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Cyberattack

Threat to information security
A cyberattack is a deliberate action aimed at disrupting the operation of computer systems, networks, or devices with the goal of stealing, destroying, blocking access to data, or causing financial and reputational damage. Cyberattacks can be carried out by individual hackers, organized groups, or even states. Cyberattacks are a serious problem in the modern digital world, as they threaten the operation of banks, hospitals, government agencies, energy systems, and private users.
2000
One of the first massive cyberattacks was recorded — the ILOVEYOU virus caused significant damage worldwide
2007
Cyberattacks on Estonian government systems became an example of cyber warfare
2010
The Stuxnet virus, targeting industrial facilities, was discovered
2017
The global WannaCry ransomware attack affected hundreds of thousands of computers
2020
A significant increase in cyberattacks due to the transition to remote work
2022
Large-scale cyberattacks on Ukrainian state resources
2025
Strengthening cybersecurity and using AI to counter cyberattacks
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Zelenskyy announces update of the NSDC: Umerov to handle communication with partners and Drone Deals, and Klymenko - internal security

President Zelenskyy reported changes in the NSDC: Rustem Umerov will focus on communication with partners and the Drone Deals and "Freya" programs. Ihor Klymenko will likely take his place, strengthening internal activities and the fight against cyber threats.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 02:25 PM • 3033 views
Ukrainian cyber specialists could have caused the destruction of a Russian Su-57 near Moscow – Defense Express

Ukrainian cyber specialists could have forced Russian air defense to perceive its own Su-57 as an enemy target. Defense Express considers two scenarios, including unauthorized access to the turrets.

News of the World • July 24, 12:56 AM • 21362 views
Russians are massively switching to cash due to the war, internet outages, and tax increases

Since the beginning of the year, 1. 56 trillion rubles in cash have been put into circulation. The reasons were mobile internet outages and tax increases.

Economy • July 19, 03:39 AM • 5522 views
France summoned a Russian diplomat over Russian cyberattacks

The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the chargé d'affaires of Russia due to cyberattacks carried out by Russia. France condemned these actions as unacceptable and unworthy of a permanent member of the UN Security Council.

Politics • July 18, 07:16 AM • 5135 views
Russia is intensifying provocations near NATO borders, aviation activity over the Baltic Sea has increased - CPD

Polish fighter jets intercepted Russian aircraft over the Baltic Sea for three days. European leaders warn that Russia is preparing for broader aggression.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 11:54 AM • 4786 views
Fine for parents for children's participation in dangerous internet groups - a bill submitted to the Rada

People's deputies also propose to supplement the Code of Ukraine on Administrative Offenses with a new Article 173³ (Promotion, involvement or coercion to participate in destructive internet trends (games) in the educational environment).

Society • July 17, 11:05 AM • 2876 views
Kyiv residents are massively receiving fake letters allegedly from the Ministry of Energy with the aim of intimidation

The Center for Countering Disinformation warns about a mass mailing of fake letters to Kyiv residents on behalf of the Ministry of Energy. Fraudsters intimidate consumers with allegedly detected violations.

Society • July 15, 02:30 AM • 20441 views
Adjusted russian strikes on the border area of Sumy region - SBU detained a former militia officer

An FSB agent, former head of the investigative department of the militia, was detained in Sumy region. He transmitted data for strikes on Ukrainian troops.

Society • July 14, 08:36 AM • 4118 views
Netherlands summons Russian ambassador after cyberattacks on arms supply routes to Ukraine

Netherlands summons Russian ambassador over hacking of video surveillance cameras on military aid routes to Ukraine. The Minister of Foreign Affairs expressed a firm protest and continued support for Ukraine.

Politics • July 13, 08:44 PM • 4089 views
Steam, Minecraft and Dota 2 simultaneously "went down" worldwide - Downdetector dataPhoto

Users around the world report problems connecting to Steam, as well as outages in the online games Minecraft and Dota 2. 46% of complaints about Steam concern server connection.

News of the World • July 13, 05:28 PM • 4140 views
NATO condemned Russia's cyber attacks against allies and Ukraine and promised to continue supporting Kyiv

The North Atlantic Council condemned Russia's cyber attacks that threaten the security of the Alliance. NATO called on Russia to cease its actions and is strengthening its own cyber defense.

Politics • July 13, 02:50 PM • 3410 views
The Prosecutor General outlined priorities for law enforcement: among them, the investigation of the tragedy in Vyshneve and the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipeline

Ruslan Kravchenko announced a shift from the "process for the sake of process" model to a "result" model.

Society • July 13, 02:29 PM • 14744 views
The EU has imposed new sanctions against Russia, including against the company VK

On July 13, the EU Council added the Russian company VK and the messenger MAX to the sanctions list. They are accused of cyberattacks and transferring user data to the Russian authorities.

Politics • July 13, 02:07 PM • 2916 views
Germany summoned the Russian ambassador over cyberattacks against EU countries and Ukraine - Bild

Germany summoned the Russian ambassador over cyberattacks against Germany, the EU, and Ukraine. The EU imposed sanctions against nine individuals and four organizations involved in cyber operations.

Politics • July 13, 11:32 AM • 4657 views
EU imposes sanctions against Russian cyber spies for years of hacking

EU has imposed sanctions against members of the Russian hacker group "Turla," which has been attacking targets in the EU and Ukraine since 2010. France will also summon the Russian ambassador over the cyberattacks.

News of the World • July 13, 10:04 AM • 2876 views
Italy proposes a new "continental" defense system in Europe involving Ukraine

Guido Crosetto proposes expanding European defense beyond the EU to include the United Kingdom, Norway, Turkey, and Ukraine. He also emphasized the need to strengthen cybersecurity and create a center for combating hybrid warfare.

Politics • July 13, 05:53 AM • 30839 views
Sikorski stated that Poland is not afraid of Putin and believes in Russia's defeat in Ukraine

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated that Russia will not win the war, and Ukraine has achieved better results than predicted. He emphasized that Poland takes Moscow's threats seriously, but Putin does not have the means to attack today.

Politics • July 12, 08:35 PM • 16831 views
Holidays in July: calendar of state, church and professional dates

July is rich in holidays that reflect Ukrainian identity, in particular the Day of Ukrainian Statehood on July 15. This month honors military sailors, police officers, medical workers and other professions.

Society • July 1, 07:07 AM • 40312 views
New Chinese AI model raises concerns over hacking risks

Chinese company Z. ai has introduced the GLM-5.2 artificial intelligence model, which experts believe could simplify hacking attacks. It has an open-source code and costs half as much as equivalents from OpenAI and Anthropic.

News of the World • June 26, 02:40 AM • 4582 views
Hundreds of millions in taxes at risk: why Ukraine cannot afford to lose its aviation industry

Ukraine's aviation industry paid a record UAH 702 million in taxes in 2025, despite the closed sky. Due to criminal cases by the Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) regarding aircraft leasing and a decline in profitability, businesses risk leaving Ukrainian jurisdiction.

Society • June 19, 11:34 AM • 58705 views
Scheme to legalize nearly 10,000 illegally cut oaks worth over UAH 147 million exposedPhoto

Law enforcement officers exposed a large-scale scheme to legalize illegally cut oaks. Through fictitious documents, timber products worth over UAH 147 million were sold.

Society • June 19, 10:04 AM • 3577 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine has agreements on additional F-16s, pilots need to be trained

President Zelenskyy announced agreements on receiving additional F-16 fighter jets. The key issue remains the urgent training of pilots for their use.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 09:29 AM • 5723 views
In Ukraine, the second stage of the special operation "Rubicon" was conducted: drugs worth almost 70 million hryvnias were seizedPhotoVideo

Law enforcement officers conducted the second stage of the anti-drug special operation "Rubicon", eliminating drug laboratories and seizing almost 90 kg of drug products. The value of the seized drugs at black market prices is almost 70 million hryvnias.

Society • June 19, 07:59 AM • 4681 views
Three people died as a result of a US strike on a suspected drug vessel in the Pacific Ocean

US military attacked a vessel suspected of drug smuggling, resulting in the deaths of three people. Since September, at least 211 people have died as part of the US campaign.

News of the World • June 19, 03:39 AM • 4297 views
Zelenskyy summed up the results of "Ramstein" and named three key outcomes

At the "Ramstein" meeting, partners announced support packages worth over $2. 5 billion. Among the results are over $1 billion for the PURL program, $500 million for long-range munitions, and $1 billion for Ukrainian drones and missiles.

Economy • June 18, 09:52 PM • 5694 views
Since the beginning of the day, over 200 battles have taken place at the front, the enemy launched 5,7 thousand drones - General Staff

Since the beginning of the day, 204 combat engagements have occurred at the front. The enemy carried out three missile strikes and dropped 213 guided air bombs.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 07:15 PM • 11285 views
Fedorov showed Pistorius the burning capital of the Russian Federation after the strikesPhoto

Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov demonstrated to his German colleague Boris Pistorius the results of the attack on Moscow on June 18. Footage of Ukrainian drones over the Russian capital has appeared online.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 07:03 PM • 19244 views
The military will be restricted from accessing gambling during the period of martial law, the government has adopted a resolution

The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a resolution that launches a mechanism to restrict the access of military personnel to gambling during the period of martial law. The data will be verified through the Register of Military Personnel.

Society • June 18, 06:47 PM • 5184 views
In France, a plant producing drones for Ukraine was attacked with Molotov cocktails - media

The plant of the company Delair in France, which produces drones for Ukraine, was attacked with Molotov cocktails on June 1. The Toulouse prosecutor's office has launched an investigation.

News of the World • June 18, 06:21 PM • 5012 views
Legal community reports mass violations during elections to the NABU Public Control Council

Demands for a criminal investigation arise due to anomalous election results for the NABU Public Control Council. Analysis revealed mass ballot repetitions and a suspicious concentration of votes.

Society • June 18, 03:38 PM • 3349 views