According to Odaily, four Russian nationals were detained by law enforcement in Phuket, Thailand, on Monday, as part of an international effort to combat cybercrime. The individuals are suspected members of the 8Base group, which allegedly used the Phobos ransomware to attack 17 Swiss companies between April 2023 and October 2024. The suspects are accused of infiltrating networks of several European companies, encrypting data, and demanding cryptocurrency payments for decryption.ย
Phobos ransomware typically targets small to medium-sized enterprises lacking robust cybersecurity measures. Beyond these incidents, the suspects are linked to approximately 1,000 victims worldwide, with around $16 million in Bitcoin reportedly stolen. The 8Base group has been identified as a significant player in the ransomware ecosystem. The suspects are currently awaiting extradition to face charges related to their alleged involvement in these ransomware attacks.
