Tag: russia
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New Way to Track Covertly Android Users
Researchers have discovered a new way to covertly track Android users. Both Meta and Yandex were using it, but have suddenly stopped now that they have been caught. The details are interesting, and worth reading in detail: >Tracking code that Meta and Russia-based Yandex embed into millions of websites is de-anonymizing visitors by abusing legitimate…
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New hacker group uses LockBit ransomware variant to target Russian companies
In its latest campaign this spring, DarkGaboon was observed deploying LockBit 3.0 ransomware against victims in Russia, Positive Technologies said in a report last week. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/new-hacker-group-lockbit-target-russia
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OpenAI Shuts Down ChatGPT Accounts Linked to Russian, Iranian Chinese Cyber
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping every facet of society, our mission remains steadfast: to ensure that artificial general intelligence (AGI) benefits all of humanity. By advancing AI tools that empower people to solve complex problems, we are laying the groundwork for a future where technology serves as a force for good12.…
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OpenAI Bans ChatGPT Accounts Used by Russian, Iranian, and Chinese Hacker Groups
OpenAI has revealed that it banned a set of ChatGPT accounts that were likely operated by Russian-speaking threat actors and two Chinese nation-state hacking groups to assist with malware development, social media automation, and research about U.S. satellite communications technologies, among other things.”The [Russian-speaking] actor used our models to assist with developing and refining First…
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OpenAI bans ChatGPT accounts linked to Russian, Chinese cyber ops
OpenAI banned ChatGPT accounts tied to Russian and Chinese hackers using the tool for malware, social media abuse, and U.S. satellite tech research. OpenAI banned ChatGPT accounts that were used by Russian-speaking threat actors and two Chinese nation-state actors. The blocked accounts were used to assist malware development, social media automation, and research about U.S.…
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New PathWiper Malware Strikes Ukraine’s Critical Infrastructure
Cisco Talos discovers PathWiper, a destructive new malware targeting critical infrastructure in Ukraine, highlighting ongoing cyber threats amidst the Russia-Ukraine conflict. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/pathwiper-malware-hit-ukraines-critical-infrastructure/
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New Mirai botnet targets TBK DVRs by exploiting CVE-2024-3721
A new variant of the Mirai botnet exploits CVE-2024-3721 to target DVR systems, using a new infection method. Researchers from Russian cybersecurity firm Kaspersky discovered a new variant of the Mirai botnet that exploits a command injection vulnerability (CVE-2024-3721) in TBK DVR-4104 and DVR-4216 digital video recording devices. During a review of the logs in…
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OpenAI Bans ChatGPT Accounts Used by Russian, Iranian and Chinese Hacker Groups
OpenAI has revealed that it banned a set of ChatGPT accounts that were likely operated by Russian-speaking threat actors and two Chinese nation-state hacking groups to assist with malware development, social media automation, and research about U.S. satellite communications technologies, among other things.”The [Russian-speaking] actor used our models to assist with developing and refining First…
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Russia-linked threat actors targets Ukraine with PathWiper wiper
A Russia-linked threat actor targeted a critical infrastructure organization in Ukraine with a new destructive malware dubbed PathWiper. Russia-linked threat actor targeted Ukraine’s critical infrastructure with a new wiper named PathWiper. Cisco Talos researchers reported that attackers utilized a legitimate endpoint administration tool, indicating they had access to the administrative console, then used it to…
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Fresh strain of pro-Russian wiper flushes Ukrainian critical infrastructure
Destructive malware has been a hallmark of Putin’s multi-modal war First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/06/06/pro_russia_wiper_ukraine/
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Another data wiper found in Ukrainian critical infrastructure
The new PathWiper, spotted in an attack on Ukrainian critical infrastructure, has similarities to wiper malware previously deployed by the Russian group known as Sandworm. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/pathwiper-malware-critical-infrastructure-ukraine
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U.S. Offers $10M bounty for info on RedLine malware creator and state hackers
The U.S. offers up to $10M for info on state hackers linked to RedLine malware and its creator, Maxim Rudometov, tied to attacks on U.S. infrastructure. The U.S. Department of State offers a reward of up to $10 million for information nation-state actors linked to the RedLine infostealer and its alleged author, Russian national Maxim…
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New pathWiper Malware Targets Critical Infrastructure to Deploy Admin Tools
Cisco Talos has uncovered a sophisticated and destructive cyberattack targeting a critical infrastructure entity in Ukraine, deploying a previously unknown wiper malware dubbed >>PathWiper.
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Hackers Exploit Roundcube Vulnerability to Steal User Credentials via XSS Attack
Tags: attack, credentials, cve, cyber, exploit, group, hacker, intelligence, russia, threat, vulnerability, xssA recent spearphishing campaign targeting Polish entities has been attributed with high confidence to the UNC1151 threat actor, a group linked to Belarusian state interests and, according to some sources, Russian intelligence services. CERT Polska reports that the attackers leveraged a critical vulnerability in the Roundcube webmail platform”, CVE-2024-42009″, to steal user credentials with minimal…
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Uncle Sam puts $10M bounty on RedLine dev and Russia-backed cronies
Tags: russiaAny info on Maxim Rudometov and his associates? There’s $$$ in it for you First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/06/05/rewards_for_justice_maxim_rudometov/
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Russian aerospace firm breach claimed by Ukraine
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/russian-aerospace-firm-breach-claimed-by-ukraine
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Breach Roundup: Ukraine Hacks Russian Warplane Maker
Also, Crypter Takedown, Threat Intel Naming Accord and Regulators Ping CrowdStrike. This week, Ukraine hacked Tupelov, Russian hacking, crypter sites seized and the U.S. will seize North Korean IT worker crypto. Regulators probed CrowdStrike. A Rosetta Stone for intel. A Romanian man admitted to swatting, Lee Enterprises hack exposed data and an FBI vet joined…
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Top US cyber officials face divergent paths after Senate confirmation
Tags: china, cisa, cyber, cybersecurity, government, incident, incident response, iran, jobs, russia, strategy, technology, threatDivergent strategies moving forward: The road ahead appears paved with opportunity for Cairncross, while Plankey faces a narrower path of contraction and clean-up at CISA.”This is a perfect opportunity for the NCD [national cyber director] position to work,” Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation’s Montgomery said. “You have a National Security Council focused on the…
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Microsoft launches European Security Program to counter nation-state threats
Tags: access, ai, attack, blizzard, cloud, control, country, crime, crimes, cyber, cybercrime, cybersecurity, framework, google, government, group, infrastructure, intelligence, malicious, malware, microsoft, network, open-source, resilience, russia, service, strategy, threat, vulnerabilityThree-component strategy: The European Security Program will operate through three main components designed to strengthen continental cyber defenses.The first element centers on enhanced threat intelligence sharing, where Microsoft will provide European governments with AI-enhanced, real-time insights into nation-state tactics.The company’s Digital Crimes Unit will expand intelligence sharing through the Cybercrime Threat Intelligence Program, giving European…
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PathWiper: Russia-Linked APT Deploys New Wiper Malware Against Ukrainian Infrastructure
The post PathWiper: Russia-Linked APT Deploys New Wiper Malware Against Ukrainian Infrastructure appeared first on Daily CyberSecurity. First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/pathwiper-russia-linked-apt-deploys-new-wiper-malware-against-ukrainian-infrastructure/
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US offers $10M for tips on state hackers tied to RedLine malware
The U.S. Department of State has announced a reward of up to $10 million for any information on government-sponsored hackers with ties to the RedLine infostealer malware operation and its suspected creator, Russian national Maxim Alexandrovich Rudometov. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-offers-10m-for-tips-on-state-hackers-tied-to-redline-malware/
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Ukraine strikes Russian bomber-maker with hack attack
Drones are not enough First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/06/04/ukraine_hack_attack_russia/
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Ukraine’s military intelligence agency stole 4.4GB of highly classified internal data from Tupolev
Ukraine’s GUR hacked the Russian aerospace and defense company Tupolev, stealing 4.4GB of highly classified internal data. Ukraine’s military intelligence agency GUR (aka HUR) claims the hack of the Russian aerospace and defense company Tupolev. According to Kyiv Post, Ukraine’s Military Intelligence compromised the United Aircraft Company (UAC) Tupolev division, which is a key developer…
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Microsoft Launches Free Security Program for European Governments
Tags: ai, china, cyber, cybersecurity, government, intelligence, microsoft, ransomware, russia, threatMicrosoft is offering European countries a new cybersecurity program for free to help them defend against threats from nation-states like China and Russia, ransomware gangs, and AI-powered cyber threats through greater intelligence sharing, investments, and partnerships. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/06/microsoft-launches-free-security-program-for-european-governments/
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LockBit Crackdown Fragmented Russian Cybercrime Groups
Onslought Also Paved Way for Rise of English-Speaking Hackers. An international law enforcement crackdown on the LockBit ransomware group caused fragmentation and distrust among Russian-speaking cybercrime groups, paving the way for English-speaking hacking groups to gain prominence, experts said Tuesday during a London conference. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/lockbit-crackdown-fragmented-russian-cybercrime-groups-a-28585
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Ukraine claims it hacked Tupolev, Russia’s strategic warplane maker
The Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) of Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense claims it hacked the Russian aerospace and defense company Tupolev, which develops Russia’s supersonic strategic bombers. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ukraine-claims-it-hacked-tupolev-russias-strategic-warplane-maker/
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Ukraine’s military intelligence claims cyberattack on Russian strategic bomber maker
Ukraine said it hacked into the internal systems of Russia’s state-owned aircraft manufacturer Tupolev, days after Ukraine launched a drone offensive that damaged planes made by company. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/ukraine-military-russia-strategic-bomber
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The Ramifications of Ukraine’s Drone Attack
You can read the details of Operation Spiderweb elsewhere. What interests me are the implications for future warfare: If the Ukrainians could sneak drones so close to major air bases in a police state such as Russia, what is to prevent the Chinese from doing the same with U.S. air bases? Or the Pakistanis with…