HOMETHREATSVoid Manticore
APT / THREAT GROUP🕵️ ESPIONAGEADVANCED

Void Manticore

🇮🇷Iran-attributed
1
campaigns
1
aliases
Last seen:Mar 17, 2026

Intelligence Profile

Void Manticore is an Iranian APT group affiliated with MOIS, known for conducting destructive wiping attacks and influence operations. They collaborate with Scarred Manticore, sharing targets and conducting disruptive operations using custom wipers. Void Manticore's TTPs involve manual file deletion, lateral movement via RDP, and the deployment of custom wipers like the BiBi wiper. The group utilizes online personas like 'Karma' and 'Homeland Justice' to leak information and amplify the impact of their attacks.

Threat Analysis

Void Manticore is a advanced-sophistication threat actor attributed to Iran, engaged in cyber operations with a primary motivation of espionage.

The group's espionage-oriented operations suggest a state-sponsored or state-aligned mandate, typically focused on stealing intellectual property, government secrets, or military intelligence. Targets are usually selected for strategic value rather than financial gain.

Classified as an advanced threat actor, Void Manticore likely develops or acquires zero-day exploits, employs custom malware toolchains, and demonstrates long-term persistence capabilities — hallmarks of a well-resourced operation consistent with nation-state backing.

Known Campaigns

Void Manticore — Active Operations March 2026

Void Manticore is a espionage threat actor attributed to Iran. Void Manticore is an Iranian APT group affiliated with MOIS, known for conducting destructive wiping attacks and influence operations. They collaborate with Scarred Manticore, sharing targets and conducting disruptive operations using custom wipers. Void Manticore's TTPs involve ...

ACTIVEHIGH2026

Intelligence Reports Mentioning Void Manticore

Insights: Increased Risk of Wiper Attacks
Palo Alto Unit 42· Mar 12, 2026

External References

Quick Facts

TypeAPT / Threat Group
Motivation🕵️ espionage
Sophisticationadvanced
Origin🇮🇷 Iran
Aliases1
SourceMalpedia

Also Known As

Void Manticore

Research Links

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