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FBI Recovers 7,000 Decryption Keys from LockBit Ransomware

Victims urged to reclaim data as law enforcement disrupts notorious cybercriminal group

  • FBI has obtained over 7,000 decryption keys from LockBit ransomware operations.
  • Victims of LockBit ransomware are encouraged to contact the FBI to recover their encrypted data.
  • Operation Cronos led to the seizure of LockBit's servers and infrastructure in February 2024.
  • Despite these efforts, LockBit continues to operate and leak stolen data.
  • Authorities have identified and are pursuing the group's leaders, offering rewards for information.
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