# UNC2970: threat group profile

> UNC2970 is a threat group thought to operate from North Korea. 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 | North Korea |
| Other names | 0 |
| Public reports | 1 |

## Who is UNC2970?

UNC2970 is a threat group thought to operate from North Korea. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### What public reporting says

> UNC2970 is a North Korean threat actor that primarily targets organizations through spear-phishing emails with job recruitment themes, often utilizing fake LinkedIn accounts to engage victims. The group employs the PLANKWALK backdoor and other malware families, leveraging compromised WordPress sites for command and control. They have been observed using BYOVD techniques to exploit vulnerable drivers for evading detection. Mandiant has noted a shift in UNC2970's targeting strategy, including a focus on security researchers and advancements in their operational capabilities against EDR tools.

## Public reports about UNC2970

- https://www.mandiant.com/resources/blog/lightshow-north-korea-unc2970

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is UNC2970?

UNC2970 is a threat group thought to operate from North Korea. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### Where is UNC2970 thought to be based?

Public reporting places UNC2970 as operating from North Korea. Attribution is never certain: it rests on the tools, infrastructure and targets researchers have seen.

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