U.S., Canada And U.K. Says Russia Tried Stealing COVID-19 Research

U.S., Canada And U.K. Says Russia Tried Stealing COVID-19 Research

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The US, UK, and Canada have accused Russian cyber actors, specifically APT 29, of targeting organizations involved in coronavirus vaccine development. These attacks are believed to be attempts to steal research rather than disrupt it. APT 29, also known as Cozy Bear, is linked to Russian intelligence and previously interfered in the 2016 US election. The UK has vowed to counter such cyberattacks. Russia denies involvement, claiming the accusations aim to damage its medical research reputation.

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What did the US, UK, and Canada accuse Russian cyber actors of targeting?

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What was the primary goal of the ongoing cyberattacks according to officials?

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What is the name of the group believed to be involved in the cyberattacks?

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What did British Foreign Minister Dominic Raab say about the UK's response to cyberattacks?

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How did Kremlin officials respond to the accusations of cyberattacks?

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