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First VPN Dismantled in Global Takedown Over Use by 25 Ransomware Groups
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Summary
A global operation, dubbed Operation Saffron, led by France and the Netherlands, successfully dismantled the First VPN service, a virtual private network specifically designed for criminal use. The service was utilized by over 25 ransomware groups, including Avaddon, to obscure their online activities and conduct attacks. Authorities seized servers, infrastructure, and identified over 500 users, highlighting the vulnerability of relying on anonymization services to evade law enforcement.
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