U.S. Offers $15 Million Bounty to Hunt Down LockBit Ransomware Leaders

February 22, 2024 at 12:51AM The U.S. State Department offers up to $15 million in rewards for identifying LockBit ransomware leaders. The UK’s National Crime Agency disrupted the Russia-linked gang, with a history of extorting companies. Affiliates carry out attacks using LockBit’s software, and LockBit is known for scaling up and solidifying its control through … Read more

U.S. Offers $10 Million Bounty for Info Leading to Arrest of Hive Ransomware Leaders

February 11, 2024 at 11:45PM The U.S. Department of State is offering up to $10 million for info on Hive ransomware key personnel and $5 million for arrests related to Hive ransomware activities. Hive targeted 1,500+ victims in 80 countries, netting $100 million in illegal revenues. Ransomware activity rebounded in 2023, with a notable shift … Read more