Germany Accuses Russian GRU Unit of Cyber-Attacks on NATO and EU
Intelligence agencies warn of espionage, sabotage, and disruption of aid to Ukraine by GRU's Unit 29155.
- The BfV identified GRU's Unit 29155 as responsible for cyber-attacks on critical infrastructure and government sectors.
- The cyber-attacks targeted NATO and EU countries, as well as global entities, involving espionage and sabotage.
- Unit 29155, also known as Cadet Blizzard or Ember Bear, has a history of high-profile operations, including the 2018 Skripal poisonings.
- The warning is issued in collaboration with the FBI, CISA, NSA, and other international partners.
- Germany had previously accused Russia of cyber-attacks on its Social Democrats, defence, and aerospace sectors.