NCSC Warns of Russian Hacktivists Targeting UK

The UK’s NCSC issues a warning about persistent threats from Russian-aligned hacktivist groups such as NoName057(16), which conduct DDoS attacks mainly targeting government and local entities. These ideologically driven attackers aim to disrupt operations and damage reputations, emphasizing the need for organizations to enhance resilience and scalability. #NoName057(16) #DDoSia

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The NCSC warns about Russian-aligned hacktivist groups targeting UK and global organizations.
NoName057(16) has been active since March 2022, primarily using DDoS attacks.
Targets include government agencies and local governments, especially in NATO countries.
The attackers operate through Telegram and share tools and tactics via GitHub.
Organizations are advised to improve resilience, scalability, and preparedness against such ideological threats.