nova
Intelligence Profile
Nova (formerly RALord) is a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) group that encrypts victims’files and uses double-extortion tactics to pressure organizations into paying for decryption and data non-disclosure.
Threat Analysis
nova is a known-sophistication threat actor of undetermined national origin, engaged in cyber operations with a primary motivation of financial.
Financially motivated threat actors like nova prioritize monetary gain through methods such as ransomware deployment, banking trojans, cryptocurrency theft, BEC scams, or credential harvesting for resale on underground markets.
Ransomware Victims (176)
CTIWATCH tracks 176 organizations claimed as victims by nova on its data leak site, with attack dates, sectors and countries.
View full victims list →Known Campaigns
Nova is conducting an active ransomware campaign targeting organizations across 4 countries. Primary targets: Business Services, Manufacturing, Public Sector. 6 confirmed victims recorded in the last 45 days. Campaign status: ACTIVE (last activity 6 Apr 2026).