Russian security services collect intelligence in Ukraine disguised as foreign media

The cyber experts of the Security Service of Ukraine have recorded numerous intentions of the Russian security services to receive intelligence in Ukraine by disguising themselves as representatives of foreign media.

Source: Security Service of Ukraine on Telegram 

Details: According to the Security Service of Ukraine, the Russians use specialised online platforms and professional online forums of Ukrainian journalists in order to collect classified information. On these websites, the Russians post requests seemingly from representatives of renowned Western media channels. 

In their requests they address the media workers and other relevant groups in regards to provision of materials for alleged production of "news coverages" or "documentaries" on the war in Ukraine. 

Quote: "Above all, the enemy is interested in the results of the Russian missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, in particular the location of the strikes and their repercussions. The authors [of the requests – ed.] promise royalties for provided mediafiles or text."

Details: The Security Service explains that the received information is used by the Russians to adjust their subsequent attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure. 

The intelligence officers call on Ukrainian citizens to report suspicious requests from unidentified sources. 

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