Law enforcement seizes control of multiple cyber criminal sites

The online site of the criminal gang LockBit, known for organizing ransomware cyber attacks, has been taken over by law enforcement, including the National Crime Agency of the UK, the FBI, and international law enforcement task force 'Operation Cronos'. The UK's National Cyber Security Centre has previously warned about the enduring threat posed by LockBit, which has been involved in high-profile hackings and is known for stealing sensitive data and demanding ransom. LockBit's eponymous software was the most deployed ransomware variant in 2022 and continues to be prolific in 2023.