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Agencies disrupt LockBit ransomware group


The U.S. and U.K. governments said they have successfully disrupted LockBit, one of the world’s most active ransomware groups.

February 21, 2024 / By ICBA

The U.S. and U.K. governments said they have successfully disrupted LockBit, one of the world’s most active ransomware groups.

Details: The Justice Department said it and international law enforcement partners seized control of servers used by LockBit administrators, disrupting its ability to attack and encrypt networks and extort victims. The Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control separately sanctioned two individuals affiliated with the Russia-based group.

Resources: Community bank security resources are available on ICBA's Cyber and Data Security resource center.

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