CYFIRMA’s Research team is closely monitoring an evolving cyber conflict between independent hacktivist groups in Asia and the middle east. This isn't state backed, but it's impacting small businesses.
 
A surge in cyber-attacks from Islamic countries like Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Malaysia, initially sparked by perceived injustices against Muslims in India, has taken an unexpected turn. Indian hackers have also retaliated, resulting in unintended harm to businesses in both regions.
 
The Russia-Ukraine conflict birthed cyber hacktivist groups on both sides, resorting to aggressive tactics like DDOS attacks and defacements to convey their messages. This trend is spreading, with political, religious, and protest-driven motives. Smaller conflicts are now cropping up globally, impacting unsuspecting businesses. Most affected are small businesses unrelated to the religious disputes.

Link to the Research Report: Mini Cyber-Conflict Leaving Impact on Small Businesses and Governments Sector - CYFIRMA

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