On November 1, 2026, it became known that the Belarusian hacker group 'Cyber Partisans' in collaboration with the Silent Crow group launched a large-scale cyberattack on the Federal State Statistics Service of Russia (Rosstat). As a result of this attack, hackers managed to penetrate the agency's IT infrastructure and access crucial information regarding the losses of the Russian army in the war in Ukraine.
Details of the Attack on Rosstat
The hackers claimed that they were able to breach the internal systems of Rosstat, which allowed them to obtain data from both the central office and regional divisions. This indicates a serious level of preparation and organization for the cyberattack, which may have been planned over an extended period.
The Importance of the Acquired Data
The obtained data may contain information about:
- the real losses of the Russian army in Ukraine;
- statistics on mobilization and conscription;
- financial expenditures related to the war.
This information could have a significant impact on public opinion in Russia, as well as on the international community monitoring the conflict's developments.
Government Response
At this time, the response of the Russian authorities to this cyberattack remains unknown. However, given the seriousness of the situation, it is expected that the relevant services will investigate the incident and take measures to enhance cybersecurity.