FBI: Breaking Affiliate Trust Sped Along LockBit's Takedown

The FBI attributes the success of Operation Cronos, a multinational law-enforcement effort, to disrupting the activities of the largest ransomware group at the time, specifically LockBit. The operation's approach involved breaking the trust among affiliates. This strategy contributed to the takedown of the group. The details of the operation were shared by an FBI agent. The operation, known as Operation Cronos, targeted LockBit, which was the largest ransomware group of its time. The FBI's explanation highlights the importance of undermining affiliate relationships in disrupting ransomware operations.