ndcb and the US Government's Crackdown on Russian Cybercriminals
ndcb: A Resounding Warning to Cybercriminals
The U.S. government has taken a major step in addressing the ongoing cyber threats posed by Russian hackers. With a staggering $60 million reward on offer, officials aim to apprehend six individuals accused of orchestrating the notorious WhisperGate malware attack targeting Ukraine and NATO members.
The WhisperGate Attack and Its Implications
Matt Olsen, Assistant Attorney General for National Security, disclosed that this cyber campaign unleashed its fury shortly before Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. It wasn't just Ukraine that felt the heat; U.S. companies were also affected by these sophisticated attacks.
- Five additional Russian military intelligence officers have been added to the list of defendants.
- A previous indictment had already named a civilian from Russia.
According to the FBI's Baltimore field office Special Agent William DelBagno, these criminals have a history of repeatedly breaching U.S. computer networks, which illustrates the profound risks they pose.
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