Police Shut Down KillSec Ransomware, Identify Alleged Teen Leader

SecurityWeek - Oct 1, 2026

Police took control of KillSec’s leak site and secured at least 110 terabytes of data stolen from victims. The post Police Shut Down KillSec Ransomware, Identify Alleged Teen Leader appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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