A report from Google's Threat Intelligence Group highlights how potential Ukrainian military recruits are being specifically targeted through malware and anti-mobilization messaging facilitated by legitimate Telegram channels.
The operation, attributed to the suspected Russian group known as UNC5812 under the guise "Civil Defense," represents a sophisticated blend of espionage and information warfare impacting Ukraine's military draft.
As Telegram serves as a crucial information conduit for Ukrainians amidst ongoing conflict, it is also increasingly exploited by Russian disinformation efforts aimed at weakening morale and hindering mobilization.
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