Verified events
Every event is decomposed into claims, each with its own evidence and a transparent status label — see the methodology.
Binance reportedly shared user data with Russia related to cryptocurrency donations for Ukrainian military support — not independently verified
Binance allegedly provided Russian authorities with data on users who donated cryptocurrency to support Ukrainian forces. This information was reportedly used in a case against Yuri Belenkiy, detained for transferring funds to the Azov brigade, labeled as a terrorist organization by Russia.
X reports Russia-Linked 'Midnight Blizzard' Group Hijacks Hotel Wi-Fi With CaptiveCrunch
Midnight Blizzard, linked by the US and UK governments to Russia's SVR intelligence agency, reportedly hijacked hotel Wi-Fi. The group was tracked internally by Microsoft under the codename NOBELIUM.
Yandex reportedly obscures Russian missile battery near Kronstadt — not independently verified
Yandex allegedly concealed a Russian missile battery on its maps near Kronstadt, according to Finnish broadcaster Yle. The battery is visible on other mapping platforms like Google and Apple. Experts claim this masking is impractical given the availability of satellite images from Western and Ukrainian intelligence.
Cyber Corps reportedly attacked digital infrastructure of Russian marketplace Wildberries
Reports indicate that Cyber Corps attacked the digital infrastructure of Wildberries on August 10 and 11. The attack allegedly caused significant disruptions to online services and payment systems, leading to numerous customer complaints.
Cl0p claims a mass hack of Shell, Philips, and dozens more — not independently verified
The Russia-linked ransomware group Cl0p has claimed responsibility for a series of cyberattacks impacting Shell, Philips, and nearly 50 other companies. This incident marks another significant security breach attributed to the group.
Trump gives green light to US companies to aim hacks at cybercriminals
The US government has reportedly allowed its companies to target cybercriminals directly, a move that may align with practices seen in China and Russia. This development has raised concerns about the implications for national security and private-sector roles in cybersecurity.
Gemini’s VPN workaround stops working for some users in Russia
Google’s Gemini AI has stopped working for some users in Russia, as reported by Kod.ru. Complaints have been noted on the Downdetector website.
Poland hit by theft of 19 million patients’ data from medical platform
The digital affairs minister claims this is one of the largest data leaks in Poland's history — not independently verified. The incident involves the theft of data from a medical platform affecting millions of patients.
CERT-UA reports new campaign by Russian actors targeting IT workers — not independently verified
The Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine disclosed details of a cyber campaign targeting IT professionals. The campaign reportedly involves fake job interviews to promote a VPN with malicious capabilities.
Hackers Cross From IT to OT Through a Private APN in Poland
Poland's CERT has reported a second cyberattack on the country's energy sector. This attack highlights vulnerabilities in the transition from IT to OT systems — not independently verified.
Alisa, Russia's AI assistant, advises users against Max messenger — Verstka reports...
Alisa, the AI assistant in Russia's Max messenger, reportedly suggests users switch to other messaging apps. This observation was made by the independent outlet Verstka.
TrueConf Server Flaws Exploited to Replace Client Installers with PhantomCore
A threat actor known as Head Mare has been observed exploiting security flaws in TrueConf servers to attack Russian companies. These vulnerabilities have reportedly been weaponized to replace client installers with malicious software. The claims regarding the effectiveness of these attacks are not independently verified.
Kyiv Claims Russia Rolling Out Starlink-Style Network Faster Than Expected — not independently verified
Kyiv states that Russian forces are deploying a Starlink-style network more rapidly than anticipated. This follows Ukraine's efforts to disable gray-market Starlink terminals used by Russian forces earlier this year.
Astra VPN offers solution for communication post-blockade — not independently verified
Astra VPN claims to enable secure communication via WhatsApp and Telegram despite restrictions. The service promotes freedom of expression and support for independent journalism.
Germany investigates fake resignation video linked to Russia
German security services suspect a Russia-linked group was responsible for a fake video about Chancellor Friedrich Merz's resignation. The claims have not been independently verified.
X reports Ukrainian hackers breached closed Russian Ministry of Industry meeting on drone electronics production
Ukrainian hackers reportedly accessed a closed meeting of the Russian Ministry of Industry. The meeting allegedly revealed that 90% of electronics for Russian drones are produced in China — not independently verified.
Russia appears to be carrying out major VPN blocking campaign — Amnezia reports...
Amnezia, a popular VPN service in Russia, claims that authorities have launched a significant new attack on internet bypass tools. This blocking campaign has reportedly been ongoing for several days, although details remain undisclosed.
Kommersant reports mobile internet in central Russia is mostly restricted
A study by Vigo indicates only 30.5% of mobile internet traffic in central Russia was unrestricted in July 2026. In border regions, nearly 90% of traffic was managed through 'whitelists'.
Banks in Russia Transition to Encryption Certificates Allowing Traffic Decryption
Several Russian banks have switched to local encryption certificates issued by the Ministry of Digital Development. This change is said to allow government authorities the technical ability to decrypt user traffic — not independently verified. The move follows the withdrawal of certificates by foreign authorities from sanctioned banks.
Russia mounted drone surveillance of European nuclear sites over 18 months
Researchers claim that Moscow conducted drone surveillance of European nuclear sites in 144 incidents over an 18-month period — not independently verified. The incidents reportedly included RAF Lakenheath.
FSB claims detaining 46 users of Telegram dating bot for alleged Ukrainian intelligence recruitment — not independently verified
Russia's FSB reported detaining 46 young users of a dating bot, claiming they were recruited by Ukrainian intelligence. The FSB provided videos as proof, although they indicated chats were on a Russian app. This incident led to the inclusion of Pavel Durov in a list of terrorists by Rosfinmonitoring.
Ukrainian Hackers Claim Major Air Defense Victory
Ukrainian sources report that hackers have redirected Russian air defenses, mistakenly shooting down a $50 million fighter jet, though the claim remains unverified.
US Offers Reward for Info on Russian Hackers
The U.S. has offered a $10 million reward for information about Russian hackers who allegedly operated bulletproof hosting services for ransomware attacks. This crackdown reflects ongoing cybersecurity concerns.
Arrests made in pro-Russia cyber attack operation
An alleged member of the Cyber Army of Russia Reborn has been arrested in Spain, showcasing ongoing cyber threats linked to the war.