HOMETHREATSWarmCookie
APT / THREAT GROUP🕵️ ESPIONAGEADVANCED

WarmCookie

5
aliases
Last seen:Mar 17, 2026

Intelligence Profile

WarmCookie is backdoor that is capable of executing commands reading/writing files and capturing screenshots. It communicates with a command and control (C&C) server via HTTP to receive further instructions and exfiltrate stolen data. It is commonly distributed through phishing campaigns and malicious downloads, targeting unsuspecting users to infiltrate systems undetected.

Threat Analysis

WarmCookie is a advanced-sophistication threat actor of undetermined national origin, 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, WarmCookie 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.

External References

Quick Facts

TypeAPT / Threat Group
Motivation🕵️ espionage
Sophisticationadvanced
Aliases5

Also Known As

CarrotstickWarmCookieBadspacewin.warmcookieQUICKBIND

External Intelligence

Malpedia: win.warmcookie

Research Links

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