Nitro is a threat actor attributed to CN, also known as Covert Grove. This group is tracked in the Strobes VI threat intelligence database.

What vulnerabilities does Nitro exploit?

Specific CVE exploitation data for Nitro is being tracked. Check the Strobes VI threat actor profile for updates.

Nitro

Also known as: Covert Grove

Exploited CVEs

Overview

These attackers were the subject of an extensive report by Symantec in 2011, which termed the attackers Nitro and stated: 'The goal of the attackers appears to be to collect intellectual property such as design documents, formulas, and manufacturing processes. In addition, the same attackers appear to have a lengthy operation history including attacks on other industries and organizations. Attacks on the chemical industry are merely their latest attack wave. As part of our investigations, we were also able to identify and contact one of the attackers to try and gain insights into the motivations behind these attacks.' Palo Alto Networks reported on continued activity by the attackers in 2014.

Exploited Vulnerabilities

No exploited CVEs have been attributed to this threat actor yet.

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