Skip to main content
See every side of every news story
Published loading...Updated

German cops add Black Basta boss to EU most-wanted list

Nefekov is accused of leading Black Basta's ransomware attacks on 700 organizations, generating over $100 million in extortion by late 2023, German police said.

Summary by The Register
: Ransomware kingpin who escaped Armenian custody is believed to be lying low back home

5 Articles

The RegisterThe Register
Reposted by
IT Security News - cybersecurity, infosecurity newsIT Security News - cybersecurity, infosecurity news
Center

German cops add Black Basta boss to EU most-wanted list

: Ransomware kingpin who escaped Armenian custody is believed to be lying low back home

Read Full Article

In the course of an investigation, international authorities are looking for the lead behind the ransomware gang Black Basta. Switzerland is also involved in the prosecution. Meanwhile, searches have taken place in Ukraine with suspected members.

Read Full Article
Think freely.Subscribe and get full access to Ground NewsSubscriptions start at $9.99/yearSubscribe

Bias Distribution

  • 100% of the sources are Center
100% Center

Factuality Info Icon

To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium

Ownership

Info Icon

To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage

The Register broke the news in on Friday, January 16, 2026.
Too Big Arrow Icon
Sources are mostly out of (0)

Similar News Topics

News
Feed Dots Icon
For You
Search Icon
Search
Blindspot LogoBlindspotLocal