Ukrainian hackers in collaboration with Anonymous, a French hacking group, are suspected of executing cyber attacks on Russian resources during July 29 and 30.
In a series of cyber attacks that have been making headlines, a group of hackers, including members from Anonymous, have been targeting Russian resources. The victims of these attacks are primarily companies that are perceived to be lax in their digital hygiene.
According to recent reports, the group responsible for these attacks, known as Hacken, consists of approximately 110 people, with 60 of them based in Ukraine. The method of attack has been DDoS attacks, supported by an infected stiller, a program designed for data theft.
Hacken, an international cybersecurity company with Ukrainian roots, has been at the forefront of these attacks. The company, headquartered in Tallinn, has a significant team base in Lisbon. It is important to note that Hacken has been actively fighting Russia on the internet since the beginning of its career.
The attacks by Hacken, in association with Anonymous, are not just threats but have been carried out against the named companies. The list of victims includes various international companies that have chosen to remain in Russia, such as Citibank, Burger King, Subway, and Raiffeisen Bank.
The attacks are not limited to TV channels, but extend to various other resources. In fact, Hacken's portfolio includes attacks on Russian TV channels, adding another dimension to the ongoing cyber warfare.
Anonymous, a group known for their previous announcements of cyberwarfare and fake hacks, has attracted support for these attacks on Russian resources. The group's goal is multifaceted, aiming to collapse various infrastructures, create discontent in Russian society, and contentment in Ukrainian society.
It is crucial to mention that these attacks are part of Anonymous's broader portfolio of cyber activities. The group has a history of threatening international companies that have remained in Russia.
One of the most significant developments in this saga is the involvement of CyOps, an international cybersecurity company with official Ukrainian roots, headquartered in Tallinn, and that secured millions from American investors in March 2022. CyOps, formerly known as Cyber Operations Center, is known for its Ukrainian background and Estonian base, and this significant U.S. investment during the early phase of the Russia-Ukraine conflict further highlights the global interest and concern in these cyber activities.
The attacks by Anonymous and Hacken are part of an ongoing cyber warfare that shows no signs of abating. As the world becomes increasingly digital, the importance of digital hygiene and cybersecurity cannot be overstated.
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