The attacks targeted law enforcement agencies and other vital sectors The Justice Department has unsealed two indictments charging a Russian national named Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev with using three different ransomware variants to attack numerous victims in the United States. Matveev, also known as Wazawaka, m1x, Boriselcin, and Uhodiransomwar, allegedly participated…
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Tool used by Russia’s Federal Security Service The Australian Cyber Security Centre has released a Joint Cybersecurity Advisory with its international partners on the Snake implant. The Snake implant is a sophisticated cyber espionage tool designed and used by Center 16 of Russia’s Federal Security Service for long-term intelligence collection…
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Cybercrime groups have threatened to conduct cyber operations. Evolving intelligence indicates that the Russian government is exploring options for potential cyberattacks. Recent Russian state-sponsored cyber operations have included distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, and older operations have included deployment of destructive malware against Ukrainian government and critical infrastructure organizations. Additionally, some cybercrime groups…
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However, they are adapting. It’s becoming clear that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has complicated the means through which cybercriminals launder funds, but they are adapting. I thought you might be interested in comment from risk intelligence firm Flashpoint, based on discussions analysts have observed in recent months. Sanctions introduced against Russia, coupled with…
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The priority is to focus on the safety and well-being of Ericsson employees in Russia. In late February, Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) suspended all deliveries to customers in Russia. In the light of recent events and of European Union sanctions, the company will now suspend its affected business with customers in…
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The hackers had struck in two waves. Ukraine said on Tuesday it had thwarted an attempt by Russian hackers last week to damage its electricity grid with a cyberattack. “This is a military hacking team,” said government spokesman Victor Zhora. “Their aim was to disable a number of facilities, including…
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Organizations are collaborating with cybersecurity providers to boost the security of their infrastructure. The prevailing geopolitical tensions are threatening to disrupt and undermine technology industries and spread well beyond national borders. There are concerns about cyber attacks, particularly on critical infrastructure, and as a result, companies need to strengthen their…
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The information and communications technology (ICT) market has also been affected by the conflict. The Russian invasion of Ukraine and the resulting diplomatic and economic response have led to a critical turning point for Europe and the world. The information and communications technology (ICT) market has also been affected by…
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Crypto wallets were also being created. Risk intelligence firm Flashpoint has seen increased activity by Russian and Ukrainian militias using social media to recruit volunteers and fund their causes via crypto donations. According to a blog by Flashpoint the ads were appearing on the likes of Telegram and Russian social media service VK,…
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