Global Operation Dismantles LeakBase Cybercrime Forum

Global Operation Dismantles LeakBase Cybercrime Forum

First seen 4 Mar 2026, 17:12 UTC CybersecuritynewsJusticeMlexBleepingcomputerCyberscoop+28 48.3

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On March 3 and 4, 2026, a coordinated international law enforcement operation led by the FBI and Europol resulted in the seizure of LeakBase, one of the largest online forums for cybercriminals, which had over 142,000 members. The forum facilitated the trade of stolen data and hacking tools, posing significant risks to cybersecurity worldwide.

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2026-03-03
Law enforcement actions against LeakBase initiated
2026-03-04
LeakBase forum officially seized by authorities
2026-03-04
FBI posts seizure banners on LeakBase domains