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Ukrainian GUR Cyber Strike Disrupts Russia's SBP Payment System

"Breaking: Ukraine's GUR cyber strike disrupts Russia's SBP payment system, halting interbank transfers and services. Discover the implications of this escalating cyber conflict."

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Ukrainian GUR Cyber Strike Disrupts Russia's SBP Payment System
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Ukraine"s Main Directorate of Intelligence (GUR) conducted a significant cyber operation from September 24 to 25, targeting Russia"s national Faster Payments System (SBP) and the telecom provider TransTeleCom, according to sources cited by RBC-Ukraine.

The cyber attack reportedly disrupted interbank transfers and halted payments for goods and services across the affected networks, leading to widespread outages for users in Russia.

This incident follows a series of escalating cyber operations between Ukraine and Russia amid ongoing tensions. For further context on related developments, see recent developments regarding international relations.

The impact of this cyber strike on Russia"s financial and telecommunications infrastructure remains to be fully assessed.