Infotel JSC

Infotel JSC is a telecommunications company headquartered in Russia. The firm provides network and connectivity services that link the Russian Central Bank with various financial institutions. Its telecommunications infrastructure supports the transmission of data required for interbank operations and online payment processing. The company’s services are integral to the functioning of the Russian financial sector’s communication channels. Infotel JSC operates as a service provider within the broader Russian telecom market. Its core offering revolves around maintaining reliable communication links for critical financial workflows.

On June 8, 2023, the Ukrainian hacktivist group Cyber.Anarchy.Squad launched a cyberattack against Infotel JSC. The attack damaged the company’s network equipment, causing a major outage that severed connectivity between the Central Bank and numerous financial institutions. As a result of the disruption, online payment services were halted across the affected institutions. The hacking group claimed to have destroyed Infotel JSC’s infrastructure entirely and released screenshots as evidence of their access. Infotel JSC confirmed the incident publicly and acknowledged that it was engaged in restoration efforts. The restoration process extended over a considerable period as the company worked to rebuild its network capabilities.