UK Sanctions Russian Cyber Units: A Bear-y Serious Crackdown on Hackers
The UK government has sanctioned three Russian military intelligence units, including Cadet Blizzard and Fancy Bear, for cyber shenanigans so extensive, you’d think they were auditioning for a heist movie. These units have targeted everything from bomb shelters to Olympic Games, proving they’re not just hackers but overachievers in global mischief.
Hot Take:
The UK’s latest sanctions against Russian cyber mischief-makers are like a digital cold shower for these notorious cyber ninjas. It’s as if someone finally said, “Enough with the games, Russia! You’re not the only ones who can play Whack-a-Mole!” With units named after bears and storms, it seems like the UK has decided to rain on their parade and turn their cyber circus into a bear-ly tolerable sideshow. Fancy that, Russia!
Key Points:
- The UK sanctioned three Russian military intelligence units and 18 individuals for cyber shenanigans.
- Units 29155, 26165, and 74455 linked to cyberattacks, assassinations, and explosive operations.
- Unit 29155’s greatest hits include a Czech ammo warehouse explosion and the Skripal poisoning.
- Unit 26165 known for hacking political parties, elections, and even the Paris Olympics.
- The UK attributed a new malware, Authentic Antics, to Unit 26165’s twisted creativity.