Who was charged in the recent cyberattacks on U.S. infrastructure?

A Ukrainian national, Victoria Eduardovna Dubranova, was charged with aiding Russian-backed cyberattacks.

What kind of damage did the Russian-backed hackers cause?

The hackers allegedly caused damage to public water systems and spoiled thousands of pounds of meat products.

What is the US offering for information on NoName057(16) hackers?

The State Department's Rewards for Justice program is offering up to $10 million for information leading to individuals tied to the group.

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Russian Hackers Target US Infrastructure with AI

11 Dec

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Summary

Ukrainian national charged with aiding Russian-backed cyberattacks.
Hackers targeted US critical infrastructure, including water and food systems.
US offers $10 million reward for info on Russian-linked hacking groups.

Russian Hackers Target US Infrastructure with AI

A Ukrainian woman faces federal charges for allegedly assisting Russian-backed cyberattacks aimed at U.S. critical infrastructure. The Department of Justice unsealed indictments revealing her ties to groups like CyberArmyofRussia_Reborn (CARR) and NoName057(16), which prosecutors claim advance Russia's geopolitical interests. These cyber operations have been linked to substantial real-world damage, including the contamination of public water supplies and the spoilage of thousands of pounds of meat products at a processing facility.

CARR, allegedly founded and funded by Russia's GRU, operated a large Telegram channel and caused extensive harm. NoName057(16), a hacktivist group, is responsible for over 1,500 attacks across various sectors in multiple countries, including government agencies, financial institutions, and transportation authorities. These groups are described as engaging in low-sophistication cyber activity for notoriety and disruption.