Nation-stateMay 14, 2026
Kimsuky targets organizations with PebbleDash-based tools
Kimsuky deploys PebbleDash-based tools linked to AppleSeed malware cluster
Summary
Kaspersky researchers have identified a suite of new tools based on PebbleDash being used by the North Korean-linked Kimsuky threat actor in recent campaigns. The analysis reveals these tools are connected to the AppleSeed malware cluster, expanding the known toolkit of this persistent state-sponsored group.
Indicators of Compromise
- malware — PebbleDash
- malware — AppleSeed
Entities
Kimsuky (threat_actor)Kaspersky (vendor)