HOMETHREATSLightning Framework
APT / THREAT GROUP

Lightning Framework

2
aliases
Last seen:Mar 17, 2026

Intelligence Profile

Malware family tracked by Malpedia. ID: elf.lightning

Threat Analysis

Lightning Framework is a known-sophistication threat actor of undetermined national origin, engaged in cyber operations with a primary motivation of unknown activity patterns.

External References

→https://www.intezer.com/blog/research/lightning-framework-new-linux-threat/

Quick Facts

TypeAPT / Threat Group
Aliases2

Also Known As

Lightning Frameworkelf.lightning

External Intelligence

Malpedia: elf.lightning

Research Links

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Data sourced from Malpedia, Ransomware.live, RansomLook, and CTIWATCH OSINT collection. Actor attribution is based on available intelligence and may be incomplete.
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