read More
Qakbot Leader Indicted in Cybercrime Crackdown

US Indicts Leader of Qakbot Botnet in Monumental Crackdown on Global Cybercrime

Ravi Jain
The sources describe the US indictment of Rustam Rafailevich Gallyamov, the alleged architect behind the notorious Qakbot botnet. Initially a banking trojan, Qakbot evolved into a critical tool for ransomware groups, facilitating devastating attacks globally and causing tens of millions in damages to various sectors. Despite a significant international law enforcement effort, Operation Endgame, which seized infrastructure and assets, the threat posed by Qakbot's leader appears to continue, highlighting the ongoing battle against sophisticated cybercrime networks and the need for strong cybersecurity defenses. Authorities also confiscated over $24 million in cryptocurrency linked to Gallyamov as part of their investigation. ... Read More