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International Operation Shuts Down Two Major Bot Networks

First article: 20 mar. 2026, 14:18 | Last update: 20 mar. 2026, 14:18 | 1 source | 1 article

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Two of the world's most extensive bot networks, used to launch significant cyberattacks, have been shut down in a coordinated international operation led by German authorities. These botnets were responsible for a wide range of malicious activities, including distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, malware distribution, and data theft. The operation highlights the growing international cooperation in combating cybercrime and the increasing sophistication of law enforcement in tackling complex online threats.

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Euronews 20 mar. 2026, 14:18 (4 hours ago) Good

Two of world's largest bot networks behind major attacks shut down in operation with Germany

German, US and Canadian cybercrime specialists shut down two of the world's largest botnets, Aisuru and Kimwolf, suspected of being behind major online attacks.

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