Europol Crackdown on Hacker Group NoName057(16) Targets DDoS Attacks Against Sweden
Europol cracks down on NoName057(16) in a worldwide operation targeting DDoS attacks against Sweden.
Key Points
- • Europol's 'Operation Eastwood' targets NoName057(16) responsible for DDoS attacks against Sweden.
- • Over 100 servers were shut down, and arrests were made in France and Spain.
- • Seven arrest warrants issued for six individuals in Russia linked to the hacker group.
- • Despite the crackdown, NoName057(16) plans new cyberattacks against German firms.
Europol has launched a significant crackdown on the pro-Russian hacker group NoName057(16), known for launching distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks against Sweden and other European critical infrastructures. This operation, called 'Operation Eastwood', took place on July 15, 2025, and involved the concerted efforts of 12 countries. During the operation, over 100 servers linked to the group were taken offline, and two individuals were arrested—one in France and another in Spain.
Additionally, seven European arrest warrants have been issued for six suspects believed to play crucial roles within the group, all of whom are reportedly located in Russia. NoName057(16) has utilized Telegram for coordination and employed a software tool named 'DDoSia' to mobilize participants for their attacks, which have targeted sensitive sectors including government, banking, and military sites.
The operation reflects ongoing collaborative efforts to mitigate the threats posed by cybercriminal organizations. However, despite these law enforcement actions, NoName057(16) has announced its intention to continue its campaign of cyber intrusions, specifically indicating forthcoming attacks against German companies. This ongoing threat underscores the persistent capabilities and motivations of such hacker groups in the cyberspace arena.