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FBI Nabs Ransomware Gang, Radar’s Reign of Terror Ends
The FBI scored a rare win by seizing the servers of the ransomware gang Radar/Dispossessor. Led by “Brain,” the gang extorted at least 43 companies since August 2023.
Hot Take:
Looks like the FBI finally got tired of playing whack-a-mole with ransomware gangs and decided to take down Radar’s whole amusement park. Who knew “Brain” would get outsmarted by law enforcement?
Key Points:
- The FBI seized servers and domains of the Radar ransomware gang, also known as Dispossessor.
- Radar’s website now displays a seizure message from law enforcement.
- The takedown involved coordination with agencies in the UK and Germany.
- Radar/Dispossessor had targeted at least 43 companies since August 2023.
- The gang used a “double extortion” tactic, encrypting and threatening to publish stolen data.
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