Lessons from the LockBit mastermind’s indictment

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U.S. and U.K. authorities have uncovered the mastermind behind the notorious LockBit ransomware group, revealing him to be a 31-year-old Russian named Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev, also known as “LockbitSupp.” The revelation came as a shock to many in the cybersecurity world, as LockBit has been responsible for some of the most damaging ransomware attacks in recent history.

In a detailed announcement, law enforcement officials shared pictures of Khoroshev and provided insight into the inner workings of the LockBit operation. The U.S. Department of Justice has charged Khoroshev with multiple computer crimes, fraud, and extortion, shedding light on the extent of LockBit’s criminal activities.

One surprising revelation from the indictment is Khoroshev’s second online identity, “putinkrab,” which may reference Russian President Vladimir Putin. Additionally, it was disclosed that LockBit targeted victims in Russia as well, defying the unwritten rule in Russian cybercrime circles.

The indictment also highlighted Khoroshev’s close monitoring of his affiliates, who operated the ransomware on his behalf. Affiliates paid Khoroshev a portion of their earnings, allowing him to closely supervise their activities and even participate in victim negotiations.

LockBit’s ransomware payments have amounted to approximately $500 million since its inception in 2020, with victims ranging from multinational corporations to government agencies. The group’s disruptive attacks have caused billions of dollars in damages worldwide.

Perhaps the most shocking revelation is that Khoroshev reached out to law enforcement after LockBit’s infrastructure was seized, offering to identify his competitors in exchange for leniency. This unexpected turn of events has added a new twist to the already complex saga of LockBit and its enigmatic leader.

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