US Charges Russian Military Officers for Cyberattacks on Ukraine

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

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.