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Code associated with Russia hacking found on Vermont utility computer
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Code linked to Russian hacking detected by utility firm
“Grizzly Steppe” code not connected to grid, says utility
Malware in only one laptop, says Homeland Security (Adds comment from source)
A code associated with a broad Russian hacking campaign dubbed Grizzly Steppe by the Obama administration has been detected on a laptop associated with a Vermont electric utility but not connected to the grid, the utility said on Friday.
“We took immediate action to isolate the laptop and alerted federal officials of this finding,” the Burlington Electric Department said in a statement. “Our …read more
Source: Daily News & Analysis
