SecurityWeek cites Flashpoint Intelligence Team.
“The risk of the Russian president reacting in an asymmetrical and escalatory manner is present, however domestic support for the war in Ukraine is thin and is likely to weaken further as the Russian military and the Russian economy suffer heavy losses.”
Flashpoint intelligence told SecurityWeek that unmanaged hacktivist and ransomware activity could escalate localized Russia-Ukraine cyber operations into a global cyberwar.
Why is the Russia-Ukraine cyber conflict at risk of becoming global?
Local cyber operations risk escalation because uncontrolled non-state actors can trigger spillover attacks on Western critical infrastructure.
What role do hacktivists and ransomware groups play in escalation risk?
Unlike state actors, criminal and patriotic hackers lack discipline and control, increasing the chance of accidental or retaliatory global cyber incidents.
How does Flashpoint assess escalation risks in cyber conflict zones?
Flashpoint intelligence analyzes illicit forums, ransomware group behavior, and geopolitical sentiment to identify early indicators of cyber escalation and spillover risk.
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