APT / THREAT GROUP
ConnectBack
3
aliases
Last seen:Mar 17, 2026
Intelligence Profile
ConnectBack malware is a type of malicious software designed to establish unauthorized connections from an infected system to a remote server. Once a victim's device is compromised, ConnectBack creates a covert channel for communication, allowing the attacker to remotely control and gather sensitive information from the compromised system.
Threat Analysis
ConnectBack is a known-sophistication threat actor of undetermined national origin, engaged in cyber operations with a primary motivation of unknown activity patterns.
External References
Quick Facts
TypeAPT / Threat Group
Aliases3
Also Known As
Getshellelf.connectbackConnectBack
External Intelligence
Malpedia: elf.connectbackResearch Links
Data sourced from Malpedia, Ransomware.live, RansomLook, and CTIWATCH OSINT collection. Actor attribution is based on available intelligence and may be incomplete.