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.

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