APT24

APT24 is an advanced persistent threat (APT) group that has been active since at least 2015 and targets government agencies, military organizations, defense contractors, telecommunications companies, and other high-profile entities in the United States, Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Australia. The group is known for its sophisticated tactics, including spear phishing emails, malware drops, and social engineering techniques to gain access to sensitive information. APT24 has been linked to several high-profile cyber attacks, such as the 2017 WannaCry ransomware attack that affected over 300,000 computers worldwide. The group is also believed to have ties with other state-sponsored hacking groups and may be responsible for targeted espionage operations against foreign governments and organizations.

Techniques, tactics and practices:

APT24 is a highly sophisticated threat group that employs various techniques to gain access to sensitive information. Some of their common tactics include spear phishing emails, malware drops, and social engineering attacks such as pretexting or baiting. They also use advanced persistent threats (APTs) to infiltrate networks undetected for extended periods of time. APT24 is known to have a high level of technical expertise and uses custom-made malware that can evade detection by traditional security measures such as antivirus software. They also employ stealth techniques, such as using encrypted communication channels or compromising legitimate websites to distribute their tools without raising suspicion. Additionally, APT24 is known for its ability to conduct targeted attacks against specific individuals or organizations and may use multiple layers of deception to avoid detection by security teams.