Technology giant, Microsoft and the US Justice Department on Thursday disclosed they had seized more than 100 websites they alleged were being used by Russian groups to commit computer fraud and abuse in the United States.
A joint statement revealed that between January 2023 and August 2024, Microsoft observed the group, code-named “Star Blizzard,” target more than 30 civil society entities and organisations, including journalists, think tanks, and non-governmental organisations.
It further added that Russian government ran this scheme to steal Americans’ sensitive information, using seemingly legitimate email accounts to trick victims into revealing account credentials.
“Star Blizzard was “persistent,” Microsoft said.
“They meticulously study their targets and pose as trusted contacts to achieve their goals.
“While we expect Star Blizzard to always be establishing new infrastructure, today’s action impacts their operations at a critical point in time when foreign interference in U.S. democratic processes is of utmost concern,” the company said.
However, the Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco disclosed that with the continued support of private sector partners, they will be relentless in exposing Russian actors and cybercriminals while ensuring the suspects are deprived of the tools for their illicit trade.
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