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ShinyHunters Hacks Rival Gang Cl0p, Seizes Leak Site
Original: ShinyHunters Hacks Rival Ransomware Gang Cl0p and Takes Over its Dark Web Tor Data Leak Site
The hacking group ShinyHunters has compromised Cl0p, a rival ransomware gang, and taken control of its dark web Tor data leak site, according to a report by CPO Magazine. The takeover of one major cybercrime operation by another is drawing attention from security researchers tracking shifting alliances and infighting in the ransomware underworld.
Why now: Rival cybercrime groups turning on each other is rare and signals turmoil in the ransomware ecosystem.
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- ShinyHunters Hacks Rival Ransomware Gang Cl0p and Takes Over its Dark Web Tor Data Leak Site · CPO Magazine
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