| Source: US OFAC news |
| Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned two individuals and one entity for enabling ransomware attacks and other cybercriminal activities targeting Americans. The sanctioned entities include First VPN Service (1VPNS), a VPN provider used by ransomware groups, and its administrator, along with an individual selling ‘cryptors’ to disguise malware. These actions have facilitated ransomware attacks causing billions in losses to U.S. businesses and critical infrastructure. The sanctions were coordinated with the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and follow a May 2026 takedown of 1VPNS infrastructure by European authorities with FBI support. The designations were made under Executive Order 13694, as amended, targeting those providing material support to cyber-enabled activities threatening U.S. national security. The names of the sanctioned individuals are listed in the original article on the OFAC website. |
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Treasury Sanctions Malware and Infrastructure Providers Supporting Ransomware Attacks Against Americans
| Source: US OFAC news |
| Summary: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctioned two individuals and one entity for enabling ransomware attacks and other cybercriminal activities targeting Americans. The sanctioned entities include First VPN Service (1VPNS), a VPN provider used by ransomware groups, and its administrator, along with an individual selling ‘cryptors’ to disguise malware. These actions have facilitated ransomware attacks causing billions in losses to U.S. businesses and critical infrastructure. The sanctions were coordinated with the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and follow a May 2026 takedown of 1VPNS infrastructure by European authorities with FBI support. The designations were made under Executive Order 13694, as amended, targeting those providing material support to cyber-enabled activities threatening U.S. national security. The names of the sanctioned individuals are listed in the original article on the OFAC website. |
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