Iran-Linked MuddyWater Poses as Ransomware Gang to Mask Cyber Espionage
An NCC Group report warns state-backed hackers are attempting to hide activity by posing as ransomware groups and deploying commercially available malware
Iranian MOIS-linked group targeting telecommunications, government, and defense sectors across the Middle East, Europe, and North America.
Also known as: muddywater, muddy water, mango sandstorm, mercury, static kitten, seedworm, temp.zagros
An NCC Group report warns state-backed hackers are attempting to hide activity by posing as ransomware groups and deploying commercially available malware