# Mora_001: threat group profile

> Mora_001 is a threat group thought to operate from Russia. 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 | Russia |
| Other names | 0 |
| Public reports | 1 |

## Who is Mora_001?

Mora_001 is a threat group thought to operate from Russia. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### What public reporting says

> Mora_001 is a threat actor exhibiting a distinct operational signature that combines opportunistic attacks with ties to the LockBit ecosystem. The actor has been observed exploiting CVE-2024-55591 and CVE-2025-24472 vulnerabilities affecting Fortinet devices. The ransom note associated with Mora_001 includes the same TOX ID used by LockBit, indicating a potential affiliation or shared communication channels. Their post-exploitation patterns suggest a structured playbook that differentiates them from other ransomware operators, including LockBit affiliates.

## Public reports about Mora_001

- https://www.forescout.com/blog/new-ransomware-operator-exploits-fortinet-vulnerability-duo/

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is Mora_001?

Mora_001 is a threat group thought to operate from Russia. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### Where is Mora_001 thought to be based?

Public reporting places Mora_001 as operating from Russia. Attribution is never certain: it rests on the tools, infrastructure and targets researchers have seen.

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