# Who is targeting scientific research organisations?

> Public reporting links 1 threat group to attacks on scientific research organisations, part of the education and research industry, namely APT-C-12. This page shows where it is thought to operate from, so you can see who might come after a business like yours.

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## At a glance

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Threat groups linked | 1 |
| Related sectors with groups | 2 |
| Suspected state backing | 0 of 1 |
| Countries of origin | 0 |
| Part of | Education and research |

## Which groups target scientific research organisations?

| Group | Thought to operate from | Suspected state backing | Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| APT-C-12 | Not known | No | https://www.precursorintelligence.com/threat-actors/apt-c-12 |

## Other sectors in education and research

- [Higher education](https://www.precursorintelligence.com/sub-industries/higher-education): 14 groups (also called education)
- [Universities](https://www.precursorintelligence.com/sub-industries/universities): 2 groups

## Frequently asked questions

### Which threat groups target scientific research organisations?

Public reporting links 1 threat group to attacks on scientific research organisations: APT-C-12.

### Which industry is scientific research part of?

Scientific research sits within education and research. The industry page lists every group linked to the wider sector.

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