The H1 2022 Global Threat Analysis Report highlights how the Russia‑Ukraine conflict significantly influenced cyber activity, marking a turning point in modern cyber warfare. The war led to a surge in patriotic hacktivism, with both pro‑Ukrainian and pro‑Russian groups launching coordinated cyber campaigns. These groups, supported by online influencers and global participants, carried out attacks such as data theft, leaks, defacements, and denial-of-service operations to disrupt and create instability. Both experienced threat actors and new participants became involved, acting as proxies in a broader geopolitical conflict. This period demonstrated how cyberattacks became a central tool in warfare, increasing global risk and emphasizing the need for stronger cybersecurity defenses.

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