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Fight against cybercrime: the FBI intervenes and dismantles a vast network of infected computers

The joint action of the FBI and international partners to neutralize the Qakbot banking malware

The FBI has dismantled the network of computers infected with Qakbot, a dangerous banking malware. This action represents a great victory in the fight against cybercrime. Users are advised to take security measures to protect their data.

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The US Department of Justice, through the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), recently conducted a successful operation to counter one of the most pervasive threats in the digital world: the Qakbot botnet. This network of infected computers, consisting of more than 700,000 devices, has been targeted by the FBI with the aim of permanently dismantling it.

Details and operation of the Qakbot botnet

Qakbot is a banking malware that has infected hundreds of thousands of computers worldwide. The main objective of this malware is to steal sensitive information, such as passwords and logins, in order to steal money from victims' accounts. Once Qakbot has infiltrated the system, it can self-propagate through various techniques, including the distribution of phishing emails and the use of cyber exploits.

The FBI's action and the decommissioning of Qakbot

The FBI has been working closely with international partners and cybersecurity firms to identify and take down the command-and-control servers used by the Qakbot botnet. On April 20, 2021, authorities managed to take control of these servers and cut off the connection to infected devices. This operation significantly mitigated the threat posed by Qakbot and provided relief to the victims involved.

Information security implications and recommendations

The FBI's action in dismantling the Qakbot network represents a significant victory in the fight against cybercrime. However, it is imperative that computer users remain vigilant and take careful security measures to protect themselves from digital threats. It is recommended to install and keep up-to-date reputable antivirus software, avoid opening attachments or clicking suspicious links in emails, use strong and unique passwords for online accounts, and back up important data regularly. Only with careful attention to cybersecurity can we effectively protect our devices and sensitive data.

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08/30/2023 10:49

Marco Verro

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