Anonymous Says It Hacked Bank of Russia, Monetary Authority Denies Claim

Anonymous has attacked the Central Bank of Russia (CBR), according to a post on social media. The hacking group, which vowed to hit Russian government websites after Moscow launched its military assault on Ukraine, now says it’s also targeting foreign companies still operating in Russia.

Anonymous Threatens to Release Thousands of Bank of Russia Files

A twitter account associated with Anonymous announced on Thursday that the collective has hacked the Central Bank of Russia (CBR). “More than 35.000 files will be released within 48 hours with secret agreements,” Anonymous TV said without providing further details.

JUST IN: The #Anonymous collective has hacked the Central Bank of Russia. More than 35.000 files will be released within 48 hours with secret agreements. #OpRussia pic.twitter.com/lop140ytcp

— Anonymous TV