# Operation BugDrop: threat group profile

> Operation BugDrop is an espionage group thought to operate from Russia, with suspected state backing. 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.

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## At a glance

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Attack techniques | 0 |
| Countries and victims named | 4 |
| Thought to operate from | Russia |
| Suspected backing | Russia |
| Motive | Espionage |
| Other names | 0 |
| Public reports | 1 |

## Who is Operation BugDrop?

Operation BugDrop is an espionage group thought to operate from Russia, with suspected state backing. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### What public reporting says

> This threat actor targets critical infrastructure entities in the oil and gas sector, primarily in Ukraine. The threat actors deploy the BugDrop malware to remotely access the microphones in their targets' computers to eavesdrop on conversations.

## Who does Operation BugDrop go after?

**Sectors:** Private sector

**Countries and victims named:** Ukraine, Austria, Russia, Saudi Arabia

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## Public reports about Operation BugDrop

- https://www.cfr.org/interactive/cyber-operations/operation-bugdrop

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is Operation BugDrop?

Operation BugDrop is an espionage group thought to operate from Russia, with suspected state backing. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### Where is Operation BugDrop thought to be based?

Public reporting places Operation BugDrop as operating from Russia, with suspected state backing. Attribution is never certain: it rests on the tools, infrastructure and targets researchers have seen.

### Who does Operation BugDrop target?

In public reporting, sectors named include private sector, and 4 countries and victims are named, including Ukraine, Austria, Russia and Saudi Arabia.

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