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FBI seizes BreachForums domains

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On October 5, 2025, the FBI seized the domains associated with BreachForums, disrupting a criminal marketplace used to traffic stolen data and facilitate extortion. The action cut off access to a key hub for ShinyHunters and other actors. It also targeted infrastructure used to monetize intrusions and coordinate cybercrime activity across multiple sectors.

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  1. 05.10.2025 03:00 2 articles · 9mo ago

    FBI seizes BreachForums domains

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    The FBI seized the domains associated with BreachForums and described the site as a major criminal marketplace used by ShinyHunters and others to traffic in stolen data and facilitate extortion. The takedown removed access to a key hub used to monetize intrusions, recruit collaborators, and target victims across multiple sectors.

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