Threat IntelligenceJun 14, 2026
Today’s story behind the numbers: This #FBI supported the takedown of a VPN service used by cyber...
FBI supported takedown of VPN service used by cybercriminals.
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Summary
The FBI, in collaboration with foreign law enforcement partners as part of Operation Riptide, has successfully taken down First VPN Service. This virtual private network was reportedly utilized by cybercriminals, and its disruption is a significant blow to their operational capabilities.
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cybercriminals (threat_actor)Operation Riptide (campaign)First VPN Service (product)FBI (vendor)