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cybersecurity1 year ago•1 min saved

Russian Military-Linked Hackers Suspected in Texas Water Facility Cyberattack

The Russian intelligence unit Sandworm, known for previous cyberattacks, may be behind a recent water supply hack in Texas, with a group claiming responsibility online. Cybersecurity firm Mandiant found links between the group and Sandworm, suggesting a potential connection to Russia's military spy agency, GRU. U.S. intelligence officials have not confirmed the link, but the close association raises concerns about critical U.S. infrastructure security.

via The Daily Beast|

#cybersecurity #russian-spy-agency #sandworm

cybersecurity1 year ago•6 min saved

Russian Military-Linked Hackers Sabotage US Water Utilities

A group of hackers linked to Russia's military intelligence unit, Sandworm, known as Cyber Army of Russia Reborn, has claimed credit for targeting the digital systems of water utilities in the United States, Poland, and France, attempting to sabotage critical infrastructure. The group has posted videos on Telegram showing their manipulation of control systems in these utilities, causing disruptions such as overflowing water tanks in Texas and tampering with a small water mill in France. A new report by cybersecurity firm Mandiant has linked Cyber Army of Russia Reborn to Sandworm, raising concerns about the group's aggressive and dangerous actions, which go beyond previous cyberattacks attributed to Sandworm.

via WIRED|

#cyberattacks #cybersecurity #russia

cybersecurity2 years ago•2 min saved

"Russian Cyber Offensive Disrupts Ukrainian Telecom, Signaling Escalation in Cyber Warfare"

Russian hackers, believed to be part of the Sandworm group, launched a cyberattack on Kyivstar, Ukraine's largest telecom service provider, wiping thousands of systems and causing significant service disruptions for millions of subscribers. The attack, which was prepared for months, did not affect military communications due to different protocols used by Ukraine's Defense Forces. The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) has been investigating the incident and confirmed the involvement of the Sandworm group, which has also targeted other Ukrainian telecom operators.

via BleepingComputer|

##cybersecurity #kyivstarattack

cybersecurity2 years ago•1 min saved

"Ukraine Accuses Russian Hackers of Long-Term Telecom Breach Amidst War Tensions"

Ukrainian officials reported that Russian hackers, believed to be part of the Sandworm cyberwarfare unit, infiltrated the network of Ukraine's largest telecom provider, Kyivstar, from at least May 2023, leading to significant service disruptions in December. The cyberattack wiped out critical infrastructure, affecting over 24 million customers and causing widespread communication issues, including in areas affected by the ongoing conflict with Russia. This incident highlights the vulnerability of even large-scale networks to sophisticated cyber espionage and sabotage operations.

via POLITICO Europe|

##cyberattack #cybersecurity

cybersecurity2 years ago•0 min saved

"Report Reveals Russian Hackers Infiltrated Ukraine Telecom for Months Before Cyberattack"

Russian hackers infiltrated Kyivstar, Ukraine's largest telecom provider, for several months before executing a significant cyberattack in December. The Security Service of Ukraine's cybersecurity chief described the attack as disastrous, with the dual purpose of intelligence gathering and psychological impact. The hacking group Solntsepek claimed responsibility, but Ukrainian officials believe Russia's military intelligence unit Sandworm was behind it, signaling a warning to the Western world about cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

via The Daily Beast|

##cyberattack #cybersecurity

cybersecurity2 years ago•4 min saved

"Russian Cyber Intrusion Persisted for Months in Ukraine Telecom"

Ukrainian telecoms giant Kyivstar was the target of a significant cyberattack by Russian hackers, believed to be the military spy unit Sandworm, who had access to the system since at least May 2023. The attack, which coincided with Ukrainian President Zelenskiy's visit to Washington, resulted in the destruction of Kyivstar's "core," affecting services for millions and potentially compromising personal data. Despite the severity, the Ukrainian military's operations were not strongly impacted, and Kyivstar's services have been fully restored. The SBU is still investigating the exact penetration method, while the attack serves as a stark warning to the West about the capabilities and intentions of Russian cyber warfare.

via Reuters|

##cyberattack #cybersecurity

cybersecurity2 years ago•4 min saved

"Russian Cyber Incursion: Months Inside Ukraine's Telecoms Amidst War Tensions"

Russian hackers infiltrated the systems of Ukraine's largest telecom operator, Kyivstar, from at least May 2023, causing significant service disruptions for millions of users in December. The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) believes the group behind the attack is Sandworm, a Russian military intelligence cyber unit. The attack aimed to deliver a psychological blow, gather intelligence, and caused extensive damage to Kyivstar's infrastructure. Despite the severity, no major impact on Ukraine's military communications was reported, and personal data leaks have not been confirmed. The SBU and Kyivstar are working closely to investigate and prevent future cyber threats.

via Yahoo News|

##cyberattack #cybersecurity

cybersecurity2 years ago•4 min saved

Russian Military-Linked Hackers Claim Responsibility for Ukrainian Telecom Cyberattack

The hacker group Sandworm, linked to Russia's GRU military intelligence agency, has claimed credit for a cyberattack on Kyivstar, one of Ukraine's largest mobile and internet providers. The attack resulted in essential services being blocked and limited access to the company's infrastructure. While the Ukrainian government and cybersecurity experts have not publicly attributed the attack to Sandworm, a group called Solntsepek, believed to be a front for Sandworm, claimed responsibility in a Telegram post. The attack on Kyivstar is seen as one of the most disruptive cyberattacks in Ukraine since Russia's invasion in 2022, with potential implications for intelligence-gathering, military communications, and civilian alerts.

via WIRED|

#cyberattack #cybersecurity #kyivstar

cybersecurity2 years ago•4 min saved

"Russian Hackers Employ LOTL Technique for Power Outage Attacks"

Russian state hackers known as Sandworm have adopted living-off-the-land (LOTL) techniques to breach industrial control systems (ICS) more efficiently and with less detectable malware. In a recent attack on a Ukrainian critical infrastructure organization, Sandworm used a native binary to send commands to the SCADA system, resulting in a power outage. The hackers also deployed data-destroying malware to further disrupt the environment. Security researchers believe that Sandworm's shift to LOTL techniques and their ability to recognize new OT threat vectors indicate a growing maturity in Russia's offensive OT arsenal, making them capable of carrying out attacks against OT systems from different vendors.

via BleepingComputer|

#cybersecurity #industrial-control-systems #living-off-the-land-techniques

cybersecurity2 years ago•3 min saved

Russian Hackers Cause Blackout in Ukraine During Missile Strike

The Russian hacking group Sandworm, also known as Unit 74455 of Russia's GRU spy agency, has carried out a third successful power grid attack in Ukraine, causing a blackout for an unknown number of civilians. This attack coincided with missile strikes targeting Ukrainian critical infrastructure, making it a combination of digital and physical warfare. The hackers used a "living off the land" approach, exploiting legitimate tools already present on the network to cause the blackout. The incident suggests coordinated cyber and physical attacks, potentially aimed at sowing chaos and complicating defense efforts.

via WIRED|

#cyberattack #cybersecurity #missile-strike

cybersecurity2 years ago•2 min saved

Ukraine Successfully Foils Breach of Military Tablets

Ukrainian security services have foiled an attempt by Russian state-controlled hackers, believed to be the Sandworm group, to breach the battlefield management system used by the Ukrainian military. The hackers aimed to gain access to sensitive information related to military operations, equipment, and movements by infecting Android tablets used by the military. The attack involved the use of at least seven new custom malware strains, including info-stealing malware and programs disguised as legitimate software. This is the latest in a series of cyberattacks by Sandworm targeting Ukraine's critical networks.

via The Record from Recorded Future News|

#cybersecurity #hacking #military

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Dune Part Two: Epic War Movie with Villainous Austin Butler and Fierce Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet Reunite"

The upcoming sci-fi sequel, Dune: Part Two, will introduce new characters from Frank Herbert's novel, including Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen, described as an "Olympic sword master mixed with a psychotic serial killer." The Fremen will play a bigger role in the film, with Timothée Chalamet's Paul Atreides riding a sandworm for the first time. Zendaya's character, Chani, will have a more significant role, with the actress describing it as a "really, really special" experience. Dune: Part Two is set to hit theaters on November 3.

via Entertainment Weekly News|

#austin-butler #dune-part-two #entertainment

cybersecurity2 years ago•1 min saved

Microsoft warns of potential Russian cyber attacks.

Microsoft has warned against potential ransomware attacks by the notorious hacking group Sandworm, which has links to Russia's military intelligence agency GRU. Sandworm is responsible for attacks on Ukraine's electric power grid, government agencies, the 2018 Winter Olympics, and businesses worldwide. The group appears to be preparing for a renewed destructive campaign, with a ransomware attack on Polish and Ukrainian transport services in October seen as a "trial balloon" for further attacks and a potential precursor to other Russian hacks beyond Ukrainian soil.

via Yahoo Finance|

#cybersecurity #microsoft #ransomware

cybersecurity2 years ago•2 min saved

Microsoft warns of new wave of Russian cyber attacks.

Microsoft's cybersecurity research and analysis team has reported that Russian hackers are preparing a new wave of cyber attacks against Ukraine, including a "ransomware-style" threat to organizations serving Ukraine's supply lines. The report found that a particularly sophisticated Russian hacking team, known as Sandworm, was testing "additional ransomware-style capabilities that could be used in destructive attacks on organizations outside Ukraine that serve key functions in Ukraine's supply lines." The findings come as Russia has been introducing new troops to the battlefield in eastern Ukraine.

via Reuters|

#cyber-attacks #cybersecurity #ransomware