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“Unyielding Threat: Pro-Russian Hackers Persist as Ukraine Launches Counteroffensive”

Reynolds Alex2 years ago07 mins

Pro-Russian Hackers Continue Targeting Ukraine Amid Counteroffensive Pro-Russian hackers have been intensifying their cyber attacks on Ukraine as the conflict between Ukraine and Russian forces escalates. Ukrainian cybersecurity official, Victor Zhora, stated that the hacker activity is still very high and focused on Ukrainian service providers, media, critical infrastructure, and government networks. Zhora expects the…

Russian Hackers Launch USB-Spreading Malware Campaign Targeting Ukraine’s Government and Military

Emma Thompson2 years ago011 mins

Russian Hackers Using USB-Spreading Malware in Attacks on Ukrainian Government, Military Overview Russian hacking group Gamaredon has been observed infecting USB drives to move laterally within compromised Ukrainian networks, according to a report by cybersecurity firm Symantec. Gamaredon, also known as Armageddon, Primitive Bear, Shuckworm, and Trident Ursa, is believed to be operating on behalf…

“Cyber Warfare Unveiled: Unmasking the Russian APT ‘Cadet Blizzard’ behind Ukraine’s Devastating Wiper Attacks”

Patel Maya2 years ago07 mins

Russian Threat Actor Identified in Leadup to Russian Invasion of Ukraine Introduction A threat actor known as “Cadet Blizzard” has been identified as playing a key role in the leadup to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Microsoft detailed the activity of Cadet Blizzard in a recent blog post, shedding light on the advanced persistent threat…

How Ukraine’s Information Sharing Strategy Can Help Counter China: Insights from a Top Cyber Official

Reynolds Alex2 years ago08 mins

Intelligence Sharing Modelled on Ukraine‘s Approach for Countering China The Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Jen Easterly, has called for a shift in approach to counter threats to US critical infrastructure posed by China. She suggested that intelligence sharing methods employed in the run-up to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine should be…

“RomCom” Hackers Strike Ukraine and US Healthcare Targets

Patel Maya2 years ago06 mins

RomCom Hackers Return with Sophisticated Attack on Ukraine and US Healthcare The notorious threat actor known as RomCom has resurfaced with a geopolitical agenda-driven attack strategy. The group recently targeted Ukrainian politicians and a US healthcare organization that aids refugees from the war-torn country. The attackers used trojanized software that resembled authentic sites to encourage…

Ukrainian Hackers Target the Russian Central Bank-Linked Telecom Firm

Morgan Sarah2 years ago08 mins

Ukrainian Hackers Target Russian Telecom Firm Connected to Central Bank On Thursday, the Cyber Anarchy Squad, a Ukrainian hacking group, claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Infotel JSC, a major Russian telecom firm that provides critical infrastructure to the Russian banking system. Though the extent of the attack’s impact on the banking system is still…

The Intersection of Cyberattacks and War Crimes: Russia’s Actions in Ukraine.

Reynolds Alex2 years ago07 mins

Cyberattacks on Ukrainian Infrastructure and Civilians as Part of War Crimes Russia‘s cyberattacks against Ukrainian civilian and critical infrastructure have exposed the world to the harsh reality of when cyberattacks are part of warfare, and it’s uncertain whether the world is ready to treat them as war crimes. Cybersecurity experts believe that the International Criminal…

Biden Selects NSA Chief to Bolster Ukraine, Safeguard American Elections

Emma Thompson2 years ago07 mins

Biden Picks New NSA Head, Key to Support of Ukraine, Defense of US Elections President Joe Biden has appointed Air Force Lt. Gen. Timothy Haugh as the leader of the National Security Agency and U.S. Cyber Command, succeeding Army Gen. Paul Nakasone. The NSA and Cyber Command leader position oversees much of America’s cyber warfare…

The Cyber Espionage Operation Shaking Ukraine’s State Bodies

Morgan Sarah2 years ago06 mins

Perimeter 81 Network Security In today’s technological landscape, cyber-security remains one of the most critical issues that require urgent attention. The increasing incidences of cyber-espionage, hacking, and attacks on state bodies, transnational corporations, and individuals, have created a fertile breeding ground for criminals in different parts of the world. It is therefore essential to have…

What the Russia-Ukraine Conflict Teaches Us About Cyber Warfare

Reynolds Alex2 years ago05 mins

The Role of Cyber Warfare in the Russia–Ukraine Conflict The war between Russia and Ukraine has provided substantial insights into cyber warfare, as it is the first time a world-class cyber power has been simultaneously engaged in kinetic warfare. Cyber warfare has played several roles in this conflict, including espionage, sabotage, propaganda, and disruptions. Cyberattacks…