Google Chrome and Firefox have become a target of the attack by Russian hackers. Hackers have created a code that allows them to track and eavesdrop on the encrypted traffic.

Hackers are able to take control of the browser by spoofing security certificates. The code authenticates the activities of the protocol ensuring confidentiality during data transfer, the so-called TLS - Transport Layer Security. The TLS protocol ensures confidentiality and integrity of data transmission, and also provides server authentication.

According to Kaspersky, the hackers come from the well-known Turla group and have targeted Internet users from Russia and Belarus. However, cyberminals’ motives are yet to be known. It is speculated that the Turla group is associated with the Russian government, and is acting under its protection.

The possibility of an attack on Polish Internet users is rather negligible, however, it should be borne in mind to download software from legitimate sources and have a proven antivirus software.