# puNK-003: threat group profile

> puNK-003 is a threat group thought to operate from North Korea. 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 | North Korea |
| Other names | 0 |
| Public reports | 2 |

## Who is puNK-003?

puNK-003 is a threat group thought to operate from North Korea. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### What public reporting says

> puNK-003 is a North Korean APT group known for deploying the Lilith RAT, a sophisticated C++ remote access trojan, and its AutoIt variant, CURKON, which functions as a downloader. The group primarily distributes malware through targeted phishing attacks using malicious LNK files. Analysis indicates that puNK-003 shares similarities with the KONNI group, particularly in the use of AutoIt scripts and specific coding functions. Key indicators of infection include unusual network activity and system slowdowns, with removal methods involving specialized antivirus software and manual techniques.

## Public reports about puNK-003

- https://trojan-killer.net/how-to-remove-lilith-rat-complete-removal-guide/
- https://s2w.inc/en/resource/detail/581

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is puNK-003?

puNK-003 is a threat group thought to operate from North Korea. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### Where is puNK-003 thought to be based?

Public reporting places puNK-003 as operating from North Korea. Attribution is never certain: it rests on the tools, infrastructure and targets researchers have seen.

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