Global Law Enforcement Dismantles LockBit Ransomware Network

Law enforcement has shut down over 14,000 accounts on third-party services such as Mega, Tutanota, and Protonmail, used by affiliates of the LockBit ransomware service for exfiltration and infrastructure. This action severely hampers cybercriminal operations, with three alleged affiliates already arrested and more arrests planned. The National Crime Agency gained unprecedented access to LockBit's systems, and the U.S. Department of State announced a $15 million reward for information leading to the arrest or conviction of individuals involved in the LockBit gang.