The front page of the law enforcement-controlled website formerly used by LockBit to post target data, captured Oct. 1, 2024, after the announcement of additional actions against LockBit. (CyberScoop) Multinational police effort hits sections of Lockbit ransomware operation Law enforcement announced arrests, seizures, and infrastructure takedowns as part of the effort. Oct 1, 2024 By AJ Vicens
People pass the illuminated London Underground sign above the entrance to a station on October 23, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images) British teen arrested over cyberattack on London transportation agency The Sept. 1 attack included some theft of customer data, authorities revealed Thursday. Sep 12, 2024 By AJ Vicens
Digital illustration of data encryption. (dem10 via GettyImages) LockBit claims a comeback less than a week after major disruption The administrators of the prolific ransomware strain say they are back online after law enforcement took down their infrastructure last week. Feb 26, 2024 By AJ Vicens
Image posted to the seized LockBit website Friday, Feb. 23, 2024 (CyberScoop). After LockBit takedown, police try to sow doubt in cybercrime community After taking down the world's most prolific ransomware group, a police messaging campaign is trying to undermine its leaders. Feb 23, 2024 By AJ Vicens
(Getty Images) Teenage hackers are offered a second chance under European experiment The plan is meant to steer talented kids to more productive careers. Jul 23, 2019 By Jeff Stone