Authorities from the European Union, United States, and Canada have dismantled a vast malware infrastructure as part of Operation Endgame, a sweeping international effort targeting cybercriminals behind some of the world’s most dangerous malware. Over 300 servers were taken offline and 20 international arrest warrants were issued, according to a statement from Eurojust, the EU agency for criminal justice cooperation.

🔍 By the Numbers:

Countries involved: Germany, France, the Netherlands, Denmark, the UK, the US, and Canada
Servers taken down: 300+
Neutralised domains: 650
Cryptocurrency seized: €3.5 million
Total funds seized since 2024: €21.2 million
Suspects identified: Over 36
Individuals charged: 20

This week’s coordinated takedown follows a historic operation against botnets in May 2024 and represents another major blow to the infrastructure enabling cyberattacks across the globe.

🛠️ What Was Targeted:

The crackdown focused on “initial access malware”—malicious software used as a gateway for hackers to infiltrate systems unnoticed. Once inside, attackers can install additional malware, including ransomware, to exploit victims further.

🔜 What’s Next:

Operation Endgame is ongoing, with further actions to be announced on a dedicated international coalition website. Authorities are now targeting the individuals behind the malware operations. Eighteen of the key suspects will be added to the EU’s Most Wanted list by German officials on Friday, as international and public appeals for information continue.

This operation marks a critical step in the global fight against cybercrime, reinforcing cooperation between major Western law enforcement agencies.

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