Summary
October saw 168 events and a $195 million impact. Defense, Telecom, and Election infrastructure were squarely in the crosshairs of Sandworm and Volt Typhoon.
Correlated Data
Cyclical patterns are undeniable. Russian actors pivoted heavily toward disinformation and election infrastructure ahead of global voting, while Chinese actors resumed deep prepositioning in telecommunications.
Patterns & Trends
Compared to the criminal disruptions of September, October signals a return to pure, hard-nosed statecraft. Looking back to October 2025, the adversaries have refined their stealth, but their strategic goals remain identical.
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