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APT 40

Affiliations

Also known as TEMP.Periscope, Leviathan, and Mudcarp. Believed to be behind the
[compromise of Cambodia’s election organizations and the](https://www.cfr.org/interactive/cyber-operations/compromise-cambodian-election-organizations) Target of universities'
maritime military secrets.

This threat actor targets defense contractors, law firms, engineering firms, shipping
companies, and government agencies with responsibilities or business in the maritime
industry.

Suspected victims

United States
Hong Kong

The Philippines
Malaysia

Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation

Suspected state sponsor

China


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Type of incident

Espionage

Target category

Government
Private sector


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