Authorities Crack Down on 45,000 Malicious IPs Powering Ransomware Attacks
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In a massive international crackdown on cybercrime, law enforcement agencies from 72 countries have successfully dismantled over 45,000 malicious IP addresses and servers<\/a>. <\/p>\n Coordinated by INTERPOL, \u201cOperation Synergia III\u201d targeted the critical infrastructure behind devastating ransomware, malware, and phishing campaigns worldwide.<\/p>\n Running from July 18, 2025, to January 31, 2026, the operation highlights unprecedented cross-border collaboration. <\/p>\n By transforming raw data into actionable threat intelligence, INTERPOL provided member countries with the tactical support needed to execute localized raids and disrupt major cybercriminal networks.<\/p>\n Threat actors heavily rely on these IP networks to host command-and-control (C2) servers<\/a>, launch ransomware payloads, and manage fraudulent web properties.<\/p>\n To achieve these widespread takedowns, INTERPOL partnered with prominent private-sector cybersecurity firms, including Group-IB, Trend Micro, and S2W. <\/p>\n These partnerships were crucial in tracking illicit activities across the internet and identifying the specific servers powering global attacks.<\/p>\n The six-month operation yielded significant results:<\/p>\n While the operation had a global footprint, preliminary reports highlight several key victories against diverse cybercriminal tactics, ranging from highly technical exploits to manipulative social engineering:<\/p>\n As cyber threats continue to mature, the success of Operation Synergia III demonstrates the effectiveness of unified global action. <\/p>\n Neal Jetton, INTERPOL\u2019s Director of the Cybercrime Directorate, emphasised<\/a> that while cybercrime in 2026 is more destructive and sophisticated than ever, international cooperation remains the strongest defence.<\/p>\n By uniting global law enforcement and private threat intelligence, authorities are not just arresting individuals; they are actively dismantling the foundational infrastructure that enables modern ransomware and financial fraud campaigns to operate.<\/p>\n Follow us on Google News<\/a>, LinkedIn<\/a>, and X<\/a> for daily cybersecurity updates. Contact us<\/a> to feature your stories.<\/strong><\/p>\n The post Authorities Crack Down on 45,000 Malicious IPs Powering Ransomware Attacks<\/a> appeared first on Cyber Security News<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nOperational Scope and Impact<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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