MirrorFace: Unmasking the Chinese Cyber Espionage Group Targeting Japan

Summary: The Japanese National Police Agency has issued a warning about ongoing cyberattacks attributed to the MirrorFace group, which has targeted critical sectors in Japan since 2019. Their sophisticated techniques and campaigns pose significant risks to national security and advanced industries.

Threat Actor: MirrorFace (Earth Kasha) | MirrorFace
Victim: Japanese National Police Agency | Japanese National Police Agency

Key Point :

• MirrorFace has conducted three major cyberattack campaigns targeting government, academia, media, and advanced industries.
• They employ sophisticated techniques, including exploiting vulnerabilities in network devices and using malware to evade detection.
• Investigations suggest links between Earth Kasha’s operations and Chinese state interests, focusing on sensitive information theft.