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UNC2465  (Back to overview)


UNC2465 is a threat actor known for deploying the SMOKEDHAM .NET backdoor and DARKSIDE ransomware, utilizing TTPs such as phishing, Trojanized software installers, and supply chain attacks. They have employed the NGROK utility to expose internal services and facilitate lateral movement within victim environments. UNC2465 has also leveraged tools like UltraVNC, Cobalt Strike BEACON, and conducted credential harvesting via LSASS memory dumping. Their operations have included extortion tactics through a leaks website over TOR, applying pressure on victims by releasing stolen data.


Associated Families

There are currently no families associated with this actor.


References
2022-06-29GoogleJared Wilson
Burrowing your way into VPNs, Proxies, and Tunnels
SMOKEDHAM UNC2465
2021-06-16MandiantJared Wilson, Jordan Nuce, Justin Moore, Mike Hunhoff, Nick Harbour, Robert Dean, Tyler McLellan
Smoking Out a DARKSIDE Affiliate’s Supply Chain Software Compromise
DarkSide Cobalt Strike DarkSide SMOKEDHAM UNC2465
2021-05-11MandiantAlyssa Rahman, Andrew Moore, Brendan McKeague, Jared Wilson, Jeremy Kennelly, Jordan Nuce, Kimberly Goody, Matt Williams
Shining a Light on DARKSIDE Ransomware Operations
DarkSide DarkSide UNC2465

Credits: MISP Project