Security News > 2024 > November > Authorities disrupt major cybercrime operation, 1000+ suspects arrested

Authorities across 19 African countries have arrested 1,006 suspects and dismantled 134,089 malicious infrastructures and networks thanks to a joint operation by INTERPOL and AFRIPOL against cybercrime. Results of the operation (Source: INTERPOL) Operation Serengeti Operation Serengeti (2 September – 31 October) targeted criminals behind ransomware, business email compromise (BEC), digital extortion, and online scams – all identified as prominent threats in the 2024 Africa Cyber Threat Assessment Report. Over 35,000 victims were identified during … More → The post Authorities disrupt major cybercrime operation, 1000+ suspects arrested appeared first on Help Net Security.

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