ZDNet cites Flashpoint Intelligence Team.
“Ransomware groups openly associating with the Russian government would be a new and worrying development.”
Flashpoint analysts told ZDNet that ransomware groups aligning with Russia in the Ukraine war mark a new and dangerous escalation.
Why are hacktivists and ransomware groups getting involved in the Ukraine-Russia war?
Hacktivists and ransomware groups are choosing sides to influence the conflict through cyberattacks, disruption, and signaling political alignment.
What makes ransomware groups backing a government especially concerning?
Flashpoint analysts warn that ransomware groups openly associating with Russia would represent a new and worrying escalation beyond traditional hacktivism.
How does Flashpoint track cybercriminal and hacktivist activity during conflicts?
Flashpoint analysts monitor illicit forums, ransomware infrastructure, and underground communications to assess how cyber actors respond to geopolitical crises.
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