Germany
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Germany identifies two alleged REvil leaders behind 130 ransomware attacks
Germany’s Federal Criminal Police Office says it has identified two alleged REvil figures tied to 130 ransomware attacks in the country, with more than €35.4 million in reported damage.
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Operation Alice shuts down 373,000 fake CSAM dark web sites
Operation Alice, led by Germany, shut down more than 373,000 dark web sites selling fake CSAM packages. About 10,000 buyers paid roughly $400,000 and investigators seized 287 servers, including 105 in Germany.
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AI-assisted CopyCop disinformation network expands with hundreds of fake-news sites, researchers say
A Recorded Future Insikt Group study finds that CopyCop, a Kremlin-linked disinformation network, has expanded into hundreds of AI-generated fake-news sites, using self-hosted Llama 3 models to craft content and deepen influence across the U.S., Europe, and Canada, while funding and infrastructure details highlight the scale of the operation.
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Germany Imposes €45 Million Fine on Vodafone for Privacy Violations
Germany’s BfDI has fined Vodafone GmbH €45 million for privacy breaches linked to fraudulent contracts and security vulnerabilities, prompting the telecom giant to enhance its operational procedures and commit to future data protection efforts.
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Surge in DDoS Attacks: Germany Faces Significant Threats in Q1 2025
A recent report from Cloudflare reveals a staggering 358% increase in DDoS attacks in Q1 2025, with Germany being the most targeted country. The report highlights a concerning trend of hyper-volumetric attacks, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
