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US Charges Russian Military Officers for Cyberattacks on Ukraine

Indictment reveals extensive cyber campaign targeting civilian infrastructure before 2022 invasion.

The six hackers wanted by the FBI for their engagement in malicious cyberactivity between December 2020 and August 2024. The Department of Justice is Offering a $10 million reward for information on the location of each of the hackers.
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A hacker from Russia sits working at a computer against the background of the Russian tricolor from binary code - stock photo

Overview

  • Six Russian nationals, including five GRU officers, are charged with conspiracy to commit computer intrusion and wire fraud.
  • The WhisperGate malware was used to destroy data and disrupt critical services in Ukraine.
  • The cyberattacks also affected systems in the US and other NATO countries supporting Ukraine.
  • The US State Department offers up to $60 million for information leading to the hackers' arrests.
  • The campaign aimed to undermine Ukrainian government systems and spread fear among its citizens.