Viasat is a organization tracked across 9 threat clusters and 12 intelligence report mentions on ThreatCluster. First observed April 7, 2026; most recent activity July 17, 2026.
The rise of dual-use satellites has blurred the lines of modern warfare, as these systems serve both civilian and military purposes. Cyber-attacks targeting satellite networks and GPS spoofing incidents have highlighted…
On February 24, 2022, a cyberattack targeted a commercial satellite communications provider, disrupting broadband access for tens of thousands of modems across Europe. This incident, attributed to Russian military…
In August 2026, the U.S. military will host the Hack-A-Sat 4 contest at DEFCON, where teams of white-hat hackers will attempt to breach a satellite in orbit. This event follows the 2022 cyberattack on Viasat's KA-SAT…
The increasing reliance on space systems for essential services has elevated cyber risks, making space cybersecurity a national security issue. Key sectors such as communications, finance, and defense depend on…
In response to increasing aggression from Russia, the EU is enhancing its military space capabilities, particularly following the KA-SAT satellite network cyberattack in February 2022. This attack disrupted…
In the wake of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, Western expectations of cyber warfare were challenged as Russia did not execute the anticipated cyber 'kill strike' against Ukraine. Instead, the…
The UK Government has acknowledged the threat posed by Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI) as outlined in the Foreign Affairs Committee's report. The response emphasizes the need for coordinated…
On February 24, 2022, a deliberate cyber-attack targeted Viasat’s KA-SAT network, leading to a partial interruption of satellite broadband service. The attack primarily affected several thousand customers in Ukraine and…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on March 10, 2026, that Russia is attempting to exploit the ongoing conflict involving Iran to further its geopolitical agenda. Zelenskyy highlighted that Moscow aims to…