How Russia’s invasion of Ukraine affected the cyber threat landscape

The video discusses the current cyber threat landscape, focusing on critical infrastructure and the impact of geopolitical tensions, particularly involving Russia. It highlights the role of hacktivist groups and the concept of plausible deniability in cyber attacks. The discussion also covers the increased risk of cyber threats due to economic sanctions and the resources available for organizations to enhance their cybersecurity measures.

What has increased the likelihood of cyber attacks on critical infrastructure recently?

• New hacking tools

• Increased internet usage

• Economic sanctions against Russia

• Technological advancements

What is a key characteristic of hacktivist groups that affects cyber attack attribution?

• They only target financial institutions

• They are loosely coordinated

• They have a strict hierarchy

• They operate only in the dark web

How do hacktivist groups provide plausible deniability for governments?

• By being loosely coordinated

• By targeting only non-governmental organizations

• By having a clear chain of command

• By using encrypted communication

What is a potential motivation for cyber criminal groups to increase attacks during economic sanctions?

• To improve cybersecurity measures

• To gain international recognition

• To support technological innovation

• To generate more revenue

Which country has been known to use cyber attacks to circumvent economic sanctions?

• South Korea

• China

• North Korea

• Japan

What is the purpose of the US government's 'Shields Up' effort?

• To increase internet speed

• To develop new software

• To provide resources for cybersecurity defense

• To promote internet freedom

What type of malware is Triton, and what is its target?

• Malware targeting industrial controllers

• Ransomware targeting personal computers

• Spyware targeting mobile devices

• Adware targeting web browsers

What is a key recommendation for organizations to protect their operational technology networks?

• Integrate them with IT networks

• Use outdated software

• Separate them from IT networks

• Ignore cybersecurity threats

Which US government agency is involved in providing cybersecurity resources?

• Department of Transportation

• Department of Education

• Department of Energy

• Department of Agriculture

What is the role of SCADA systems in industrial settings?

• To enhance social media engagement

• To develop new industrial products

• To manage financial transactions

• To monitor industrial control systems