# SLIME29: threat group profile

> SLIME29 is a threat group thought to operate from China, with suspected state backing. 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 | China |
| Suspected backing | China |
| Other names | 0 |
| Public reports | 1 |

## Who is SLIME29?

SLIME29 is a threat group thought to operate from China, with suspected state backing. Public reporting about it is still limited.

## Who does SLIME29 go after?

**Sectors:** Private Sector

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## Public reports about SLIME29

- https://i.blackhat.com/Asia-22/Friday-Materials/AS-22-Li-To-Loot-Or-Not-To-Loot-That-Is-Not-a-Question.pdf

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is SLIME29?

SLIME29 is a threat group thought to operate from China, with suspected state backing. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### Where is SLIME29 thought to be based?

Public reporting places SLIME29 as operating from China, with suspected state backing. Attribution is never certain: it rests on the tools, infrastructure and targets researchers have seen.

### Who does SLIME29 target?

In public reporting, sectors named include private sector.

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