Cybersecurity Advisory: ASA’s Techniques and Threat Mitigation for Organizations

Author: Ari Ben Em, Florian Frank

Editor: Leiv Schink

This report highlights the evolving tactics of the Iranian-linked cyber group ASA (Aria Sepehr Ayandehsazan), formerly Emennet Pasargad. Operating under the IRGC, ASA conducts cyber-enabled influence operations targeting nations like the U.S. and Israel. Their activities include SMS campaigns, disinformation efforts like “Cyber Court,” and exploitation of OSINT for reconnaissance. ASA's technical arsenal includes tools like Shodan, SQLMap, and AI technologies for influence campaigns.

Cybersecurity Advisory: ASA’s Techniques and Threat Mitigation for Organizations

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