Sidewinder Cyber Threat Actor, also known as Razor Tiger, Rattlesnake, and T-APT-04, is a sophisticated, state-sponsored cyber-espionage group believed to originate from India. Active since at least 2012, it’s considered one of the oldest nation-state threat actors. While initially known for targeting military infrastructure in Pakistan, recent research reveals a broader range of targets across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. This article explores Sidewinder’s typical attack chain, the newly discovered StealerBot malware, and the group’s evolving tactics
Sidewinder Cyber Threat Actor, also known as Razor Tiger, Rattlesnake, and T-APT-04, is a sophisticated, state-sponsored cyber-espionage group believed to originate from India. Active since at least 2012, it’s considered one of the oldest nation-state threat actors. While initially known for targeting military infrastructure in Pakistan, recent research reveals a broader range of targets across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. This article explores Sidewinder’s typical attack chain, the newly discovered StealerBot malware, and the group’s evolving tactics