# KAX17: threat group profile

> KAX17 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 | 0 |
| Public reports | 4 |

## Who is KAX17?

KAX17 is a threat group. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### What public reporting says

> 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.

## Public reports about KAX17

- 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/
- https://nusenu.medium.com/is-kax17-performing-de-anonymization-attacks-against-tor-users-42e566defce8

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### Who is KAX17?

KAX17 is a threat group. Public reporting about it is still limited.

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