For almost a year, Russia and Ukraine have been waging war, which has also included cyber actions. The Russian Federation did not launch the large-scale cyberattack that some experts predicted, targeting Ukraine's vital infrastructure. However, Russian cyber operations were still an important component of the overall conflict. The Russians have modified their tactics in order to adapt to the evolving situation. This commentary offers an insight into how Russia conducts offensive cyber operations and what is its potential role in future military conflicts.
KBN Commentary no. 1 (104) / 2023
19 January 2023
For almost a year, Russia and Ukraine have been waging war, which has also included cyber actions. The Russian Federation did not launch the large-scale cyberattack that some experts predicted, targeting Ukraine's vital infrastructure. However, Russian cyber operations were still an important component of the overall conflict. The Russians have modified their tactics in order to adapt to the evolving situation. This commentary offers an insight into how Russia conducts offensive cyber operations and what is its potential role in future military conflicts.
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