Ukrainian Hacker Charged in Russian-Backed Attacks on US Water Systems and Meat Plants

Ukrainian hacker charged for cyberattacks on US infrastructure, targeting water and food systems. Facing 27 years in prison if convicted.

By Content Team

Dec 10, 2025

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The Justice Department charged Victoria Eduardovna Dubranova, 33, a Ukrainian national, with cyberattacks on critical US infrastructure as part of two Russian state-sponsored hacking groups. Working with CyberArmyofRussia_Reborn (CARR) and NoName057(16), she allegedly targeted water systems, food processing facilities, and government networks across the US and allied nations.

The attacks caused real damage: drinking water systems in several states spilled hundreds of thousands of gallons, and a November 2024 attack on a Los Angeles meat plant spoiled thousands of pounds of meat and triggered an ammonia leak evacuation.

Dubranova faces up to 27 years if convicted on all charges. The State Department is offering rewards up to $10 million for information on the groups.

Source: CyberScoop

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