The United States government is offering a reward of up to $15 million for information leading to the identification or arrest of members connected to the LockBit platform.
LockBit works as a platform ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS), and is responsible for numerous high-profile attacks around the world. By encrypting victims' files and demanding a ransom for their release, they have cemented their position as a top threat in the digital age.
6 days ago the USA and Britain, in a coordinated effort they had managed to download the websites of the LockBit group, to seize cryptocurrency wallets and arrest two people.
The new proclamation of the US government against LockBit members shows a determined effort to dismantle this network, leveraging information from global sources.
This approach is not only aimed at neutralizing current threats but also deterring potential cybercriminals by presenting them with the consequences of engaging in ransomware activities.
It's a clear one message to cyber criminals everywhere in the world. Your actions have serious consequences and international law enforcement will be after you.
