ESET Research APT Report: Russian attacks surge in Ukraine and Europe

Manilatimes • November 6, 2025

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As zero - day exploits are costly, both the Gamaredon and Sandworm groups used the much less expensive spearphishing technique as their primary ...

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Surge in Russian Cyber Attacks Targeting Ukraine and Europe ESET Research reports a significant increase in Russian cyber attacks, particularly from the Gamaredon and Sandworm groups, which have utilized spearphishing as their primary attack method. Additionally, the Lazarus group has targeted defense industry companies in Central and Southeastern Europe, focusing on those involved in the drone sector. 2 sources 45

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APT Groups (2)

Gamaredon Sandworm

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Countries (1)

MITRE ATT&CK (1)

T1566 - Phishing