19 Websites Identified as Part of an Iranian Global Influence Operation
Sept. 12, 2024, 8:24 a.m.
Description
An investigation has uncovered a network of 19 websites created by Iran as part of a global influence operation. These sites, presenting themselves as independent sources of opinion and analysis, target audiences across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, the Caucasus, and South America. Two websites specifically target U.S. audiences with election-related content, one focusing on African Americans and another on U.S. veterans. The network shares pro-Iran content, criticizes Israel, the United States, and Saudi Arabia, while praising Iranian terrorist proxies. Technical indicators, including shared web hosting servers and common patterns in email addresses, link these sites together. The findings suggest a coordinated effort by Iran to shape global narratives and potentially influence elections.
Date
| Published | Created | Modified |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 12, 2024, 8:19 a.m. | Sept. 12, 2024, 8:19 a.m. | Sept. 12, 2024, 8:24 a.m. |
Attack Patterns
T1606
T1585
T1589
T1586
T1588
T1587
T1583
T1592
Additional Informations
Media
Government
Iran, Islamic Republic of
Saudi Arabia
Israel
United States of America