#Operation Endgame: Global Crackdown Dismantles Rhadamanthys, Venom RAT, and Elysium Botnet

In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, a coordinated law enforcement operation led by Europol and Eurojust has dismantled several major malware families, including Rhadamanthys Stealer, Venom RAT, and the Elysium botnet.

#Background of Operation Endgame

The operation, which took place between November 10 and 13, 2025, is part of an ongoing effort to take down criminal infrastructures and combat ransomware enablers worldwide. This latest phase of Operation Endgame has resulted in significant disruptions to the cybercrime ecosystem.

#Key Disruptions

• Rhadamanthys Stealer: A major infostealer that had infected hundreds of thousands of computers, resulting in the theft of millions of credentials.
• Venom RAT: A remote access tool that allowed attackers to control infected systems.
• Elysium Botnet: A botnet that was used to spread malware and conduct cyber attacks.

#Arrests and Seizures

• The main suspect behind Venom RAT was arrested in Greece on November 3.
• Over 1,025 servers were taken down, and 20 domains were seized.
• Authorities also identified over 100,000 cryptocurrency wallets belonging to victims, potentially amounting to millions of euros.

#Scope of the Operation

• The operation involved law enforcement agencies from Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Lithuania, the Netherlands, and the U.S.
• The Shadowserver Foundation identified 525,303 unique Rhadamanthys Stealer infections across 226 countries and territories.

#Impact on the Cybercrime Ecosystem

• The disruption of these malware families is expected to have a significant impact on the cybercrime ecosystem, making it harder for attackers to operate.
• Experts emphasize the importance of continued collaboration between law enforcement and the private sector to combat cybercrime.

#Conclusion

The dismantling of Rhadamanthys, Venom RAT, and the Elysium botnet marks a significant milestone in the ongoing fight against cybercrime. As the threat landscape continues to evolve, it is clear that addressing these threats will require sustained efforts from all stakeholders.