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Ukrainian Intel Paralyzes Top Russian UAV Supplier in Major Cyber Operation
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Cyber specialists from Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (HUR) have conducted a large-scale cyberattack on one of Russia’s primary drone manufacturers, significantly disrupting the company’s operations and securing critical technical data, according to hromadske sources in Ukrainian intelligence.
The operation targeted the IT infrastructure of Gaskar Integration, a major supplier of unmanned aerial vehicles to the Russian military.
The attack, reportedly conducted in coordination with the Ukrainian Cyber Alliance and the BO Team group, paralyzed the company’s servers, internal systems, and research facilities.
As a result, HUR gained access to more than 47 terabytes of technical data related to Russian drone production.
This included confidential employee records and comprehensive documentation on UAV development, which has since been transferred to Ukraine’s Defense Forces for analysis and use.
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In addition to extracting sensitive information, Ukrainian cyber units reportedly deleted all data stored on the company’s servers, including 10 terabytes of backup files.
The network disruption rendered the company’s internet, accounting software, and production systems non-functional, halting operations at its development center.
Sources indicate that the cyberattack also triggered physical disruptions at the manufacturing facility. All electronic access systems were locked, forcing employees to exit through emergency fire routes.
Gaskar Integration has been previously identified as a key contractor in supplying drones to the Russian military, playing a notable role in Moscow’s ongoing war effort.
Earlier, on July 15, Ukraine shot down a Russian Shahed-136 drone marked with the serial number “Ы30000,” indicating it was the 30,000th unit produced—reportedly at the Alabuga facility in Tatarstan.
According to Defense Express, the drone featured advanced navigation components and reflects a surge in production, with over 18,000 units manufactured in 2025 alone. Despite this acceleration, analysts warn that component shortages may soon limit output.
