Pro-Russian Hackers Launch DDoS Attacks on Japan

Pro-Russian hackers target Japan with DDoS attacks amid military tensions. Following Japan’s recent military collaboration with the United States, pro-Russian hacktivist groups have launched a series of coordinated Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks against Japanese organizations. These attacks, which began in mid-October 2024, have primarily targeted critical sectors such as logistics, manufacturing, and political entities, including the ruling party of Japan’s new prime minister. The cyber assaults were reportedly in response to Japan’s increased defense budget and its development of pre-emptive strike capabilities. While the attacks have caused disruptions, cybersecurity experts note that they have not significantly changed the overall threat landscape in Japan.