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Pro-Iranian Nasir Security is Targeting The Energy Sector in the Middle East

· Published 23/03/2026 18:36 · Modified 27/03/2026 00:03

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Published
23/03/2026 18:36
Modified
27/03/2026 00:03
Tags
2026-03-23 business email compromise disinformation energy sector middle east pro-iranian spear-phishing supply-chain
Related entities
1 intrusion sets (apt), 7 others

Description

A new cybercriminal group, Nasir Security, believed to be associated with Iran, is targeting energy organizations in the . They focus on attacking supply chain vendors involved in engineering, safety, and construction. The group emerged in October 2025 and has claimed attacks on various companies, including Dubai Petroleum, CC Energy Development, and Al-Safi Oil Company. However, their claims are likely exaggerated, and the actual breaches appear to be of third-party contractors. The group's tactics include , spear phishing, and exploiting public-facing applications. Their activities are seen as part of a broader Iranian strategy to conduct cyberattacks and spread misinformation during ongoing geopolitical conflicts.

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