Nokki
Intelligence Profile
Nokki is a RAT type malware which is believe to evolve from Konni RAT. This malware has been tied to attacks containing politically-motivated lures targeting Russian and Cambodian speaking individuals or organizations. Researchers discovered a tie to the threat actor group known as Reaper also known as APT37.
Threat Analysis
Nokki is a malware family tracked by threat intelligence researchers and catalogued in the Malpedia dataset. It represents a distinct malicious software lineage with identifiable code characteristics, behaviors, and victimology.
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, Nokki 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.