In an extensive crackdown dubbed Operation Talent, the FBI has successfully seized several high-profile cybercrime platforms, including Nulled.to, Cracked.to, Sellix.io, and StarkRDP.io. While no arrests have been announced, the operation underscores the persistent efforts of international law enforcement against cyber threats.

Details of the Operation

On January 29, 2025, the FBI, in cooperation with global law enforcement partners, seized multiple domains associated with illicit online activities. Among these were leading forums like Nulled.to and Cracked.to, notorious for facilitating the sale and distribution of hacked content and tools. Additionally, other domains such as StarkRDP.io and Sellix.io were also directed to FBI-controlled servers. Visitors to these sites now encounter official seizure notices, indicating their involvement in Operation Talent.

About Operation Talent

Operation Talent is spearheaded by the FBI with support from agencies such as Europol, the Australian Federal Police, and Germany’s Federal Criminal Police Office. This initiative aims to dismantle forums and sites that support cybercrime, ranging from hosting hacked material to distributing illegal software.

The Seized Platforms

StarkRDP.io

StarkRDP.io offered virtual server hosting for Windows and Linux, promoting swift setup and dedicated IPs. However, its misuse by cybercriminals for illegal activities led to its downfall in the operation.

Sellix.io and MySellix.io

Sellix SRL, operating from Bologna, Italy, is known as a "Cross-Border Finance" service. Despite DNS changes redirecting to FBI servers, Sellix.io’s standard homepage remains visible, though user logins have been disabled, indicating a significant operational impact. Sellix.io's connections to Cracked.to's financial transactions have added to the complexity of this case.

Reaction from Cracked.to

Cracked.to's administrators acknowledged the seizure via their Telegram channel, lamenting the disruption to their community. They indicated the reasons for the seizure are not yet fully disclosed and mentioned awaiting official documentation. Active forum admins suggest that the site's functions might resume under a new domain soon.

Ongoing Developments

As of now, there have been no official statements from U.S. authority agencies regarding the seizures. The FBI’s unprecedented action displays a zero-tolerance stance on cybercrime forums, though details remain sparse. Stay tuned for further updates on this operation as they unfold.

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