Ashish Khaitan
Microsoft has revealed that its customers are subjected to over 600 million cybercriminals and nation-state cyberattacks daily. These threats encompass a broad spectrum of malicious activities, from ransomware and phishing to identity theft.
The recent findings in the fifth annual Microsoft Digital Defense Report highlight a troubling trend: nation-state actors are collaborating with cybercriminals, utilizing their tools and methods for various cyber operations, including espionage and influence campaigns.
The Rise of Nation-State Cyberattacks
Between July 2023 and June 2024, the report highlights how state-affiliated threat actors are leveraging cybercriminal networks for their own objectives. This collaboration is particularly evident in operations targeting Ukraine, where Russian actors have reportedly outsourced cyberespionage efforts to criminal groups. In June 2024, a cybercrime syndicate used widely available malware to infiltrate at least 50 Ukrainian military devices, showcasing the direct impact of nation-state cyberattacks on military security.
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