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The U.S. government today unsealed criminal charges against 16 individuals accused of operating and selling DanaBot, a prolific strain of information-stealing malware that has been sold on Russian cybercrime forums since 2018. The FBI says a newer version of DanaBot…

A vulnerability in the DanaBot malware operation introduced in June 2022 update led to the identification, indictment, and dismantling of their operations in a recent law enforcement action.

Threat actors are purchasing advertisements for malicious websites to lure victims into downloading malware, which can eventually lead to data theft and ransomware.

ESET Research has published its findings on the operation of Danabot, an infostealer recently dismantled during a multinational law enforcement operation. Danabot is a malware designed to steal sensitive information, including login credentials and financial data. The law enforcement operation disrupted the activities of this malware, thereby reducing its impact on potential victims. The technical details of Danabot include its ability to evade detection and exfiltrate data stealthily.

Operation Endgame has dismantled the DanaBot malware network, neutralizing 300 servers. This operation also led to the seizure of 21.2 million euros in cryptocurrencies, the filing of charges against 16 individuals, and the issuance of 20 international arrest warrants. The operation was conducted in collaboration with Europol and other international agencies. The impacts include significant disruption of DanaBot's activities, a malware known for stealing sensitive information and banking credentials.

The U.S. government today unsealed criminal charges against 16 individuals accused of operating and selling DanaBot, a prolific strain of information-stealing malware that has been sold on Russian…

DoJ disrupts DanaBot malware after 300K infections and $50M damage; 16 charged in Russia-linked cybercrime ring.

The operation to dismantle the DanaBot malware has been successful, marking the second major disruption of a malware operation in two days. This action follows a global law enforcement intervention. DanaBot is known for its information-stealing capabilities and its use in botnets. The operation was led by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), in collaboration with other international agencies. This intervention aims to neutralize cybercrime activities related to DanaBot, which is often associated with espionage and data theft operations.

Internationale Justizbehörden haben hunderte Server und Domains abgeschaltet. Gegen zahlreiche mutmassliche Cyberkriminelle ergingen Haftbefehle.

The DanaBot malware was severely disrupted by law enforcement. Here's an in-depth look at this data-stealing workhorse for the cybercriminal underground.

The DanaBot botnet infected more than 300,000 devices and caused over 50 million dollars in damage before being dismantled. Sixteen suspects have been charged as part of this law enforcement operation. The DanaBot botnet has been neutralized, ending its malicious activities.