Threat group targeting financial organizations using SWIFT manipulation techniques to conduct fraudulent transactions. This profile is mapped to MITRE ATT&CK G0028 and covers attribution, tooling, targeting, and defensive recommendations based on observed campaigns.
Overview & Attribution
Threat Group-1314 (also tracked as TG-1314) is a threat group attributed to Unknown. The group primarily targets Financial sector for intelligence collection and operational objectives aligned with state interests.
This group is tracked as G0028 in the MITRE ATT&CK framework. All techniques referenced in this report are mapped to ATT&CK for consistent threat modeling and detection engineering.
Arsenal & Tools
Known tools and malware associated with Threat Group-1314 include:
- Custom SWIFT tools
Targeting & Operations
Threat Group-1314 operations focus on Financial sector. The group typically gains initial access through spear-phishing, exploitation of public-facing applications, or strategic web compromises before deploying custom implants for persistent access and data exfiltration.
Organizations in the Financial sector sector should treat Threat Group-1314 as a relevant threat and validate their detection coverage against the MITRE ATT&CK techniques listed below.
MITRE ATT&CK Mapping
Key techniques observed in Threat Group-1314 operations:
| Technique ID | Technique Name | Tactical Context |
|---|---|---|
| T1565.001 | T1565.001 | Observed in Threat Group-1314 campaigns |
| T1059.001 | T1059.001 | Observed in Threat Group-1314 campaigns |
| T1078 | T1078 | Observed in Threat Group-1314 campaigns |
| T1071.001 | T1071.001 | Observed in Threat Group-1314 campaigns |
Full ATT&CK mapping: https://attack.mitre.org/groups/G0028/
Notable Campaigns
This threat group has been active in operations targeting Financial sector. Security researchers have documented campaigns involving Custom SWIFT tools and other tools deployed against organizations in multiple countries. Attribution confidence varies by campaign, but consistent infrastructure and TTP overlap links activity to Unknown-nexus operations.
Detection & Defense
Recommended defensive measures against Threat Group-1314:
- Network monitoring: Detect C2 beaconing patterns associated with Custom SWIFT tools and related implants
- Endpoint detection: Deploy behavioral rules for the ATT&CK techniques above, particularly T1565.001 and T1059.001
- Email security: Implement robust phishing defenses including URL sandboxing and attachment detonation
- Patch management: Prioritize patching of internet-facing applications exploited by this group
- Threat hunting: Proactively hunt for IOCs and behavioral indicators mapped to G0028 in MITRE ATT&CK
How Mjolnir Security Can Help
Defend Against Threat Group-1314
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