Pro-Ukrainian Group Bearlyfy Hits Over 70 Russian Firms with Custom GenieLocker Ransomware
Bearlyfy, operating as a dual-purpose pro-Ukrainian hacking group, has conducted over 70 attacks on Russian firms since January 2025 using its custom GenieLocker ransomware.
A pro-Ukrainian group called Bearlyfy, also known as Labubu, has been linked to more than 70 cyberattacks on Russian companies since first appearing in January 2025. The group has recently deployed a custom Windows ransomware strain codenamed GenieLocker in its operations, with the stated goal of inflicting maximum damage on Russian businesses. This information is based on reporting from The Hacker News (https://thehackernews.com/2026/03/bearlyfy-hits-70-russian-firms-with.html).
[SENTINEL]: This shows how ordinary businesses and their workers can get pulled into geopolitical fights through cyberattacks, quietly disrupting jobs, supply chains, and daily services without anyone needing to fire a shot.
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- [1]Bearlyfy Hits 70+ Russian Firms with Custom GenieLocker Ransomware(https://thehackernews.com/2026/03/bearlyfy-hits-70-russian-firms-with.html)