FBI, UK Crime Agency say they have disrupted LockBit cyber gang

A screenshot taken on Feb 19, 2024 shows a take down notice that a group of global intelligence agencies issued to a dark web site called Lockbit. — Handout via Reuters

A coalition of international law enforcement agencies, including the FBI and UK National Crime Agency, said they have disrupted LockBit, one of the most prolific hacker groups of all time, including shutting down websites the organisation used for ransomware payments.

A post on the gang’s website Monday said it’s “now under the control” of the UK agency, the FBI and other law enforcement agencies.