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Kratos phishing-as-a-service platform dismantled by international law enforcement

International law enforcement agencies have dismantled the Kratos phishing-as-a-service platform, arresting its alleged developer in Indonesia. The operation, led by German authorities with support from Europol and various national agencies including the FBI and NCSC, resulted in the seizure of over 200 servers used by the platform. Kratos facilitated the creation and deployment of sophisticated phishing attacks. AI

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Kratos phishing-as-a-service platform dismantled by international law enforcement

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    Kratos phishing-as-a-service kit loses its battle with international law enforcement

    Alleged developer arrested in Indonesia after more than 200 servers slain