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Russian hackers Star Blizzard expand targeting, change up tactics to reach Ukraine and beyond
A Russian government-backed hacking group, identified by Microsoft as Star Blizzard and affiliated with the Federal Security Service (FSB), has significantly expanded its targeting and refined its attack methods. The group, also known as SEABORGIUM, Callisto Group, TA446, and COLDRIVER, has shifted from highly targeted spear-phishing to larger-scale phishing campaigns, impacting over 100…
Pro-Ukraine Hackers Claim Attack on Russian Network Monitoring Firm
Russian software developer Microolap has confirmed a cyberattack on some of its systems, though it disputes the extent of the breach claimed by a pro-Ukraine hacking group. The company, which specializes in network traffic interception and analysis software, stated on Thursday that it detected an attempted intrusion into several non-critical systems. However, Microolap denied that attackers…
Fake Conferences, OAuth and WhatsApp: Inside Russia’s New Espionage Tactics
Google's Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) has identified three distinct Russia-linked cyber espionage clusters, designated UNC6293, UNC7005, and UNC5976, which are targeting researchers, academics, government officials, think-tank analysts, and defense sector personnel in Europe and the United States. These groups employ persistent and adaptive phishing campaigns, leveraging sophisticated…
Hackers abuse ViPNet software to target Russian govt agencies
An advanced persistent threat (APT) group has been observed exploiting the update mechanism of the ViPNet private networking suite to target Russian government agencies and other organizations. The campaign, dubbed "HelloNet" by researchers, has been active since at least May, deploying a multi-stage malware payload that establishes persistence and acts as a loader for additional malicious…
Spain arrests suspected hacker linked to Russian hacktivist campaign
Spanish authorities have arrested a man suspected of involvement in pro-Russian hacktivist campaigns, including activities linked to Cyber Army of Russia Reborn and NoName. The arrest, which occurred in March but was announced on a Monday, was the result of an investigation initiated by a tip from the FBI in August 2025.
Spain arrests suspected member of pro-Russian hacktivist groups
Spain's National Police have arrested an individual suspected of involvement with pro-Russian hacktivist organizations, including CyberArmy of Russia Reborn (CARR) and Z-Pentest. The suspect, who resided in Palencia, is alleged to have provided logistical and operational support to a Ukrainian hacker operating for CARR.