Europol and allies dismantle LockBit ransomware's infrastructure, arresting key figures and sending a strong message to cybercriminals.

In a major global operation targeting LockBit ransomware, four individuals have been arrested, critical infrastructure has been seized, and a series of financial sanctions have been imposed on key affiliates.

Previously seized LockBit websites have been used to announce more arrests, charges and infrastructure disruptions.

Law enforcement authorities from 12 countries arrested four suspects linked to the LockBit ransomware gang, including a developer, a bulletproof hosting service administrator, and two people connected to LockBit activity.

Law enforcement from the United States, United Kingdom, France and Spain made a coordinated announcement Tuesday of further arrests, indictments, sanctions and