Ukraine arrests Clop ransomware gang members, seizes servers
Ukrainian law enforcement arrested cybercriminals associated with the Clop ransomware gang and shut down infrastructure used in attacks targeting victims worldwide since at least 2019.
According to the Cyberpolice Department of the National Police of Ukraine the ransomware group is behind total financial damages of roughly $500 million.
"Together, law enforcement has managed to shut down the infrastructure from which the virus spreads and block channels for legalizing criminally acquired cryptocurrencies," Ukrainian authorities said.
"Law enforcement officers conducted 21 searches in the capital and Kyiv region, in the homes of the defendants, and in their cars."
"The defendants face up to eight years in prison. Investigative actions continue. Procedural guidance is provided by the Office of the Prosecutor General of Ukraine."
Based on Ukrainian police's press release, it is not yet clear if the arrested individuals are affiliates or core members of the ransomware operation.
