Hackers Attack Russian Companies Through Hacked Elevator Systems

08.07.2024 09:09

Hackers from the Eastern European group Lifting Zmiy attacked Russian companies through a vulnerability in the elevator control system.

The loophole was discovered in servers located on controllers used in automated elevator control and dispatch systems.

Experts recommended that all users of this equipment take additional measures to protect themselves from hacker attacks, writes RBC .

Attackers carry out attacks on Russian companies through servers that control elevators in building entrances.

Hackers have broken into controllers to gain access to data from public sector companies.

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They also targeted firms operating in the internet and telecommunications sectors.

The attackers used the infrastructure of Elon Musk's SpaceX provider Starlink to carry out the attacks.

Experts are calling on organizations with such equipment to step up their security measures against hackers.

Previously, hackers stole secret data on the development of OpenAl technologies .

Author: Elena Gutyro Editor of Internet resources