Threat Actor
Behzad Mesri
- First Reported
- Aug 19, 2026
- Latest Reported
- Aug 25, 2026
Reported Context (3)
- OFAC-designated co-leader of an MOIS-linked cyber group; a DOJ indictment accused him of attempting to extort HBO after a 2017 hack. OFAC Expands Iran Sanctions to Digital Assets and Designates MOIS-Linked Cyber Actors
- Described as a leader of the group carrying out MOIS-directed attacks and as having faced sanctions in 2018. U.S. Treasury Sanctions Iranians Over Alleged Cyberattacks, Expands Iran Measures
- Named among the people employed, contracted, or affiliated with Mabna Institute and charged in connection with the alleged intrusions; the US offered a reward for information leading to his arrest. US Charges 17 Mabna Institute Members; Offers Up to $10 Million for Five
People (9)
Threat Actors (23)
MITRE ATT&CK (1)
Industries (9)
Countries (24)
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