APT31
High ConfidenceHigh ThreatZirconium • Judgment Panda • Violet Typhoon • Bronze Vinewood • Red Keres
APT31, also known as Zirconium or Judgment Panda, is a Chinese state-sponsored threat actor associated with the Ministry of State Security. The group specializes in targeting government entities, international affairs organizations, and high-profile individuals including politicians, journalists, and activists. APT31 gained significant attention for targeting the 2020 U.S. presidential election campaigns and conducting extensive operations against European parliaments. Their toolkit includes custom implants and they frequently leverage compromised infrastructure to mask their operations.
APT31, also known as Zirconium or Judgment Panda, is a Chinese state-sponsored threat actor associated with the Ministry of State Security. The group specializes in targeting government entities, international affairs organizations, and high-profile individuals including politicians, journalists, and activists. APT31 gained significant attention for targeting the 2020 U.S. presidential election campaigns and conducting extensive operations against European parliaments. Their toolkit includes custom implants and they frequently leverage compromised infrastructure to mask their operations.
Target Sectors
Target Regions
Attributed to MSS (Ministry of State Security) (China). Attribution confidence: High.
Future Outlook
APT31 is expected to continue operations targeting Government sectors.
First observed activity of APT31
Continued active operations