The U.S. Justice Department has unsealed charges against Russian national Rustam Gallyamov for leading a decade-long malware operation involving Qakbot, which infected thousands of computers globally. The operation has resulted in the seizure of over $24 million in cryptocurrency, as authorities continue efforts to dismantle cybercrime networks. #Qakbot #RustamGallyamov
Keypoints
- Rustam Gallyamov is accused of orchestrating a global malware operation involving Qakbot.
- The malware evolved into a platform used for ransomware deployment and cybercriminal activities.
- Global law enforcement seized over $24 million in cryptocurrencies linked to Gallyamov’s operations.
- Despite infrastructure disruptions, Gallyamov reportedly continued launching attacks using spam campaigns.
- The investigation involved multiple countries and agencies, emphasizing international cooperation against cybercrime.
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