APT31 (Mandiant), Violet Typhoon (MS), Zirconium, Judgment Panda, Mustang Panda, Twill Typhoon
APT31, also known as Zirconium or Judgment Panda, is an Advanced Persistent Threat group that likely operates to collect intelligence for the Chinese government. Like other nation-state actors, this group focuses on gathering data that aligns with the strategic and geopolitical interests of the People’s Republic of China (PRC). APT31 is known for conducting cyber espionage and carrying out targeted attacks against a diverse set of organizations, including government agencies, military entities, and private companies.
The group, operated through a front company, Wuhan Xiaoruizhi Science and Technology Company (Wuhan XRZ), from at least 2010 until January 2024.