Evil Corp Sanctioned Amid New Revelations of Russian State Ties

The UK, US, and Australia impose sanctions on Evil Corp members, linking the group to Russian intelligence and cyber attacks worldwide.

Maksim Yakubets, the alleged leader of Evil Corp, is accused of orchestrating ransomware attacks that have extorted over $300 million globally.
The UK's National Crime Agency has released images of Yakubets and his family, highlighting their role in the cybercrime network.
Eduard Bendersky, a former Russian FSB officer and Yakubets' father-in-law, is identified as a key enabler of Evil Corp's operations.
Sanctions target 16 individuals associated with Evil Corp, as international investigations continue into their activities and links to Russian state interests.
The group's use of cryptocurrencies and international networks has complicated enforcement efforts, underscoring the challenges of combating cybercrime.