Archive · 21 Nov 2025
International Allies Impose Sanctions on Media Land, Accusing it of Supporting Ransomware Attacks
The US, UK, and Australia are working together to stop ransomware attacks by targeting a Russian company called Media Land.
This company is accused of helping cybercriminals by providing them with the tools they need to carry out attacks.
The sanctions mean that Media Land and its associates can't use their services to support these attacks.
The US, UK, and Australia imposed sanctions on Media Land, a Russian company accused of supporting ransomware attacks.
Media Land and similar 'bulletproof' hosting providers are targeted for offering infrastructure to cybercriminals.
The sanctions include asset freezes, travel bans, and restrictions on internet and trust services.
The UK targeted Alexander Volosovik, known as 'Yalishanda', who is linked to groups like Evil Corp, LockBit, and Black Basta.
Australia is imposing similar measures to disrupt ransomware networks that have hit hospitals, schools, and businesses.
- Who
- The US, UK, and Australia
- What
- imposed sanctions on Media Land, a Russian company
- When
- on Wednesday
- Where
- in coordination with each other
- Why
- to stop ransomware attacks by targeting Media Land, a company that supports cybercriminals
Government Agencies
Media Land and Affiliates
Sanctions
Government Agencies
Imposed to disrupt ransomware attacks
Media Land and Affiliates
Impose restrictions on our business
- Company
- Media Land
- Country of Origin
- Russia
- Accusation
- Supporting ransomware attacks
- Sanctions Imposed
- Asset freezes, travel bans, and service restrictions
- Targeted Individuals
- Alexander Volosovik (Yalishanda) and four others