# Awaken Likho: threat group profile

> Awaken Likho is a threat group. Public reporting about it is still limited. This free profile brings together what is known about it, so you can judge the risk to you. It lists the other names the group goes by and links to every public report behind it.

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## At a glance

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Attack techniques | 0 |
| Thought to operate from | Not known |
| Other names | 1 |
| Public reports | 2 |

## Who is Awaken Likho?

Awaken Likho is a threat group. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### Also known as

Core Werewolf

Security companies each give the same group their own name, so one group can have many.

### What public reporting says

> Awaken Likho is an APT group that has targeted Russian government agencies and industrial enterprises, employing techniques such as information gathering via search engines and using MeshCentral for remote access. The group has been active since at least December 2021 and has ramped up its activities following the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. Recent reports indicate that they are focusing on espionage against critical infrastructure in the defense and energy sectors. Analysis of their malware reveals a new version that is still in development, suggesting ongoing operational capabilities.

## Public reports about Awaken Likho

- https://securelist.com/awaken-likho-apt-new-implant-campaign/114101/
- https://bi.zone/eng/expertise/blog/core-werewolf-protiv-opk-i-kriticheskoy-infrastruktury/

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is Awaken Likho?

Awaken Likho is a threat group. Public reporting about it is still limited.

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