So, if this group of (supposedly) pro-Palestinian hackers is behind many of these DDoS attacks, why would they target the Internet Archive? And how did they gain access to military-grade technology?
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SN_BLACKMETA Launched Record-Breaking Six-Day DDoS Attack
By Alex Lekander | cyberinsider
July 24, 2024

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Attribution to SN_BLACKMETA

The attack was publicly announced by SN_BLACKMETA on its Telegram channel days prior to its execution. This group, with potential ties to Sudan and operating possibly from Russia, has a history of targeting entities seen as adversaries to the Palestinian cause. SN_BLACKMETA has utilized the InfraShutdown premium DDoS-for-hire service, which boasts military-grade privacy and nation-state level disruption capabilities.

SN_BLACKMETA emerged on the cyber warfare scene on November 14, 2023, with an ideological stance supporting the Palestinian cause. The group quickly escalated its activities, targeting infrastructures across Israel, Canada, Saudi Arabia, and beyond. Key attacks included those on the International Airport of Azrael and the Saudi Ministry of Defense.

In early 2024, SN_BLACKMETA expanded its operations to include targets in France, UAE, and significant Western entities such as Microsoft and the Internet Archive. The group is led by the figure known as “Great Leader DarkMeta,” who uses social media to publicize and validate their attacks, thereby boosting the group's visibility and support.