Ep 38: Dark Caracal
Darknet Diaries
Threats and Cyber Espionage in Kazakhstan
This chapter recounts the harrowing journey of Irina Petrushova, a journalist facing severe repercussions for exposing corruption in Kazakhstan's regime. It details the cyber threats she encountered, including sophisticated phishing attacks and malware, highlighting the precarious situation for journalists in oppressive environments. The chapter emphasizes the interplay between state-sponsored actions and private hacking firms, illustrating the lengths to which authorities will go to silence dissent and monitor opposition figures.
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