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GRU Cyberattacks Target Western Firms Supporting Ukraine

5/22/2025

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Russian military intelligence, known as GRU Unit 26165 (APT28), has been on a relentless mission since 2022, targeting Western logistics and tech companies aiding Ukraine. A coalition of nations has issued a stark warning about their cyber espionage tactics, which include spear-phishing and exploiting software flaws, all aimed at sabotaging aid efforts and gathering crucial intelligence on NATO transport activities.

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Russian military intelligence, known as GRU Unit 26165 (APT28), has been on a relentless mission since 2022, targeting Western logistics and tech companies aiding Ukraine. A coalition of nations has issued a stark warning about their cyber espionage tactics, which include spear-phishing and exploiting software flaws, all aimed at sabotaging aid efforts and gathering crucial intelligence on NATO transport activities.