Turla's Stealthy Campaign Targeting Ukraine

Russian cyber spies, hiding behind other hackers, target Ukrainian military devices via Starlink.
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Turla's Stealthy Campaign Targeting Ukraine
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has become a battleground not only on the physical field but also in the digital realm. A prominent player in this cyberwarfare is the sophisticated Russian cyber espionage group, Turla, also known as "Secret Blizzard." This article delves deep into Turla's operations, focusing on its recent campaigns targeting Ukrainian military and government entities. We'll explore the group's tactics, techniques, and procedures, as well as the implications of their activities for global cybersecurity. Understanding Turla Turla is a highly advanced threat actor with a long history of targeting government agencies, diplomatic missions, and critical infrastructure worldwide. The group is known for its patient and persistent approach, often spending months or even years compromising target networks. Key Characteristics of Turla: Advanced Persistent Threat (APT): Turla operates as an APT, maintaining long-term access to compromised systems. Sophisticated…