APT39
APT39 is an Iran-attributed nation-state APT group with an espionage motive, tracked by Brandefense. It targets 9 sectors, including Government and Technology, in 26 countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom. It uses 61 MITRE ATT&CK techniques and exploits 9 known CVEs.
- ITG07
- Chafer
- Remix Kitten
- Rana Intelligence Computing Company
- Cobalt Hickman
- TA454
- Radio Serpens
- Burgundy Sandstorm
- Cadelle
- G0087
- Origin
- Iran
- Techniques
- 61
- Exploited CVEs
- 9
- First seen
- Jan 1, 2014
- Last seen
- Sep 17, 2020
- Record updated
Who They Target.
About APT39.
APT39 is one of several names for cyber espionage activity conducted by the Iranian Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) through the front company Rana Intelligence Computing since at least 2014. APT39 has primarily targeted the travel, hospitality, academic, and telecommunications industries in Iran and across Asia, Africa, Europe, and North America to track individuals and entities considered to be a threat by the MOIS.
Last updated Sep 30, 2026. Compiled by Brandefense technologies from structured threat intelligence and reviewed by Brandefense analysts. Techniques follow the MITRE ATT&CK framework.