February 16, 2024 at 05:33AM
The US announced a $10 million reward for info on the Alphv/BlackCat ransomware operation’s key members, following their takedown. The group had over 1,000 victims, and the FBI released a decryption tool for them. The reward aims to identify leaders or affiliates, with a tip line set up using the Tor browser.
Key takeaways from the meeting notes are:
1. The US has announced a $10 million reward for information on the key members of the BlackCat ransomware operation, which has affected over 1,000 victims worldwide.
2. The takedown of the group’s Tor-based website and the release of a free decryption tool by the FBI have affected the group’s operations.
3. The FBI has encouraged individuals to provide information on the BlackCat group leaders through a tip line accessible using the Tor browser, local FBI offices, or US embassies.
4. The US has also offered a reward for information on the leaders of the Hive ransomware, disrupted in January 2023.
5. Recent reports indicate a significant increase in ransomware attacks and payments, highlighting the growing threat posed by ransomware in 2024.