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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)