APT28 Hacks Eastern Europe Webmail in Spy Campaign

Hackers linked to the Kremlin have targeted webmail servers used by government agencies across Eastern Europe, according to cybersecurity researchers. The group, identified as APT28, focused primarily on entities in Ukraine, Bulgaria and Romania. However, the campaign extended beyond the region, with government networks in Africa, South America and other parts of Europe also affected.

APT28, a well-known cyber-espionage group with ties to Russian state interests, used the attacks to infiltrate email systems, potentially accessing sensitive communications. The method of intrusion and the duration of the campaign were not disclosed in the summary, but the scope suggests a coordinated effort to gather intelligence or disrupt governmental operations.

The incident highlights ongoing cybersecurity threats facing public institutions, particularly in geopolitically sensitive regions. Governments and agencies impacted by the campaign are likely to face increased pressure to strengthen their digital defenses. The attacks underscore the persistent cyber risks posed by state-aligned threat actors.