Russian APT Known for Phishing Attacks Is Also Developing Malware, Google Warns

Russian threat group ColdRiver has developed Spica, a malware that enables it to compromise systems and steal information. 
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Prolific Russian hacking unit using custom backdoor for the first time

The group, tracked as “Cold River,” has previously targeted U.S. nuclear facilities and other high-profile targets around the world.

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Russian Hackers Likely Not Involved in Attacks on Denmark’s Critical Infrastructure

Researchers find no direct link between Russian APT Sandworm and last year’s attacks on Denmark’s critical infrastructure.
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Sandworm probably wasn’t behind Danish critical infrastructure cyberattack, report says

A hacking campaign thought to be attributed to the infamous Russian hacking group may have been the work of a different hacking group, Forescout researchers said in a new report.

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Russia Hacked Residential Cameras in Ukraine to Spy on Air Defense, Critical Infrastructure

Ukraine said Russia hacked two surveillance cameras and used them to spy on air defense systems and critical infrastructure in Kyiv. 
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Cyberattack on Ukraine’s Kyivstar Seems to Be Russian Hacktivists

The Solntsepek group has taken credit for the attack. They’re linked to the Russian military, so it’s unclear whether the attack was government directed or freelance.
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