The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has seized the web domain LolekHosted.net, which was allegedly involved in various illegal activities. The DOJ also charged a Polish man named Artur Karol Grabowski in connection with running the service, but his current whereabouts are unknown. The website now displays a warning notice to visitors. LolekHosted.net is considered a “bulletproof host,” known for resisting takedown efforts and protecting the identities of its customers. The DOJ claims that Grabowski facilitated criminal activities by allowing clients to register accounts using false information and ignoring abuse complaints. The alleged cybercrime activities enabled by LolekHosted.net include ransomware attacks, brute force attacks, and phishing. Grabowski’s customers included affiliates of the NetWalker ransomware gang. If convicted, the DOJ seeks to recover $21,500,000 in forfeited funds from Grabowski, and he could face a maximum penalty of 45 years in jail.
Key Points:
– The US DOJ has seized the web domain LolekHosted.net and charged Artur Karol Grabowski in connection with running the service.
– LolekHosted.net is considered a “bulletproof host” that resists takedown efforts and protects the identities of its customers.
– Grabowski allegedly facilitated criminal activities by allowing clients to register accounts with false information and ignoring abuse complaints.
– The alleged cybercrime activities enabled by LolekHosted.net include ransomware attacks, brute force attacks, and phishing.
– Affiliates of the NetWalker ransomware gang were among Grabowski’s customers.
– The DOJ seeks to recover $21,500,000 in forfeited funds from Grabowski and he could face a maximum penalty of 45 years in jail.