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Russian network monitoring firm confirms cyberattack claimed by pro-Ukraine hackers

August 21, 2026 · The Record · Severity: MEDIUM

The statement came a day after a hacking group calling itself Black Spark claimed it had spent more than a month inside Microolap’s network and gained access to its internal systems, including EtherSensor, the company's network traffic analysis platform.

Key Takeaways

  • Pro-Ukraine hackers known as Black Spark breached a Russian network monitoring firm and remained undetected for over a month.
  • The targeted Russian company has confirmed the cyberattack and stated it is currently investigating the incident.
  • In response to the breach, the firm has implemented additional security measures to prevent future intrusions.
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