Thu, Oct 1, 2026 · 3:32 PM ET

Police dismantle KillSec ransomware gang allegedly led by 16-year-old

First reported by BleepingComputer at 10:25 AM ET · Updated 11:55 AM · 3 sources

An international law enforcement operation dubbed "Operation KillSwitch" seized the KillSec ransomware gang's data leak site and servers, led to three arrests, and identified a 16-year-old as the group's alleged administrator.

Summary from BleepingComputer.

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SecurityWeek Police Shut Down KillSec Ransomware, Identify Alleged Teen Leader · Eduard Kovacs
BleepingComputer Police dismantle KillSec ransomware gang allegedly led by 16-year-old · Lawrence Abrams