US Gov Disrupts BlackCat Ransomware Operation; FBI Releases Decryption Tool
December 19, 2023 at 01:57PM The US government disrupted the BlackCat ransomware-as-a-service, providing a decryption tool for affected organizations. The operation, also known as ALPHV, extorted around $68 million. Infiltrating the group, officials seized websites and revealed the gang’s tactics. BlackCat targeted sensitive data, including healthcare and critical infrastructure installations, causing widespread disruption. Key takeaways … Read more