The attack could have been part of an attempt to compromise the software supply chain, the researchers said.

The details are part of an effort to help defend critical infrastructure “and our democratic values and institutions,” a spokesperson said.

The massive trove of leaked messages and other data offer a deep look at the Russian cybercrime ecosystem.

Rising cybersecurity risks are reviving questions about the ability of cybersecurity insurance to cover the risks of a catastrophic attack.

KillNet, the group that claimed responsibility, has launched a series of attacks around the world on perceived enemies of Russia.

A recent phishing attempt targeting Russian entities involved long-established Chinese toolkits, experts said.

The Russian propaganda focuses on the threat that Ukrainian refugees could bring economic hardship to Europe.

China’s certainly watching Russia’s missteps in cyberspace, as well as the U.S. response.

Critics said claims of a combined cyber and battlefield attack against a Ukrainian nuclear power plant are particularly irresponsible.

Pro-Russian hacktivist channels amplified the Belarusian disinformation campaign, marking an interesting development, researchers said.