KAX17
KAX17 is classified as other threat group.
- Type
- Other threat group
KAX17 is a sophisticated threat actor that has been active since at least 2017. They have operated hundreds of malicious servers within the Tor network, primarily as entry and middle points. Their main objective appears to be collecting information on Tor users and mapping their routes within the network. Despite efforts to remove their servers, KAX17 has shown resilience and continues to operate.
Published reports on this actor:
- https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2021/12/was-threat-actor-kax17-de-anonymizing-the-tor-network/amp
- https://therecord.media/a-mysterious-threat-actor-is-running-hundreds-of-malicious-tor-relays
- https://darknetlive.com/post/who-is-responsible-for-running-hundreds-of-malicious-tor-relays/
Source: MISP Galaxy, Malpedia.
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