Bumblebee malware returns after recent law enforcement disruption

October 21, 2024 at 11:49AM Bumblebee malware has resurfaced more than four months after being disrupted by Europol’s ‘Operation Endgame.’ This malware, created by TrickBot developers, infects systems through phishing and promotes fake software. Recent attacks involve malicious ZIP files leading to stealthy installations. Researchers warn of its potential resurgence in cyber threats. ### Meeting … Read more

TrickBot and Other Malware Droppers Disrupted by Law Enforcement

May 30, 2024 at 08:30AM Europol announced the successful shutdown of TrickBot botnet and other malware droppers in an international operation, targeting various criminal activities and arresting cybercriminals. The operation, named Endgame, involved over a dozen countries and resulted in arrests, infrastructure shutdown, asset freezes, and addition of suspects to Europol’s Most Wanted list. Multiple … Read more

Russian TrickBot Mastermind Gets 5-Year Prison Sentence for Cybercrime Spree

January 26, 2024 at 12:57AM Russian national Vladimir Dunaev has been sentenced to five years and four months in prison for creating and distributing the TrickBot malware, causing tens of millions of dollars in losses to victims including hospitals and businesses. The malware evolved into a tool for delivering ransomware and its developer had provided … Read more

Russian TrickBot malware dev sentenced to 64 months in prison

January 25, 2024 at 01:56PM Russian national Vladimir Dunaev has been sentenced to five years and four months in prison for his involvement in creating and distributing the Trickbot malware. He pleaded guilty to charges of computer fraud and identity theft, and extradition to the US was completed in October 2021. Dunaev’s role in the … Read more