Ransomware
First VPN Takedown: How May 2026's Strike on Ransomware Infrastructure Worked
In May 2026, an international coalition dismantled First VPN, a service the FBI says at least 25 ransomware gangs used to hide. We unpack the takedown, the broader 2026 infrastructure offensive, and why disrupting plumbing matters more than chasing brands.
May 22, 202610 min read