# SkidSec: threat group profile

> SkidSec 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 SkidSec?

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

### Also known as

SkidSec Leaks

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

### What public reporting says

> SkidSec is a threat group that has engaged in operations targeting exposed printers in South Korea to disseminate North Korean propaganda, utilizing techniques such as printer exploitation and social engineering for evidence collection. The group has also experienced a leadership change following the loss of their leader, Govadmin, while continuing to mobilize their followers for various missions. They have humorously solicited financial support for their activities, framing it as a means to support their cause. Additionally, they have been noted for their potential to leak sensitive information from compromised devices.

## Public reports about SkidSec

- https://socradar.io/dark-peep-7-shadows-of-betrayal-and-leadership-in-flux/
- https://medium.com/@criminalip/skidsec-hacker-group-announces-plans-to-spread-north-korean-propaganda-through-hacked-printers-in-fdd314178dc4

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is SkidSec?

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

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