Threat Group: Azote Group / UNC4696
Threat Type: Ransomware (Double Extortion), Initial Access Broker
Exploited Vulnerabilities: Malvertising, DLL Sideloading, Vulnerable Drivers, Social Engineering
Malware Used: NitrogenLoader, NitrogenInstaller, NitrogenStager, Sliver, Cobalt Strike, BlackCat/ALPHV, KeeLoader
Threat Score: π₯ Critical (9.1/10) β Due to its modular, evasive attack chain, and confirmed links to