SUBJECT PROFILE
Gunra first emerged in April 2025 targeting South Korean organizations using a Conti-based locker, then evolved into a full RaaS operation by pivoting to a custom-built encryptor. Confirmed at 32 victims as of March 2026 following a late-2025 lull, with activity surging again after new affiliate recruitment. The group is notable for imposing no restrictions on target industries — including hospitals and critical infrastructure — and operating almost exclusively in darkweb forums including RAMP, Rehub, Tierone, and Darkforums.
Financial extortion via RaaS; no target industry restrictions including hospitals and critical infrastructure
OPERATIONAL HISTORY
Custom-built encryptor (replaced Conti-based locker), dark web affiliate recruitment and penetration tester hiring, indirect/decentralized victim claiming, low public profile, dark web forum operations (RAMP/Rehub/Tierone/Darkforums), flexible geographic restrictions based on affiliate home country
KNOWN INFRASTRUCTURE
Dark web forum presence on RAMP, Rehub, Tierone, Darkforums; RaaS affiliate panel with built-in lock tool, file management, and negotiation handlers; core developers directly participate in ransom negotiations