FBI, Dutch Police Disrupt Redline, Meta Malware

The Dutch National Police, in collaboration with the FBI and various international law enforcement agencies, has successfully dismantled the servers for two notorious infostealers, Redline and Meta, during Operation Magnus. This operation allowed police to gain 'full access' to the malware's infrastructure, including usernames, passwords, IP addresses, and source code, potentially unmasking users who paid for these services. Redline, active since 2020, has reportedly stolen over 170 million passwords in recent months, while Meta, introduced in 2022, has exfiltrated about 38 million passwords. The takedown announcement was made in a marketing-style video that humorously warns users about legal repercussions, claiming 'VIP status' for those utilizing the malware. Although the operation is expected to significantly impact cybercrime, no arrests have been confirmed yet. The police have promised more updates as the investigation continues, indicating that legal actions are underway against involved parties.