UK exposes Russian cyber campaign targeting support for Ukraine

Published: 5/21/2025
UK exposes Russian cyber campaign targeting support for Ukraine
The UK has revealed a Russian cyber campaign targeting organizations involved in foreign aid to Ukraine since 2022. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) identified a Russian military unit, known as GRU Unit 26165 or Fancy Bear, behind the attacks using various hacking techniques. The espionage includes accessing internet-connected cameras at Ukrainian borders monitoring aid shipments, urging organizations to enhance their network defenses against the threat posed by Russian military intelligence.