# Authorities Dismantle Three Major Cybercrime Networks in Ongoing Crackdown
Law enforcement agencies from multiple countries have succes...
Law enforcement agencies from multiple countries have successfully dismantled three of the world's most prolific cybercrime networks in a coordinated international operation, marking a significant victory in the global fight against digital crime. The operation, which concluded this week, targeted the Rhadamanthys infostealer, the VenomRAT remote-access trojan, and the Elysium botnet—three major enablers of ransomware attacks, large-scale fraud, and credential theft affecting hundreds of thousands of victims worldwide.[1][3]
The latest phase of Operation Endgame, coordinated from Euro...
The latest phase of Operation Endgame, coordinated from Europol's headquarters in The Hague between November 10 and 14, represents the third major blow to cybercrime infrastructure following previous operations in May 2024 and April 2025. The scale of this enforcement action underscores the growing international commitment to combating organized cybercrime networks that operate across borders with near impunity.[1][3]
## Operation Details and Scope
The multinational task force involved law enforcement agenci...
The multinational task force involved law enforcement agencies from multiple countries, including Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Over 100 law enforcement officers participated in coordinated raids and investigations, supported by more than 30 private cybersecurity firms that provided critical intelligence and technical assistance.[1][3]
The operation resulted in substantial disruptions to the cri...
The operation resulted in substantial disruptions to the criminal infrastructure. Authorities took down or disrupted more than 1,025 servers worldwide, seized 20 internet domains, and conducted 11 targeted searches across multiple locations. The searches included operations in Germany, Greece, and nine locations in the Netherlands, where much of the malicious infrastructure was hosted.[1][3] Law enforcement also arrested the suspected main operator of VenomRAT in Greece, marking a significant achievement in identifying and apprehending key figures behind these operations.[1][3]
## The Threat These Networks Posed
Rhadamanthys, one of the three dismantled networks, operated...
Rhadamanthys, one of the three dismantled networks, operated as one of the largest and most dangerous infostealers in the cybercriminal underworld. The infrastructure controlled by these three networks infected hundreds of thousands of computers globally and compromised millions of user credentials.[1][3][5] Many victims remained completely unaware that their systems had been infiltrated and their personal information stolen.[1][3]
The financial scope of the criminal enterprise was staggerin...
The financial scope of the criminal enterprise was staggering. The dismantled infrastructure provided access to more than 100,000 cryptocurrency wallets belonging to victims, collectively worth millions of euros. These networks served as critical enablers for ransomware gangs and large-scale online fraud operations, facilitating billions of euros in potential losses across the globe.[1][5]
## Victims Left in the Dark
One of the most troubling aspects of these cybercrime networ...
One of the most troubling aspects of these cybercrime networks was the silent nature of their operations. The malware infected systems without triggering obvious warning signs, leaving victims vulnerable to identity theft, financial fraud, and other crimes without their knowledge. Europol emphasized that many of those affected never realized their devices had been compromised until law enforcement revealed the extent of the breach.[1][3]
To help affected individuals determine if they were among th...
To help affected individuals determine if they were among the victims, authorities directed people to check two resources: the Netherlands police's CheckYourHack website and the Have I Been Pwned portal, both of which maintain databases of compromised credentials and can alert users to potential exposure.[3]
## Part of a Broader Crackdown
This operation reflects a growing trend of coordinated inter...
This operation reflects a growing trend of coordinated international law enforcement action against cybercrime. The success of Operation Endgame 3.0 demonstrates that despite the challenges of pursuing criminals across jurisdictions and continents, authorities are increasingly capable of striking at the infrastructure that enables digital crime.
The collaboration between government agencies and private se...
The collaboration between government agencies and private sector partners proved essential to the operation's success. Cybersecurity firms contributed expertise in tracking malware, identifying command-and-control servers, and mapping the criminal networks' operations, providing law enforcement with the technical knowledge necessary to execute effective takedowns.[1][3]
## Looking Forward
While the dismantling of these three networks represents a s...
While the dismantling of these three networks represents a significant victory, cybersecurity experts recognize that this is part of an ongoing battle. Criminal actors continually develop new malware variants and adapt their tactics to evade law enforcement. However, operations like this one send a clear message that international cooperation can successfully disrupt even the most sophisticated criminal enterprises.
The recovery of evidence and the arrest of key operators may...
The recovery of evidence and the arrest of key operators may also yield valuable intelligence for future investigations, potentially leading to the identification and prosecution of other members of these criminal networks who remain at large.[1][3]
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Following the dismantling of three major cybercrime networks—Rhadamanthys, VenomRAT, and Elysium—under Europol’s Operation Endgame 3.0, markets in cybersecurity firms saw notable positive reactions. Shares of key cybersecurity companies such as CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks rose by 3.5% and 2.8%, respectively, reflecting investor confidence in increased demand for advanced cyber defenses amid heightened global law enforcement efforts[1][3]. Analysts at Cybersecurity Ventures noted that the takedown of over 1,000 malicious servers and seizure of millions of stolen credentials underscore ongoing risks, prompting a surge in cybersecurity investments[1][3][8].
🔄 Updated: 11/13/2025, 5:50:58 PM
Authorities have dismantled three major cybercrime networks—Rhadamanthys infostealer, VenomRAT remote-access trojan, and the Elysium botnet—in the latest phase of Operation Endgame coordinated by Europol and Eurojust from November 10 to 13, 2025. The operation disrupted over 1,025 servers, seized 20 domains, searched 11 locations across Europe, and resulted in the arrest of the main VenomRAT suspect in Greece. Europol revealed the networks infected hundreds of thousands of computers worldwide, stealing millions of credentials and gaining access to over 100,000 crypto wallets worth potentially millions of euros[1][3][5][11].
🔄 Updated: 11/13/2025, 6:00:59 PM
**Major International Cybercrime Operations Dismantle Multiple Criminal Networks**
Law enforcement agencies across dozens of countries have executed coordinated takedowns targeting sophisticated cybercrime infrastructure, with Operation Secure (January–April 2025) dismantling over 20,000 malicious IP addresses and domains linked to information stealers, resulting in 41 server seizures and the arrest of 32 suspects across 26 countries[1]. Earlier operations including Operation Synergia (September–November 2023) saw law enforcement from 50 countries arrest 31 individuals and take down 70% of more than 1,300 identified command-and-control servers used for ransomware
🔄 Updated: 11/13/2025, 6:10:52 PM
Consumers and the public have welcomed the dismantling of three major cybercrime networks by authorities, which disrupted over 1,000 servers and seized millions of stolen credentials and crypto wallets valued at millions of euros. Europol highlighted that many victims were unaware their computers were infected, prompting calls for increased vigilance and use of resources like the Netherlands police’s CheckYourHack website to confirm infections. Public reaction underscores relief over the arrests, including the main VenomRAT operator in Greece, and hopes that these large-scale takedowns will reduce ransomware and fraud risks globally[1][3][5].
🔄 Updated: 11/13/2025, 6:30:57 PM
Authorities have dismantled three major cybercrime networks—Rhadamanthys infostealer, VenomRAT remote-access trojan, and the Elysium botnet—during the latest phase of Operation Endgame, coordinated by Europol and Eurojust with support from 11 countries and private cybersecurity firms. The crackdown resulted in the disruption of over 1,000 servers worldwide, the arrest of a main VenomRAT operator in Greece, and the seizure of several million stolen credentials and access to more than 100,000 crypto wallets worth millions of euros. Europol stated the malware infected hundreds of thousands of victims globally, many of whom were unaware their systems had been compromised[1][3][7].
🔄 Updated: 11/13/2025, 6:40:58 PM
Authorities have dismantled three major cybercrime networks—Rhadamanthys infostealer, VenomRAT trojan, and the Elysium botnet—in a coordinated international crackdown known as Operation Endgame 3.0, led by Europol and Eurojust with support from 11 countries and private cybersecurity firms. The operation resulted in the disruption of over 1,000 servers, the arrest of a main suspect in Greece, and the seizure of millions of stolen credentials and access to more than 100,000 crypto wallets, protecting hundreds of thousands of infected victims worldwide[1][3][9]. Europol stated, “The infrastructure dismantled was responsible for infecting hundreds of thousands of victims worldwide with malware… Many of the
🔄 Updated: 11/13/2025, 6:50:59 PM
Authorities have dismantled three major cybercrime networks—Rhadamanthys infostealer, VenomRAT remote-access trojan, and the Elysium botnet—during the latest phase of Operation Endgame, coordinated by Europol and Eurojust with support from 11 countries and private cybersecurity firms. This takedown disrupted over 1,025 servers globally, seized 20 domains, and led to the arrest of a key VenomRAT operator in Greece, recovering several million stolen credentials and login data from more than 100,000 cryptocurrency wallets[1][5][7]. The networks infected hundreds of thousands of computers worldwide, with many victims unaware, highlighting the extensive reach and sophistication of these malware infrastructures facilitating ransomware and large
🔄 Updated: 11/13/2025, 7:01:11 PM
## Breaking: Major Cybercrime Networks Dismantled in Coordinated Global Operation
Law enforcement has dismantled three major malware networks—Rhadamanthys Stealer, Venom RAT, and the Elysium botnet—as part of Operation Endgame, a coordinated crackdown led by Europol and Eurojust that took place between November 10-13, 2025.[4] The operation targeted 1,025 servers linked to these criminal infrastructures, demonstrating that even sophisticated international cybercrime networks remain vulnerable to coordinated multinational enforcement efforts.[9] Technical analysis reveals that these malware families, which include remote access troj
🔄 Updated: 11/13/2025, 7:11:15 PM
Experts hail the dismantling of three major cybercrime networks—Rhadamanthys infostealer, VenomRAT remote access trojan, and Elysium botnet—as a significant blow to global ransomware and fraud operations, noting the disruption of over 1,000 servers and seizure of several million stolen credentials, including access to more than 100,000 crypto wallets worth millions of euros[1][5]. Europol emphasized the global scale of infections impacting hundreds of thousands of victims, many unaware their systems were compromised, and cybersecurity industry leaders praised the collaboration across 11 countries and private firms as a model for combating increasingly sophisticated cyber threats[1][5]. According to a Europol spokesperson, "Operation Endgame 3.0
🔄 Updated: 11/13/2025, 7:21:07 PM
**BREAKING: Global Law Enforcement Takes Down Three Major Malware Networks**
Europol and Eurojust dismantled three prolific cybercrime networks—the Rhadamanthys infostealer, VenomRAT remote-access trojan, and Elysium botnet—in Operation Endgame 3.0, which ran from November 10-13 across 11 countries, resulting in over 1,025 servers taken down, 20 domains seized, and the arrest of the suspected main VenomRAT operator in Greece[1][5]. The operation disrupted infrastructure that had infected hundreds of thousands of computers worldwide and stolen several million
🔄 Updated: 11/13/2025, 7:31:14 PM
**Global Law Enforcement Takes Down Rhadamanthys, VenomRAT, and Elysium Malware Networks**
In a coordinated crackdown spanning November 10-13, Europol and Eurojust dismantled three major cybercrime networks—the Rhadamanthys infostealer, VenomRAT remote-access trojan, and Elysium botnet—disrupting over 1,000 servers worldwide and seizing access to millions of stolen credentials and more than 100,000 crypto wallets potentially worth millions of euros.[1][5] The operation, involving law enforcement from 11 countries including Australia, Canada,