Germany Arrests Suspected Qilin Ransomware Leader After Japan Detention

Germany arrested a Russian national believed to be a leader of the Qilin ransomware RaaS after he was detained in Japan and extradited; the article details Japan–Germany cooperation in the case and highlights Qilin's ongoing global operations, including attacks on Nissan and Asahi (with 1.5 million records exposed), an alleged breach of Dow Inc., frequent victim listings on Tor leak sites, double-extortion tactics, use of phishing and known vulnerabilities, and a reported alliance with other ransomware groups.