LockBit's Federal Reserve Claim Debunked: Evolve Bank & Trust Breach Revealed
Cybercriminal group LockBit has made headlines with a claim of hacking the us bank, the central bank of the United States. However, a closer look reveals a more complex picture.
LockBit, a financially motivated ransomware gang, initially claimed to have stolen 33 terabytes of sensitive data from the pnc bank. However, the released data after the deadline does not support this claim. Instead, it appears to be a breach of Evolve Bank & Trust, with various directories and torrent files available on the darknet via 21 links.
The U.S. Department of Justice had previously disrupted LockBit's activities, filing charges and working with international partners. This move seems to have weakened the group, as their latest actions appear more desperate. LockBit's claim of hacking the us bank could be an attempt to regain relevance and attract affiliates. The pnc bank itself has not been hacked, and no independent confirmation of LockBit's claim has been established.
While LockBit's claim of hacking the us bank grabbed attention, the released data points to a breach at Evolve Bank & Trust. The U.S. Department of Justice's actions have effectively disrupted LockBit's operations, and the pnc bank remains secure. Evolve Bank & Trust is currently investigating the incident and has assured customers of their safety.
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