07 December 2023

Cyberattacks on SATCOM networks attributed to Russian threat actors

CISA and the FBI are sharing information about the US attribution of cyberattacks on SATCOM networks that targeted Ukraine but spilled over into other European countries. On March 17, 2022, the Cybersecurity Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published an alert in conjunction with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) which warned of possible threats to US and international satellite communication (SATCOM) networks. Along with that alert came a report that provided mitigation strategies for SATCOM providers and their customers. CISA has exchanged technical information on cybersecurity threats related to Russia’s further invasion of Ukraine with key partners, including Ukraine. Mitigation guidanceOn March 17, 2022 CISA issued an alert providing technical details and mitigation guidance on possible threats to US and international SATCOM networks.