Cybercrime Group

Raspberry Robin

Active since 2021

Raspberry Robin is a computer worm that spreads through USB drives left in offices. It does not do damage itself, but opens the door for ransomware gangs to attack later.

Overview

Raspberry Robin is a worm that spreads via USB drives and has become a major initial access vector for other threat actors including Clop ransomware and Dridex operators.

Also Known As

QNAP worm

Target Industries

Technology, Manufacturing, All Industries

Target Regions

Global

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Tactics, Techniques & Procedures

  • USB drive infection
  • LNK file abuse
  • QNAP device C2
  • Initial access broker services
  • Hands-on-keyboard access delivery

Known Tools & Malware

USB worm, QNAP C2, FakeUpdates, Clop loader, Dridex loader

Notable Campaigns

Mass USB Propagation (2022)

Widespread USB-based infections leading to ransomware deployments.

Clop Ransomware Delivery (2023)

Used as initial access for Clop ransomware operations.

MITRE ATT&CK Techniques

T1091, T1547.009, T1071.001, T1059.001, T1204.002

Defense Recommendations

  1. 1.

    Disable USB autorun

  2. 2.

    Monitor for LNK file execution from USB

  3. 3.

    Block QNAP C2 indicators

Related Threat Actors

Ta505, Wizard Spider

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