Shark

aliases

Last seen:Mar 17, 2026

Intelligence Profile

Malware family tracked by Malpedia. ID: win.shark

Threat Analysis

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

Intelligence Reports Mentioning Shark

New SharkLoader Malware Deploys Cobalt Strike in StrikeShark Cyberattacks

The Hacker News· Jun 26, 2026

StrikeShark: investigating a new campaign delivering Cobalt Strike through SharkLoader

Securelist (Kaspersky)· Jun 24, 2026

Wireshark 4.6.6 Released, (Sun, May 24th)

SANS ISC· May 24, 2026

Wireshark 4.6.5 Released, (Sun, May 3rd)

SANS ISC· May 3, 2026

Wireshark 4.6.4 Released, (Mon, Mar 2nd)

SANS ISC· Mar 2, 2026

External References

→http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-shark-ransomware-project-allows-to-create-your-own-customized-ransomware/

→http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/shark-ransomware-rebrands-as-atom-for-a-fresh-start/

Quick Facts

TypeAPT / Threat Group

Aliases3

Also Known As

win.sharkSharkAtom

External Intelligence

Malpedia: win.shark

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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