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Hybrid Russian Espionage and Influence Campaign Aims to Compromise Ukrainian Military Recruits and Deliver Anti-Mobilization Narratives

· Published 28/10/2024 15:48 · Modified 29/10/2024 13:27

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Published
28/10/2024 15:48
Modified
29/10/2024 13:27
Tags
2024-10-28 craxsrat espionage influence military pronsis loader purestealer recruitment russian sunspinner telegram ukraine
Related entities
1 vulnerabilities (cve), 3 observables, 1 intrusion sets (apt), 18 techniques (mitre), 4 malware, 3 others

Description

A hybrid and operation, dubbed UNC5812, targets potential Ukrainian recruits through a persona called 'Civil Defense'. The campaign delivers Windows and Android malware, including , , and , while simultaneously spreading anti-mobilization narratives. The operation uses social engineering tactics to bypass security measures and gain extensive permissions on victims' devices. UNC5812 also engages in activities to undermine 's mobilization efforts by soliciting and sharing content that discredits Ukrainian practices. The campaign leverages both a dedicated website and channel to distribute malware and propagate anti-mobilization messages.

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