Denmark Accuses Russia of 'Destructive' Cyberattacks on Water Utility
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Denmark Accuses Russia of 'Destructive' Cyberattacks on Water Utility

  • Denmark's Defence Intelligence Service attributes "destructive and disruptive" cyberattacks on Danish infrastructure and government websites to Russia.
  • An attack on Tureby Alkestrup Waterworks caused pipes to rupture, temporarily cutting water supply to homes near Copenhagen.
  • Waterworks head Jan Hansen warned against underinvesting in cybersecurity, as their breach occurred after switching to a cheaper, less robust system.
  • Authorities link the attacks to Russia's "hybrid warfare" campaign, aiming to sow instability and punish nations supporting Ukraine.
  • Pro-Russian groups Z-Pentest and NoName057(16) are identified as instruments of the Russian state in these cyber operations.

Why It Matters: Denmark blames Russia for cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, highlighting hybrid warfare tactics and cybersecurity risks.

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