LockBit Ransomware Group Suffers Embarrassing Hack
A mysterious group, allegedly from Prague, has hacked LockBit’s dark web platform. They leaked sensitive information, including Bitcoin wallets and internal systems.LockBit is a well-known ransomware gang.
SlowMist, a blockchain security firm, reported the incident. The leaked data included over 60,000 Bitcoin addresses and 75 user credentials. There were also logs of ransom negotiations. one record suggested a ransom payment from a Coinbase account.
The attackers accessed a PHP-based management tool used by LockBit. SlowMist believes the hackers exploited a PHP vulnerability to gain entry.
LockBit responded on their official channel. They admitted that onyl a lightweight panel with an authorization code was breached. They assured that no decryptors or company data were stolen. However, they acknowledged that the hack affects their reputation.
Ironically, LockBit is now offering a bounty for information on the hacker.This comes despite the U.S. government’s previous offer of up to $15 million for information on LockBit members.
For more details, visit the SlowMist blog post.
