This threat actor targets governments, diplomatic missions, private companies in the energy sector, and academics for espionage purposes. The Mask is ...

Threat Actor Profile

Careto

State-sponsored threat group originating from ES. Suspected sponsor: Spain. Known to target Government, Private sector.

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Actor Overview

Origin Country
ES
Suspected Sponsor
Spain
Incident Types
Espionage

Target Industries

GovernmentPrivate sector

Suspected Victims

MoroccoFranceLibyaVenezuelaPolandBrazilSpainUnited StatesSouth AfricaTunisiaUnited KingdomSwitzerlandIranGermany

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Actor Details

Primary Name
Careto
Known Aliases
The Mask, Mask, Ugly Face
Data Source
Precursor Intelligence
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