Summary: A global operation dubbed “Phobos Aetor” has resulted in the arrest of four members of the Phobos ransomware gang in Thailand, believed to have extorted million in Bitcoin from over 1,000 victims worldwide. Additionally, the operation led to the seizure of the dark web sites associated with the 8Base ransomware group, which has been targeting organizations globally since its launch in 2022. The investigation revealed extensive cyberattacks against multiple sectors, including healthcare, prompting requests for extradition from Swiss authorities.
Affected: Phobos and 8Base ransomware gangs, global victims including Swiss companies and other organizations worldwide
Keypoints :
- Four suspected hackers arrested in Phuket, Thailand, linked to over 1,000 cyberattack victims.
- Seizure of 8Base’s dark web sites, indicating a coordinated global law enforcement effort involving multiple countries.
- Phobos and 8Base are involved in sophisticated ransomware attacks, targeting businesses across various sectors and demanding millions in ransom payments.