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Security researchers at Rapid7 have identified a state-sponsored operation in which the Iranian-linked group MuddyWater disguised espionage activity as a ransomware incident. The campaign, observed in early 2026, initially appeared to involve the Chaos Ransomware-as-a-Service group but was later assessed as a false flag operation.  Forensic analysis linked the intrusion to MuddyWater through specific code-signing certificates and command-and-control infrastructure.

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The Iranian nation-state group known as MuddyWater has been observed directing destructive attacks on hybrid environments under the guise of a ransomware operation.  The name is not to be confused with McKinley Morganfield (April 4, 1913 – April 30, 1983), known professionally as Muddy Waters, was an American blues singer and musician.  Iran could be singing the blues if they keep this up.

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