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Hacktivism is quietly growing, especially when it comes to Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Talos Takes

English - August 18, 2023 08:00 - 10 minutes - 7.6 MB
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The stereotypical "hacker" who looks to do good in the world probably involves a Guy Fawkes mask and black hoodie. But hacktivism has become much more than that, especially since Russia invaded Ukraine. On the heels of a newly released overview on hacktivism, Lexi DiScola from the Talos Threat Intelligence and Interdiction team joins Talos Takes this week to discuss these actors. While not just anyone is likely a target for hacktivists, Talos has seen groups become more brazen and start looking to make money off their operations.