# EvilWeb: threat group profile

> EvilWeb is a threat group thought to operate from Russia. 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 | Russia |
| Other names | 0 |
| Public reports | 1 |

## Who is EvilWeb?

EvilWeb is a threat group thought to operate from Russia. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### What public reporting says

> EvilWeb is a pro-Russian hacktivist group created in March 2024 that targets American and European entities using a hack-and-leak method alongside DDoS attacks. The group claims to have obtained data from various high-profile American organizations. EvilWeb announced its participation in the #FreeDurov operation on August 25, 2024, and began executing DDoS and hacking attacks. As of September 3, 2024, their Telegram channel has 1,146 members.

## Public reports about EvilWeb

- https://blog.checkpoint.com/security/hacktivists-call-for-release-of-telegram-founder-with-freedurov-ddos-campaign/

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is EvilWeb?

EvilWeb is a threat group thought to operate from Russia. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### Where is EvilWeb thought to be based?

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

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