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Boggy Serpens Targets Diplomats and Critical Infrastructure in Multi

Cybersecuritynews •Tushar Subhra Dutta • March 18, 2026

A well-resourced Iranian nation-state group known as Boggy Serpens — also tracked as MuddyWater — has sharply escalated its cyberespionage operations, running sustained and targeted campaigns against diplomatic missions, energy companies, maritime operators, and financial institutions. Attributed to Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS), the group has been active since at least 2017, but […]

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Boggy Serpens Escalates Cyberespionage Against Diplomats and Infrastructure The Iranian nation-state group Boggy Serpens, also known as MuddyWater, has intensified its cyberespionage activities, targeting diplomatic missions, energy companies, maritime operators, and financial institutions. This group, attributed to Iran's Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS), has shifted its tactics from high-volume phishing to more stealthy and persistent methods. The campaigns have been particularly focused on regions including the Middle East, Europe, and the Caucasus. The attacks have raised significant concerns among affected organizations, although specific numbers of victims and technical details such as CVEs or tools used were not provided in the articles. The operations are ongoing, indicating a sustained threat level. The group has been active since at least 2017, suggesting a long-term strategic approach to cyberespionage. Current advisories recommend heightened vigilance among targeted sectors. 2 sources 72

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