Also known as: G0063
BlackOasis is a Middle Eastern threat group that is believed to be a customer of Gamma Group. The group has shown interest in prominent figures in the United Nations, as well as opposition bloggers, activists, regional news correspondents, and think tanks. (Citation: Securelist BlackOasis Oct 2017) (Citation: Securelist APT Trends Q2 2017) A group known by Microsoft as NEODYMIUM is reportedly associated closely with BlackOasis operations, but evidence that the group names are aliases has not been identified. (Citation: CyberScoop BlackOasis Oct 2017)
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Executive Summary
BlackOasis is a Middle Eastern threat group linked to Gamma Group, targeting NGOs, media organizations, and prominent figures for espionage. Their operations focus on data collection and influence activities, particularly in regions with high political tensions.
Goals & Targeting
BlackOasis aims for espionage, targeting sectors like NGOs and media in countries such as Russia, UK, Iran, and Saudi Arabia. The targeting of politically active individuals suggests a desire to influence regional dynamics by gathering sensitive information.
Enhanced Description
BlackOasis operates primarily in the Middle East, targeting NGOs, UN officials, activists, bloggers, news correspondents, and think tanks. They are associated with Gamma Group, known for selling spyware, but no confirmed aliases exist between BlackOasis and Microsoft's NEODYMIUM group. Their activities involve espionage to gather intelligence on opposition groups.
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BlackOasis likely engages in long-term operations targeting sensitive regions, using APT tactics to infiltrate and exfiltrate data from targeted organizations.
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Confidence Assessment
Moderate confidence, as details on specific TTPs beyond Gamma Group links are limited.
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