Regional Threats, Global Impact: A TA2725 Case Study
About this episode
The episode discusses the cybercrime group TA2725, exploring its evolution and global impact.
Send us fan mail! Hello to all our Cyber Pals! Guest host Sarah Sabotka sits down with Senior Threat Researcher Jared Peck to unpack one of the most dynamic and persistent cybercrime groups operating today: TA2725, also known as “Grana.” From its roots in Latin America to its global reach, TA2725 stands out for its adaptability—and its relentless pursuit of financial gain. Jared shares how the group evolved from a high-volume malware operator into a multifaceted threat actor running phishing,...
People in this episode
Host: Sarah Sabotka
Guest: Jared Peck
Topics covered
- cybercrime
- threat research
- malware
- phishing
- financial gain
- cybersecurity
Keywords
- TA2725
- Grana
- cybercrime
- malware
- phishing
- financial gain
- Latin America
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: TA2725, Grana
Places: Latin America
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