Russian hackers targeting German politicians — report
- A hacking group targeted German political parties with phishing emails containing malware.
- The group has ties to Russian intelligence and has conducted cyberattacks on Western authorities.
- The malware used allows for remote access to compromised devices and networks, reflecting an intent to influence political processes.
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