Cybercrime isn't just a cover for Iran's government goons - it's a key part of their operations

Ransomware, malware-as-a-service, infostealers benefit MOIS, too

Iranian government-backed snoops are increasingly using cybercrime malware and ransomware infrastructure in their operations - not just hiding behind criminal masks as a cover for destructive cyber activity, according to security researchers.…

source https://go.theregister.com/feed/www.theregister.com/2026/03/10/cybercrime_iran_mois/