{ "id": "5e9ad9cd-2a06-4edb-88ad-74bb25f15675", "created_at": "2026-04-06T00:08:56.624972Z", "updated_at": "2026-04-10T03:23:24.765174Z", "deleted_at": null, "sha1_hash": "139f9978d957b6870aa26b14eff2f36d6047249e", "title": "Dark Web Profile: SpaceBears", "llm_title": "", "authors": "", "file_creation_date": "0001-01-01T00:00:00Z", "file_modification_date": "0001-01-01T00:00:00Z", "file_size": 60278, "plain_text": "Dark Web Profile: SpaceBears\r\nPublished: 2024-06-20 · Archived: 2026-04-05 14:25:10 UTC\r\n1. Home\r\n2. Blog\r\n3. Dark Web\r\n4. Dark Web Profile: SpaceBears\r\nRecent history could be termed the Age of Ransomware in the realm of cybercrime. However, threat actors have\r\ndiscovered a way to profit without the need for malware development or sophisticated methods. SpaceBears is a\r\nnew participant in the Data Broker trend, which has gained momentum particularly due to major crackdowns on\r\nransomware groups by security forces.\r\nDepiction of SpaceBears, Image created with Bing AI\r\nWho is SpaceBears\r\nSpaceBears threat actor card\r\nIt’s been said amongst the cybersecurity community that the SpaceBears, a ransomware group believed to be\r\nbased in Moscow, Russia, has recently taken credit for several high-profile cyberattacks, demonstrating their\r\nadvanced tactics in the cyber threat landscape. However, we did not encounter any advanced techniques, traces or\r\nindicators of ransomware.\r\nMain page of SpaceBears’ Data Leak Site (DLS)\r\nWhen you enter the Data Leak Site (DLS), you see the following text: “This page contains a list of companies\r\nwhose clients and business partners entrusted them with their confidential data, but these companies leaked data.\r\nThe data may contain confidential information such as login credentials, intellectual property, personal and\r\nfinancial data, etc.”\r\nAs we discussed in another blog post, such groups follow an extortion strategy by reaching insurance companies\r\nand worrying the organization’s customers in order to earn income from the data they obtain.\r\nYou can visit our relevant blog post to learn the Modus Operandi of Data Broker groups.\r\nWhat to do section in the DLS\r\nThe group provides instructions for DLS visitors on what to do if they believe their data has been compromised.\r\nThey claim that upon receiving payment, the publication will be removed, the obtained data will be deleted from\r\ntheir servers, and a decryption tool will be provided for the alleged “encrypted” files. Additionally, they even\r\noffer guidance on how to prevent similar attacks in the future.\r\nhttps://socradar.io/dark-web-profile-spacebears/\r\nPage 1 of 4\n\nVictimology\r\nSpaceBears currently has 8 organizations listed in its DLS, most of which are medium/small sized organizations.\r\nWhen we look at the countries in which the organizations are located through their domain addresses, there are 2\r\nUS, Portugal, Canada, Germany, Norway, Morocco and Singapore each containing one victim.\r\nWhen looked at on a sectoral basis, we see Manufacturing, small technology solutions organizations and\r\na Healthcare-related company.\r\nLatest victim announcements from SpaceBears\r\nWhen we look at the sharing formats of a victim, in addition to company related information, the number of\r\nviews, publication date and the content of the leaked database are also written.\r\nLeaked data was being hosted on a file sharing service\r\nThey do not host allegedly leaked data on their own servers, but share it through file sharing services accessible\r\non the clear web; Of course, this results in the file being deleted in a short time.\r\nIn addition, this situation seems to be an indicator of insufficient technical capacities of the group, but even\r\ndangers that seem small for now can lead to big problems in the future. A leaked credential could lead to a bigger\r\nattack in the future.\r\nConclusion\r\nIn summary, this preliminary research on SpaceBears highlights their emergence in the Data Broker trend amidst\r\nthe ongoing crackdown on ransomware groups. While they claim responsibility for several cyberattacks and\r\noperate a Data Leak Site listing compromised organizations, the group’s methods and infrastructure suggest a\r\nreliance on basic extortion strategies rather than sophisticated malware tactics.\r\nTheir use of external file-sharing services for hosting leaked data indicates potential limitations in their technical\r\ncapabilities. However, even seemingly minor threats can escalate, underscoring the importance of continued\r\nvigilance and proactive cybersecurity measures. This report may be expanded in the future as new developments\r\nand incidents unfold.\r\nMitigation Strategy: Data Protection Focus\r\nGiven the tactics employed by SpaceBears and many other Data Broker groups, organizations must adopt a\r\nmitigation strategy centered around data protection. Here’s a comprehensive approach to mitigate the risks posed\r\nby SpaceBears and similar threat actors.\r\nData Classification and Encryption\r\nDevelop and enforce data classification policies: Identify and categorize sensitive information, such as\r\ncustomer data, financial records, and intellectual property.\r\nhttps://socradar.io/dark-web-profile-spacebears/\r\nPage 2 of 4\n\nEncrypt sensitive data: Use strong encryption algorithms to secure data both at rest and in transit,\r\npreventing unauthorized access and protecting against data theft.\r\nAccess Control and Principle of Least Privilege (PoLP)\r\nImplement stringent access controls: Restrict data access based on the principle of least privilege,\r\nensuring that employees only have access to data essential for their roles.\r\nRegularly review and update access permissions: Minimize the risk of insider threats and unauthorized\r\naccess to sensitive data.\r\nNetwork Segmentation and Monitoring\r\nSegment networks: Create isolated zones to limit the spread of potential breaches, reducing the impact of\r\na successful attack.\r\nDeploy robust network monitoring tools: Use Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Security\r\nInformation and Event Management (SIEM) solutions to detect and respond to suspicious activities\r\nindicative of data exfiltration attempts.\r\nEmployee Training and Awareness\r\nConduct regular cybersecurity training sessions: Educate employees about phishing attacks, social\r\nengineering tactics, and the importance of data protection.\r\nFoster a culture of security awareness: Encourage employees to report suspicious activities promptly and\r\nfollow best practices for data security.\r\nIncident Response Plan\r\nDevelop a comprehensive incident response plan: Tailor it specifically to address data breaches and\r\nextortion attempts by threat actors like SpaceBears.\r\nDefine clear protocols: Establish incident escalation procedures, communication methods, legal\r\nconsiderations, and coordination with law enforcement agencies.\r\nBackup and Recovery\r\nImplement a reliable backup and recovery strategy: Ensure data availability and continuity in the event\r\nof a ransomware attack or data breach.\r\nRegularly test backup systems: Verify their effectiveness in restoring critical data and minimizing\r\ndowntime.\r\nVendor and Third-Party Risk Management\r\nEvaluate the security posture of vendors and third-party partners: Ensure they adhere to strict security\r\nstandards and undergo regular security assessments.\r\nEstablish contractual agreements: Include security requirements and responsibilities to mitigate third-party risks effectively.\r\nhttps://socradar.io/dark-web-profile-spacebears/\r\nPage 3 of 4\n\nBy implementing these proactive measures, organizations can strengthen their defenses against data extortion\r\nthreats posed by groups like SpaceBears. Regular monitoring, testing, and refinement of these strategies are\r\nessential to adapt to evolving cyber threats and protect sensitive data effectively.\r\nSOCRadar: Enhancing Data Breach Detection and Mitigation\r\nSOCRadar presents an indispensable solution for detecting and addressing data leaks and credential compromises,\r\nbolstering your organization’s resilience against cyber threats. Through continuous monitoring of both surface\r\nand dark web sources, SOCRadar swiftly detects any exposure of sensitive information, including employee\r\nemails, customer login credentials, and financial data such as credit card numbers.\r\nKey Use Cases of SOCRadar in Data Breach Scenarios\r\nEarly Threat Detection: SOCRadar enables early detection of potential data breaches by actively\r\nscanning web sources for any signs of compromised data or unauthorized access attempts.\r\nReal-time Alerting: The platform provides real-time alerts and notifications for critical security incidents,\r\nallowing your security team to respond promptly and mitigate risks effectively.\r\nAn example of SOCRadar’s alerts\r\nThreat Intelligence: SOCRadar offers comprehensive threat intelligence, including contextual information\r\nabout threat actors, attack vectors, and potential impact, empowering your organization to make informed\r\ndecisions and prioritize response efforts.\r\nIntellectual Property Protection: SOCRadar safeguards your intellectual property by monitoring for\r\nunauthorized access or exposure, preventing data theft and preserving the integrity of your proprietary\r\ninformation.\r\nResource Optimization: Through intelligent prioritization of security incidents, SOCRadar helps your\r\nteam allocate resources efficiently, focusing on critical areas that require immediate attention and\r\nmitigation.\r\nSource: https://socradar.io/dark-web-profile-spacebears/\r\nhttps://socradar.io/dark-web-profile-spacebears/\r\nPage 4 of 4", "extraction_quality": 1, "language": "EN", "sources": [ "MISPGALAXY", "Malpedia" ], "references": [ "https://socradar.io/dark-web-profile-spacebears/" ], "report_names": [ "dark-web-profile-spacebears" ], "threat_actors": [ { "id": "284d93dd-3abb-4dc4-983d-7ac0034f750d", "created_at": "2024-11-13T13:15:31.107273Z", "updated_at": "2026-04-10T02:00:03.754759Z", "deleted_at": null, "main_name": "SpaceBears", "aliases": [], "source_name": "MISPGALAXY:SpaceBears", "tools": [], "source_id": "MISPGALAXY", "reports": null }, { "id": "d90307b6-14a9-4d0b-9156-89e453d6eb13", "created_at": "2022-10-25T16:07:23.773944Z", "updated_at": "2026-04-10T02:00:04.746188Z", "deleted_at": null, "main_name": "Lead", "aliases": [ "Casper", "TG-3279" ], "source_name": "ETDA:Lead", "tools": [ "Agentemis", "BleDoor", "Cobalt Strike", "CobaltStrike", "RbDoor", "RibDoor", "Winnti", "cobeacon" ], "source_id": "ETDA", "reports": null } ], "ts_created_at": 1775434136, "ts_updated_at": 1775791404, "ts_creation_date": 0, "ts_modification_date": 0, "files": { "pdf": "https://archive.orkl.eu/139f9978d957b6870aa26b14eff2f36d6047249e.pdf", "text": "https://archive.orkl.eu/139f9978d957b6870aa26b14eff2f36d6047249e.txt", "img": "https://archive.orkl.eu/139f9978d957b6870aa26b14eff2f36d6047249e.jpg" } }