European authorities arrest alleged admin of notorious Russian crime forum XSS

French authorities have arrested an alleged administrator of the notorious Russian cybercrime forum XSS. The arrest was made possible through wiretapping a server used by the administrator to access private messages, which revealed their involvement in various cybercrime activities, including ransomware attacks. The XSS forum is known for facilitating the exchange of information and tools related to cybercrime, making it a hub for criminal activities. The arrest of the alleged administrator is a significant development in the ongoing efforts to disrupt and dismantle such online platforms that enable and propagate cybercrime. The investigation and subsequent arrest were a collaborative effort between French authorities and their international counterparts, demonstrating the importance of cross-border cooperation in tackling the global challenge of cybercrime. The case serves as a reminder that law enforcement agencies are actively working to identify and hold accountable those responsible for orchestrating and facilitating these illicit activities.