A coalition led by the FBI, CISA, and NSA warns of increased opportunistic attacks by pro-Russia hacktivist groups targeting critical infrastructure through basic security lapses. These groups exploit poor VNC security to cause physical damage, with links to Russian state entities. #CARR #NoName05716
Keypoints
- International agencies issued a warning about an increase in hacktivist attacks on critical infrastructure.
- Pro-Russia groups are relying on simple security flaws like exposed VNC connections to infiltrate systems.
- Attackers can manipulate industrial control devices, causing dangerous disruptions and damage.
- Several hacktivist groups are directly linked to Russian state agencies, including CARR and NoName057(16).
- The advisory recommends reducing internet exposure of OT assets and improving security protocols to prevent attacks.