Emotet malspam now seeds Qakbot with Firefox API hooks and peer-relayed IP C2 - no domains to block. https://intel.threadlinqs.com/threat/TL-2026-3830 #ThreatIntel #Emotet #QakBot #WebBrowserPassView
October 17, 2026 at 6:34 PM
Emotet malspam now seeds Qakbot with Firefox API hooks and peer-relayed IP C2 - no domains to block. https://intel.threadlinqs.com/threat/TL-2026-3830 #ThreatIntel #Emotet #QakBot #WebBrowserPassView
Capita's EDR alert fired in minutes, yet the infected host stayed live for days before ransomware hit. https://intel.threadlinqs.com/threat/TL-2026-3795 #ThreatIntel #Black #QakBot #SystemBC
October 17, 2026 at 1:56 AM
Capita's EDR alert fired in minutes, yet the infected host stayed live for days before ransomware hit. https://intel.threadlinqs.com/threat/TL-2026-3795 #ThreatIntel #Black #QakBot #SystemBC
Notícia da SecurityWeek
"Russian Qakbot Gang Leader Indicted in US" #bolhasec
"Russian Qakbot Gang Leader Indicted in US" #bolhasec
Russian Qakbot Gang Leader Indicted in US
Russian national Rustam Gallyamov was indicted in the US for his leading role in the development and distribution of Qakbot malware.
www.securityweek.com
June 25, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Notícia da SecurityWeek
"Russian Qakbot Gang Leader Indicted in US" #bolhasec
"Russian Qakbot Gang Leader Indicted in US" #bolhasec
Notícia da BleepingComputer
"US indicts leader of Qakbot botnet linked to ransomware attacks" #bolhasec
"US indicts leader of Qakbot botnet linked to ransomware attacks" #bolhasec
US indicts leader of Qakbot botnet linked to ransomware attacks
The U.S. government has indicted Russian national Rustam Rafailevich Gallyamov, the leader of the Qakbot botnet malware operation that compromised over 700,000 computers and enabled ransomware attacks...
www.bleepingcomputer.com
May 25, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Notícia da BleepingComputer
"US indicts leader of Qakbot botnet linked to ransomware attacks" #bolhasec
"US indicts leader of Qakbot botnet linked to ransomware attacks" #bolhasec
🚨 BREAKING: DOJ to seize $24M in crypto from Rustam Rafailevich Gallyamov, linked to Qakbot malware. 🛡️
Gallyamov allegedly used it for global ransomware, with the DOJ pledging to disrupt cybercrime and compensate victims.
#CryptoNews #Cybersecurity
Gallyamov allegedly used it for global ransomware, with the DOJ pledging to disrupt cybercrime and compensate victims.
#CryptoNews #Cybersecurity
May 23, 2025 at 2:36 PM
🚨 BREAKING: DOJ to seize $24M in crypto from Rustam Rafailevich Gallyamov, linked to Qakbot malware. 🛡️
Gallyamov allegedly used it for global ransomware, with the DOJ pledging to disrupt cybercrime and compensate victims.
#CryptoNews #Cybersecurity
Gallyamov allegedly used it for global ransomware, with the DOJ pledging to disrupt cybercrime and compensate victims.
#CryptoNews #Cybersecurity
US indicts alleged leader of Qakbot ransomware operation responsible for compromising 700,000+ computers. #Cybercrime #Ransomware #Justice
US Indicts Leader of Qakbot Ransomware Conspiracy
US indicts alleged leader of Qakbot ransomware operation responsible for compromising 700,000+ computers. #Cybercrime #Ransomware #Justice
www.justice.gov
May 23, 2025 at 7:53 PM
US indicts alleged leader of Qakbot ransomware operation responsible for compromising 700,000+ computers. #Cybercrime #Ransomware #Justice
"Europol had already detailed attempts to take down the Qakbot and Danabot malware groups, and last Friday it announced the disruption of the following five malware crews:
Bumblebee
Lactrodectus
Hijackloader
Trickbot
Warmcookie" www.theregister.com/2025/05/26/s... #cybersec #data #natsec #tech
Bumblebee
Lactrodectus
Hijackloader
Trickbot
Warmcookie" www.theregister.com/2025/05/26/s... #cybersec #data #natsec #tech
May 26, 2025 at 2:58 PM
"Europol had already detailed attempts to take down the Qakbot and Danabot malware groups, and last Friday it announced the disruption of the following five malware crews:
Bumblebee
Lactrodectus
Hijackloader
Trickbot
Warmcookie" www.theregister.com/2025/05/26/s... #cybersec #data #natsec #tech
Bumblebee
Lactrodectus
Hijackloader
Trickbot
Warmcookie" www.theregister.com/2025/05/26/s... #cybersec #data #natsec #tech
Russian national Rustam Gallyamov indicted for leading a decade-long cybercrime operation using Qakbot malware. The DOJ seeks $24 million in restitution for victims of the ransomware attacks. International collaboration led to the indictment, though Gallyamov's current status is unknown.
May 25, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Russian national Rustam Gallyamov indicted for leading a decade-long cybercrime operation using Qakbot malware. The DOJ seeks $24 million in restitution for victims of the ransomware attacks. International collaboration led to the indictment, though Gallyamov's current status is unknown.
New BackConnect malware, linked to QakBot & STAC5777 (Black Basta ties), acts as a standalone backdoor. It enhances remote access and data theft, showcasing a connected cybercrime ecosystem.#BackConnectMalware
January 23, 2025 at 11:03 AM
New BackConnect malware, linked to QakBot & STAC5777 (Black Basta ties), acts as a standalone backdoor. It enhances remote access and data theft, showcasing a connected cybercrime ecosystem.#BackConnectMalware
Following the FBI's takedown of Qakbot malware, it resurfaced through spam bomb attacks. The malware now only generates 2 hashtags, showcasing its persistence. #Qakbot #FBI crackdown. https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/malware-affiliate-pyramid-scheme-is-shuttered-by-us-feds-heres-how-to-keep-s…
The wild story of Qakbot malware’s rise, FBI takedown, and the cyber crooks who refused to quit quietly
Qakbot hackers dodged the FBI and kept the ransomware flowing
www.techradar.com
June 5, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Following the FBI's takedown of Qakbot malware, it resurfaced through spam bomb attacks. The malware now only generates 2 hashtags, showcasing its persistence. #Qakbot #FBI crackdown. https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/malware-affiliate-pyramid-scheme-is-shuttered-by-us-feds-heres-how-to-keep-s…
米国司法省は、マルウェアQakbotの首謀者とされるロシア人を起訴した。また、司法省は、別のマルウェアDanaBotの開発・展開に関与した16人も起訴した。 therecord.media/doj-charges-...
DOJ charges man allegedly behind Qakbot malware
The alleged leader of the cybercriminal gang behind the Qakbot malware, which was used by many high-profile ransomware gangs, has been indicted by the U.S. Justice Department.
therecord.media
May 23, 2025 at 4:07 AM
米国司法省は、マルウェアQakbotの首謀者とされるロシア人を起訴した。また、司法省は、別のマルウェアDanaBotの開発・展開に関与した16人も起訴した。 therecord.media/doj-charges-...
World’s biggest loader #botnet has ceased to be. Bereft of life—thanks to @TheJusticeDept & Euro partners.
#Qakbot has rung down the curtain. In today’s #SBBlogwatch, we’ve gone to join the choir invisible. At #TechstrongGroup’s #SecurityBlvd: securityboulevard.com/2023/08/qakb... #DuckHunt
#Qakbot has rung down the curtain. In today’s #SBBlogwatch, we’ve gone to join the choir invisible. At #TechstrongGroup’s #SecurityBlvd: securityboulevard.com/2023/08/qakb... #DuckHunt
Qakbot Cracked: FBI and Friends Hack the Hackers
Operation Duck Hunt shoots to kill big botnet.
securityboulevard.com
August 30, 2023 at 5:37 PM
World’s biggest loader #botnet has ceased to be. Bereft of life—thanks to @TheJusticeDept & Euro partners.
#Qakbot has rung down the curtain. In today’s #SBBlogwatch, we’ve gone to join the choir invisible. At #TechstrongGroup’s #SecurityBlvd: securityboulevard.com/2023/08/qakb... #DuckHunt
#Qakbot has rung down the curtain. In today’s #SBBlogwatch, we’ve gone to join the choir invisible. At #TechstrongGroup’s #SecurityBlvd: securityboulevard.com/2023/08/qakb... #DuckHunt
Operation Cobalt Sweep (March 20, 2026) was massive: 40 countries, FBI, Europol. They dismantled 'Undertow' & 'SiltNet,' two huge IoT botnets operating for 18 months. Largest takedown in history, eclipsing 2023's Qakbot.
March 24, 2026 at 10:39 PM
Operation Cobalt Sweep (March 20, 2026) was massive: 40 countries, FBI, Europol. They dismantled 'Undertow' & 'SiltNet,' two huge IoT botnets operating for 18 months. Largest takedown in history, eclipsing 2023's Qakbot.
Title: Russian National and Leader of Qakbot Malware Conspiracy Indicted in Long-Running Global Ransomware Scheme
August 4, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Title: Russian National and Leader of Qakbot Malware Conspiracy Indicted in Long-Running Global Ransomware Scheme
PDF URL: https://www.justice.gov/usao-cdca/pr/russian-national-and-leader-qakbot-malware-conspiracy-indicted-long-running-global
State: California
Reported Date: May 22, 2025
Special Filing: justice.gov | cdca
State: California
Reported Date: May 22, 2025
Special Filing: justice.gov | cdca
August 4, 2025 at 6:03 PM
PDF URL: https://www.justice.gov/usao-cdca/pr/russian-national-and-leader-qakbot-malware-conspiracy-indicted-long-running-global
State: California
Reported Date: May 22, 2025
Special Filing: justice.gov | cdca
State: California
Reported Date: May 22, 2025
Special Filing: justice.gov | cdca
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The U.S. Justice Department charged a Russian national with running Qakbot — a strain of malware used by several high-profile ransomware gangs therecord.media/doj-charges-...
DOJ charges man allegedly behind Qakbot malware
The alleged leader of the cybercriminal gang behind the Qakbot malware, which was used by many high-profile ransomware gangs, has been indicted by the U.S. Justice Department.
therecord.media
May 22, 2025 at 9:37 PM
The U.S. Justice Department charged a Russian national with running Qakbot — a strain of malware used by several high-profile ransomware gangs therecord.media/doj-charges-...
Qakbot ist (nach der Zerschlagung des Botnet im August 2023) wieder aktiv
www.borncity.com/blog/2023/12...
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Microsoft entdeckt Qakbot-Phishing-Kampagne (Dez. 2023)
[English]Eigentlich war ja das Qakbot-Netzwerk von FBI & Co. im August 2023 in einer Beschlagnahmeaktion zerschlagen worden. Jetzt hat Microsoft aber wieder eine neue Qakbot-Phishing-Kampagne gesichte...
www.borncity.com
December 16, 2023 at 1:13 PM
Qakbot ist (nach der Zerschlagung des Botnet im August 2023) wieder aktiv
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<<were issued for 20 of them. However, all are located in Russia and cannot be detained.
The operation eliminated the infrastructure of botnets and malware such as DanaBot, Bumblebee, Latrodectus, Qakbot, HijackLoader, Warmcookie, and Trickbot.
The operation eliminated the infrastructure of botnets and malware such as DanaBot, Bumblebee, Latrodectus, Qakbot, HijackLoader, Warmcookie, and Trickbot.
June 4, 2025 at 11:45 AM
<<were issued for 20 of them. However, all are located in Russia and cannot be detained.
The operation eliminated the infrastructure of botnets and malware such as DanaBot, Bumblebee, Latrodectus, Qakbot, HijackLoader, Warmcookie, and Trickbot.
The operation eliminated the infrastructure of botnets and malware such as DanaBot, Bumblebee, Latrodectus, Qakbot, HijackLoader, Warmcookie, and Trickbot.