Russian hacking software has reportedly stolen hundreds of log-ins from the UK Ministry of Defence, leading to a major security breach. Nearly 600 employees, including UK Armed personnel and civil servants, had their emails and passwords stolen and leaked on the dark web by cybercriminal groups since 2020. The stolen data includes critical access to the MoD's Defence Gateway portal, posing a significant risk of blackmail to the individuals involved.
Russian hacking software has allegedly stolen hundreds of Ministry of Defence computer log-ins in a major security breach . The MoD is investigating the incident involving the theft and leakage of emails and passwords of almost 600 employees, including UK Armed personnel, civil servants, and defense contractors, on the dark web since 2020.
The stolen data includes email addresses and other log-in information needed to access the MoD's Defence Gateway portal, an online platform for British military personnel. Although the system does not contain classified information, it is integral to staff communication and provides access to human resources and other critical services. The MoD and intelligence sources believe the stolen data poses a significant risk of blackmail to individuals involved
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