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Velvet Tempest  (Back to overview)

aka: DEV-0504

Velvet Tempest is a threat actor associated with the BlackCat ransomware group. They have been observed deploying multiple ransomware payloads, including BlackCat, and have targeted various industries such as energy, fashion, tobacco, IT, and manufacturing. Velvet Tempest relies on access brokers to gain network access and utilizes tools like Cobalt Strike Beacons and PsExec for lateral movement and payload staging. They exfiltrate stolen data using a tool called StealBit and frequently disable unprotected antivirus products.


Associated Families

There are currently no families associated with this actor.


References
2022-06-13MicrosoftMicrosoft Threat Intelligence
The many lives of BlackCat ransomware
BlackCat Velvet Tempest

Credits: MISP Project