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Massive Worldwide Snooping network exposed
Russia	Created: 15 Jan 2013
It might have taken five years to discover, but a government-snooping spying campaign dubbed Red October has been exposed by Kaspersky Lab. Kaspersky Lab has discovered yet another worldwide spying campaign that targets governmental bodies, political groups and research institutions. On par with the memorable Flame malware, Kaspersky and a number of Cyber Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) discovered the malware -- known as Rocra or Red October -- which mostly targets institutions based in Eastern Europe, former USSR members and countries in Central Asia. Kaspersky says that Red October has been gathering data and intelligence from "mobile devices, computer systems and network equipment" and is currently still active. Data is gathered and sent to multiple command-and-control servers which the security firm says rivals the complex nature of Flame. The malware is sent via a spear-phishing email which, according to the firm, targets carefully-selected victims with an organization. Containing at least three different exploits in Microsoft Excel and Word, the infected files, once downloaded, drops a trojan on to the machine which then scans the local network to detect if any other devices are vulnerable to the same security flaw. By dropping modules that can complete a number of "tasks," usually as .dll libraries, an infected machine obeys commands sent by the command center and then immediately discards the evidence. Separated in to "persistent" and "one-time" tasks, the malware is able to spy and steal in a number of ways, including: - Waiting for a Microsoft Office or PDF document and executing a malicious payload embedded in that document; - Creating one-way covert channels of communication, - Recording keystrokes, making screenshots, - Retrieve e-mail messages and attachments; - Collect general software and hardware environment information, - Extracting browsing history from Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, Opera, and saving passwords, - Extracting Windows account hashes; - Extract Outlook account information, - Performing network scans, dump configuration data from Cisco devices if available. Some .exe tasks remain on the system while waiting for the correct environment, for example, waiting for a phone to connect. Microsoft's Windows Phone, the iPhone and Nokia models are all said to be vulnerable. Designed to steal encrypted files and even those that have been deleted from a victim's computer, the malware -- named as a hat-tip to the novel "The Hunt for Red October" -- has several key features which suggests it may be state-sponsored, although there is no official word on this yet. Among the features, there is a "resurrection module" within the malware which keeps the infection hidden, disguised as a plugin for a program such as Microsoft Office, which can then reincarnate the infection after removal. In addition, Red October does not simply focus on standard machines, but is also able to infect and steal data from mobile devices, hijacking information from external storage drives, accessing FTP servers and thieving information from email databases. In order to control the network of infection, Kaspersky says that over 60 domain names and several different servers, hosted in various countries, are employed. In order to keep the main command center secret, the C&C infrastructure works as a huge network of proxies. Kaspersky believes that the cyberattackers have been active for a minimum of five years, based on domain name registration dates and PE timestamps, and the firm "strongly believes" that the origins of the malware are Russian. This high-profile network may suggest that state sponsorship could be involved. As Kaspersky Labs notes: The information stolen by the attackers is obviously of the highest level and includes geopolitical data which can be used by nation states. Such information could be traded in the underground and sold to the highest bidder, which can be of course, anywhere. Any information harvested, including stolen credentials or confidential data, is stored for later use. For example, if an attacker needs to guess a password in another location, it is possible that harvested data could provide clues -- creating an espionage network full of intelligence that hackers can refer to in need. After at least five years of activity, the Russian security firm believes that at least 5 terabytes of confidential information could have been stolen. "During the past five years, the attackers collected information from hundreds of high profile victims although it's unknown how the information was used. It is possible that the information was sold on the black market, or used directly," Kaspersky said. The majority of infections are based in Russia, although Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, the U.S. and Italy have all reported cases. The exploits appear to have Chinese origins, whereas the malware modules may have a Russian background. Red October was first brought to Kaspersky's attention in October 2012 after a tip of of an anonymous source. A full report on the spying campaign is due to be published this week.
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Source: CNet News, Charlie Osborne, 14 Jan 2013

Professor Yury Grigoriev calls for order! and the world needs to listen
Russia	Created: 22 Aug 2012
The Russian National Committee on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection has agreed to provide a detailed report for the world containing clear information on the most important Russian research results in RF/EMF radiation over the past 50 years. RF/EMF researchers and environmental activists, Eileen O’Connor, Director for the UK Radiation Research Trust charity and Sissel Halmøy, Chairman for the International EMF Alliance and Secretary General for the Citizens´ Radiation Protection in Norway recently returned from a trip to meet with top scientists at the Russian Federation. Halmøy said: “According to the RNCNIRP, the following health hazards are likely to be faced by children who use mobile phones in the near future: disruption of memory, decline of attention, diminishing learning and cognitive abilities, increased irritability, sleep problems, increase in sensitivity to the stress, increased epileptic readiness. Action must be taken immediately to adopt biologically based guidelines to protect children.” Current standards are based more on engineering needs than biological studies. O’Connor said “The Russian report is a gift to the world. The UK Radiation Research Trust will present the report in the Autumn to the Rt Hon Iain Duncan Smith MP and will be forwarded to the UK Chief Medical Officer, Professor Dame Sally Davies.” She added “Russian scientists are advanced in their knowledge on RF/EMF radiation and have extended the hand of friendship and are willing to share their expertise and knowledge. I hope decision makers from the western world accept this great honour and work together.” Russian research offers crucial and important aspects of developmental relevance that conveys a sense of urgency for the global RF/EMF framework. Without it, national governments may not be able to ensure the health of future generations are protected, especially that of our children. Russian warnings exists urging pregnant women to avoid using mobile phones entirely along with children under eighteen. Likewise, Germany, India, the United Kingdom, Israel, Finland, Belgium and Toronto, Canada, have issued health warnings for children to not use mobile phones, or for emergency use only. Unfortunately, most children, parents, doctors and teachers are not aware of this important information. Furthermore, in May 2011 the World Health Organisation and IARC issued a classification stating that radio frequency - electromagnetic fields are possibly carcinogenic to humans (group 2B). This warning is issued not only for mobile phones and phone masts, but for Wi-Fi, smart meters, wireless computers and all applications of technology on the RF/EMF Spectrum (radio-frequency radiation to electromagnetic radiation.) Chairman of Russian National Committee on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection, member of International Advisory Committee of WHO "EMF and Health" Professor Yury Grigoriev said: “The brain is a critical organ. Vital brain structures are under EMF exposure daily when using a mobile phone. The brain is made up of permanent complex biophysical processes and vital functions. We need to take care with mobile phones and use distance and reduce time. Children should use mobile phones for emergencies only and also use hands free.” Deputy Chairman, Russian National Committee on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection, Professor Oleg Grigoriev said: “We need correct control and assessment of electromagnetic pollution. There are currently a lot of new frequencies containing modulation and no one knows the results which could be a serious problem.” Russian scientists are also warning countries throughout the world including ministries of health and other organizations, responsible for the population safety (including children), to pay attention to the regulation of mobile phones and Wi-Fi use in kindergardens and are recommending the usage of wired networks in schools and educational institutions, rather than a network using wireless broadband systems, including Wi-Fi. The Russians stand by their solid research which has consistently shown that prolonged exposure to RF/EMF radiation disturbs cognitive function. For protection from RF/EMF non-ionizing radiation, many countries have adopted a set of guidelines provided by private group of industry-friendly scientists known as ICNIRP. The ICNIRP guidelines are for short-term, acute thermal RF/EMF exposure. The current ICNIRP, IEEE standards are based on the preconceived and out dated view of government authorities that the only possible established biological effect of RF/EMF exposure is tissue heating. The Russian standards are supported by science as a result of extensive research and take into account the dangers of non-thermal exposure. The standards are also backed by the Russian Ministry of Health and are a small fraction of what is allowed by ICNIRP and the IEEE which is currently adopted in many counties. Research clearly underlines the need for action on mobile phones and wireless technology. We need to launch global government backed hard-hitting advertising campaign especially for children, and large health warnings should be clearly visible on all RF/EMF emitting equipment. Mass media campaigns can also create awareness. O’Connor said: “I am grateful to the Rt Hon Iain Duncan Smith for offering to submit the Russian report to the UK Chief Medical Officer and hope that Government and health agencies worldwide listen to concerns raised by Russian and independent scientists and urgently adopt health based RF/EMF standards to protect human health. We need to provide as swift solution to this problem as soon as possible. We simply cannot afford to wait.” Russian scientists recognise the value of non-Government groups in discussion and research. Deputy Chairman, Russian National Committee on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection, Professor Oleg Grigoriev said: “We need to include non-Government groups in discussion and research. Non-Government groups play an equal importance to Government and the scientific community. NGO’s are a new power and are representing people with electrosensitivity (ES) and should be an equal player.” He added that “If the decisions are not made together with the NGOs, then decisions may have no value.” The UK Radiation Research Trust, Citizens´ Radiation Protection in Norway and International EMF Alliance are calling for the Governments to engage with NGO’s and Independent (non-telecommunications funded) scientists. It’s time for action! Professor Oleg Grigoriev, Head of Department of Non-Ionizing Radiation, Federal Medical Biophysical Center of Federal Medical Biological Agency of Russia Deputy Chairman, Russian National Committee on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection Director, Center for Electromagnetic Safety Professor Yury Grigoriev, Chairman of Russian National Committee on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection, a member of Int. Advisory Committee of WHO "EMF and Health" Sissel Halmøy, Secretary General for the Citizens´ Radiation Protection in Norway www.stralevern.org and founder and Chair of International EMF Alliance http://www.iemfa.org Eileen O’Connor, Founder and Board member for the International EMF Alliance and Director of UK EM Radiation Research Trust http://www.radiationresearch.org Contact: Eileen O’Connor Email: Eileen {-at-} radiationresearch.org
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Source: Radiation Research Trust, Eileen O’Connor, 22 Aug 2012

RussCNIRP strongly advises against WIFI in schools
Russia	Created: 28 Jun 2012
Recommendations of the Russian National Committee on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection of the necessity to regulate strictly the use of Wi-Fi in kindergartens and schools. June 19, 2012. Moscow, Russia. Mobile cellular communication is getting more popular among children of different ages. Children excel adult population in the mobile phone calls use. At the same time, there is a daily brain exposure of EMF RF. In addition, all children are constantly exposed of EMF RF from base stations. The problem of the children's health maintenance in the development of wireless communications was set up as priority by World Health Organization. Electromagnetic radiation from Wi-Fi creates an additional burden for the child brain, whose body is in a state of development and the formation of mental activity. During this period, children are most susceptible to adverse environmental factors (WHO, publication number 3, April 2003). It is necessary to note that the existing standards have been developed, without consideration of this additional exposure of EMF. RussCNIRP consider necessary: 1. Ministry of Health and other organizations, responsible for the population safety (including children), should pay attention to the regulation of Wi-Fi use in kindergartens and schools; to the strengthening of sanitary control of the Wi-Fi using and to the development of an appropriate regulatory framework. 2. To recommend the usage of wired networks in schools and educational institutions, rather than a network using wireless broadband systems, including Wi-Fi. Chairman of RussCNIRP, Professor Yury G. Grigoriev Tel./fax: (+7 499)-190-9660 E-mail: rcnirp {-at-} mail.ru Get the PDF via the source link below...
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Source: Russian National Committee on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection, Prof. Grigoriev, 19 Jun 2012

Psychophysiological Indicators for Child Users of Mobile Communication: Results of Four-year Monitoring
Russia	Created: 6 Nov 2011
This study submits the results of a four-year monitoring of a complex diagnostics of the psychophysiological indicators for 196 children aged 7 to 12 years old: 147 of them are child users of mobile communication (test group) and 49 are in the control group. We have identified the following major trends of the psychophysiological indicators for child users of mobile communication: an increased number of phonemic perception di­sorders, abatement of efficiency, reduced indicators for the arbitrary and semantic memory, an increased fa­tigue. A steady decline of the parameters from high values to bottom standards has been found. Radiation Biology. Radiation Ecology. 2011. Volume 51, No.5, p.617-623. N. I. Khorseva 1, Yu. G. Grigoriev 2, N. V. Gorbunova 1 1 Institution of the Russian Academy of Sciences N. M. Emanuel Institute of Biochemical Physics, Russian Academy of Sciences,Moscow, 119334 Russia; e-mail: sheridan1957@mail.ru 2 A.I. Burnazian Federal Medical Biophysical Center FMBA of Russia, Moscow
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Source: Electromagnetic Health, 04 Nov 2011

"I am in electro fire danger ... save me ..." (Source link in Russian)
Russia	Created: 9 Sep 2011
Beggars Opera "Lose a Life (a nano opera based on a true story)" (2010) To begin with a little help: electro - a term in the field of environmental health, indicating an increased dependence of man on the electromagnetic fields of different frequencies, ranging from static electricity, and ending with the microwave range. According to the World Health Organization on the planet has about 5% of the electro-sensitive individuals. This interest group is owned and leader Ricky Gardiner BO. In order to raise public awareness of such a rare, but important issue, the wife of Gardiner, singer and keyboardist Scott of Virginia has taken a very bold step - she created a mini-opera, which builds on the experience of observing the suffering of her husband. Thus, "Lose a Life" - the most personal album for both, "the sound of my biography of those years, which is marked by confrontation electro nightmare," as it deals with Ricky. By the way, the method of treatment used in the treatment of Gardiner, included a number of restrictions on the use of household appliances - from televisions, computers and CD-players to microwave ovens and mobile phones. So write the music for "Lose a Life" - a kind of heroism on the part of middle-aged actor, who was able to flood the plate with bright electric guitars parties. And now I come to the point. In comparison with the disc "Close to My Heart" (2007) present creation Beggars Opera is not only more coherent, but different in stylistic terms. Having taken the reins of the project management in the hands of Virginia has built a composite fabric of the program by the laws of classical opera. However, the Arranger of these things actually were not affected. Note the dramatic narrative sets the entry "Electrofire Invasion". 11.5 These largely instrumental in keeping minutes of flow solemn and gloomy keyboard orchestrations, sets off the smooth play of drummer Tom Gardiner and enhanced hail gusts of guitar Exercise Ricky. The apotheosis of space Rhapsody is a call for help: "I am in electro fire danger ... save me ..." Conditions gloomy introspection of their own inherited episode number 2 - "Electro Half Light", in whose palette converge line progressive trance opera and quite unexpected reasons Scottish jig. "Masts on My Roof" - a great opportunity to demonstrate the wonders of Mrs. Scott, vocal skill. To heighten the effect of choral refrains texture based on the application of plural voice. And all this ringing a crystal-tonal splendor harmoniously side by side with hard distortion grooves and space-synth textures saundskeypovymi. In the midtempo number "Cosmic Tango" expressive string riffs mastermind cardiac currents saturate every cell in the etude, while the percussion-note polyphonic setting for the final stage adds a healthy dose of pathos of history. Artistic peak of the concept can be considered the head of "Dr. Carlo" - a hypnotic prog-rock, made of highly original recipe. The denouement of the action - a wordless finale "Tango for the End of Time", formed by the stratagem of pseudo-symphonic passages with moderate doses of the arsenal of hard-rock, an unusual sketch, intended to awaken in the listener a great thirst for life. To sum up: quite strong and stylish release of unfading family tandem. I advise you to read. Author: Sergey "Sagael" Uvarov on Monday, August 15, 2011 Labels: Beggars Opera Source article in Russian!
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Source: Sylvie/Agnes Ingvarsdottir

RNCNIRP resolution on mobile phone use by children and teenagers
Russia	Created: 14 May 2011
The world-wide dissemination of mobile telecommunications has resulted in new sources of large-scale population exposure to radio-frequency (RF) electromagnetic fields (EMF) since 2000. At present, mobile phones dominate among the mobile communication services used by the population. By the end of 2010, there were 219.3 million mobile phone SIM cards registered in Russian network operators [1]. The mobile phone penetration rate (expressed as the number of SIM cards registered per 100 people) has reached to about 150% in Russia, and exceeded 200% in the Moscow Region. According to ROSSTAT (Federal State Statistics Service of Russian Federation), there were about 15 million children and teenagers (ages from 5 to 19) living in Russia at the end of 2010 [2]. They all are presumed to be a target group for marketing for telecommunication service providers, mobile phone vendors and others. Prevention childhood and juvenile diseases from exposure to EMF sources is of paramount social and economic importance. It is one of the bases for public health policy for the nation in the near and long-term future. This problem has been already recognized by the international community: in May 2011, the World Health Organization (WHO) will be organizing the Second International Conference: “Non-ionizing Radiation and Children’s Health” dedicated to health protection of children exposed to EMF sources of various frequency ranges. It is WHO’s opinion that a “child is more vulnerable to environmental factors” [3]. WHO considers that studies aimed at determining if there are risks to children’s health from exposure to EMF is a top priority. Read the resolution (PDF) at: http://iemfa.org/images/pdf/RNCNIRP_Resolution_2011.pdf
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Source: International EMF Alliance / RNCNIRP, 14 May 2011

Autoimmune Process after Long-Term Low-Level Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields,
Russia	Created: 28 Mar 2011
Autoimmune Process after Long-Term Low-Level Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields, Y.G. Grigoriev, O.A. Grigoriev, A.A.Ivanov, A.M. Lyaginskaya, A.V. Merkulov, V.S. Stepanov, N.B. Shagina Mobile Communications and Changes in Electromagnetic Conditions for the Population. Abstract—Mobile communications provides a new source of electromagnetic exposure for almost the whole population of Russia. For the first time in the history of civilization, the brain of mobile phone users is exposed to localized radiofrequency (RF) electromagnetic fields (EMF). Base stations are a factor in the exposure of the population. Existing standards for limiting exposure do not account for the role of base stations as a source of EMF and cannot guarantee the absence of adverse health effects. It has become necessary to obtain reliable information to expand databases for the development of new standards. As recommended by the World Health Organization, an additional experiment is performed under the supervision of foreign experts, which shows changes in autoimmune status in rats after long-term low-level RF EMF exposure with an incident power of 500 µW/cm2. To see the whole report follow the link: http://iemfa.org/index.php/publications/news Please distribute this link as widely as possible
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Source: Alex Ienfa/Agnes Ingvarsdottir

EMF OF MOBILE PHONES - CHILDREN BELONG TO A GROUP OF INCREASED RISK
Russia	Created: 22 Mar 2009
A SCIENTIFIC DATABASE FOR AN ESTIMATION OF DANGER IS LACKING - THE EXISTING STANDARDS DO NOT CORRESPOND TO NEW RF EMF RADIATING CONDITIONS. The opinion of Russian National Committee on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (RNCNIRP) March 4, 2009, Moscow, Russia During use of a mobile telephone a child’s head is exposed to EMF. The exposure concentrates in the brain and nervous receptors of acoustical and vestibular devices, which are located in internal ear direct under the RF EMF source. Also the retina and lens of an eye are exposed to EMF. Up till now the world scientific community has no scientific database that can be used to estimate the risk for children, connected with long exposure of daily RF EMF on a developing brain. The appropriate studies of children using mobile telephones and experimental research are absent. The size of an irradiated field in a brain of the child, and the common absorbed energy of EMF by a brain is more for a child, than for an adult user. For the first time in the period of civilization, children and teenagers were included as a group of risk. It is necessary to note that the foreign recommended standards are much higher than the Russian standards. RNCNIRP repeatedly paid attention that health of the present generation of children and future generations is under the danger (11.09.2001, 23.06.2004, 20.03.2008). The Russian SanPiN - 2003 (2.1.8/2.2.4.1190-03, the item 6.9) recommends restriction of the opportunity to use mobile telephones by the persons who have not reached 18 years. The WHO gives highest priority to the protection of the health of children against probable adverse effect of an electromagnetic field of cellular telephones. Important for an estimation of the seriousness of the problem is the following WHO opinion: "CHILDREN ARE DIFFERENT FROM ADULTS. Children have a unique vulnerability. As they grow and develop, there are "windows of susceptibility": periods when their organs and systems maybe particularly sensitive to the effect of certain environmental threats". WHO, Backgrounder N 3, 2003. Therefore it is necessary to start an active information and explanation trajectory among parents, teenagers and children, to forbid aggressive advertising designed for this marketing group of the population, and to introduce a precautionary principle more widely. We call the scientific community of the world not be limited by the numerous discussions about importance of a problem "Mobile telephone and children", and to begin a real study on the risks for children as users of mobile telephones, and also to begin experimental research on the effects of chronic low intensity RF EMF exposure on a developing brain. Chairman of RNCNIRP, professor Yu. Grigoryev.
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Source: RCNIRP, Prof. Yuri Grigoryev, 04 Mar 2009

Cell phone use linked to brain tumors - Russian scientist
Russia	Created: 5 Feb 2009
MOSCOW, February 5 (RIA Novosti) - A leading Russian scientist said on Thursday, citing a Swedish study, that the use of cell phones from an early age could lead to brain tumors. "We have a very cautious attitude as regards children, our future generation. There is data suggesting that brain tumors could develop," Yury Grigoryev, a leading scientist at the Burnazyan medical biophysical center, told a RIA Novosti press conference. Grigoryev cited Swedish research data, which he said showed that if a child uses a cell phone from 8 to 12, then the risk of developing a brain tumor by the age of 21 increases fivefold. He also said that every person in Russia is subject to electromagnetic radiation from cellular base stations. He said people use mobile phones too often, which means the dose of radiation they get is comparable to that received by workers whose profession involves dealing with radiolocation equipment and transmitters. Grigoryev said there is as yet no reliable Russian research proving cell phones are harmful to health. However, he said that according to the World Health Organization, Alzheimer's disease, depression and a greater risk of epileptic reactions could be the possible consequences of mobile phone usage. The head of the medical center's radiobiology and non-ionizing radiation hygiene lab, Oleg Grigoryev, said in turn that in line with Russian sanitary norms, the use of cell phones is not recommended for minors. "The brand or price of a cell phone doesn't matter. The dose of radiation is defined by the network operation mode and phone use intensity," he said. Oleg Grigoryev also said that a wire or wireless headset would make the distance from a person's head to the phone over 0.5 meters, a distance believed to be safe. He also advised cutting down on calls.
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Source: RIAN, 05 Feb 2009

Llamada oficia en Rusia:
Russia	Created: 29 Oct 2008
Mensaje a todos los ciudadanos europeos que colaboran con Muy señores nuestros: Toda la prensa europea del Oeste ignora la llamada de la Comisión rusa para la protección contra las radiaciones RNCNIRP. Niños y teléfonos móviles: La sanidad de la generación siguiente esta en peligro. La RNCNIRP es una comisión de la academia de las ciencias médicas muy qualificada en Rusia. Por favor, ayúdenos a distribuir por e-mail este documento para la protección de nuestros niños. Esta llamada se basa en los resultados de investigadores, que se pueden encontrar a la pagina personal www.kinder-und-mobilfunk.de
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Source: Susana Aguado Soriano

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