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Alleged Kimwolf Botmaster ‘Dort’ Arrested, Charged in U.S. and Canada
July 5, 2026
Back to all postsIn a significant development for cybersecurity, the alleged mastermind behind Kimwolf, a notorious botnet responsible for various malicious activities including cryptocurrency theft and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, has been arrested in Canada under the joint operation of the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). The accused, known online as 'Dort,' is said to have operated Kimwolf, a sophisticated botnet that infected tens of thousands of computers worldwide. This arrest is particularly relevant for Canadian businesses as it demonstrates ongoing international cooperation in combating cybercrime and protecting digital assets. Businesses should take this opportunity to reassess their security measures and ensure robust protections against similar threats, including implementing multi-layered defense strategies and staying updated on emerging malware trends.
Source: Krebs on Security
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