Internet Data Protection Issues Recognized by the Federation Council
In the year 2025, Russian information infrastructure and personal data have witnessed a significant increase in cyberattacks, largely driven by hacktivist groups and geopolitical conflicts related to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
A major cyberattack on the Russian national airline Aeroflot in late July 2025 by pro-Ukrainian and Belarusian hacktivist groups caused the cancellation of over 100 domestic and international flights. The incident, which disrupted the IT systems of Aeroflot, was claimed by hacker groups "Cyberpartisans BY" and Silent Crow, who managed to disable approximately seven thousand servers and gain access to personal data of the airline's clients.
The cyberattack on Aeroflot followed a series of recent attacks on key Russian companies. Pro-Russian ideologically motivated groups such as NoName057(16) have conducted hundreds of DDoS attacks against NATO countries and companies supporting Ukraine since 2022. Conversely, pro-Ukrainian groups like Silent Crow have increasingly targeted Russian corporate and government networks.
The Russian information infrastructure remains a vulnerable battlefield, with hacktivists exploiting industrial control systems, corporate networks, and communication infrastructures. This dynamic reflects a broader trend of hybrid warfare where cyberattacks disrupt critical services and create political pressure.
Regarding legislative initiatives, while there is extensive information on international responses and policy adaptations in countries like the US and Australia to protect critical infrastructure following attacks, no explicit recent Russian legislative measures regarding cyberattack responses or personal data protection are detailed in the sources reviewed. Russian government initiatives may exist but were not featured prominently or are less public amid ongoing cyber conflict.
However, Andrei Klishas, head of the Constitutional Legislation Committee of the Federation Council, has emphasized that measures to protect information infrastructure and personal data of Russians have proven insufficient. The Federation Council has issued recommendations for citizens on protecting internet accounts, including the use of complex passwords and two-factor authentication. Lawmakers have also emphasized that strengthening cybersecurity measures remains one of the top priorities in the face of growing digital threats.
In conclusion, cyberattacks on Russian critical and corporate infrastructure and personal data have intensified in 2025, largely as part of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and hybrid warfare, with significant disruption to key Russian companies. While international allies advance legislation and standards to counter such threats, public information on recent Russian legislative responses is limited. Stay informed about the events by subscribing to our site or joining our Telegram channel.
- The escalating cyberattacks on Russian critical and corporate infrastructure, as depicted in the Aeroflot incident, are troubling indicators of the intersection between politics, technology, and cybersecurity.
- In response to the increasing cyber threats, Russian lawmakers, such as Andrei Klishas, have prioritized strengthening cybersecurity measures and finding ways to protect the personal data of citizens, emphasizing the need for heightened general-news awareness and proactive individual precautions.
