PLATINUM

Platinum is a notable threat actor in the cybersecurity landscape. This group has been involved in several malicious activities, underscoring the importance of robust security measures and vigilance. The term "threat actor" refers to any human entity that executes actions with harmful intent, which could range from a single individual to a private company or even a part of a government entity. In the cybersecurity industry, these entities are often given unique names such as Platinum. In recent years, Platinum's activities have gained attention in various sectors. For instance, the 2023 'ASTORS' Awards Program was sponsored by Platinum Event Sponsor: NEC National Security Systems (NSS). Furthermore, SolarWinds, a recognized name in cybersecurity, won the Platinum award in the 2023 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards for Best Security Incident & Event Management Solution (SIEM). On February 20, 2024, Stellar Cyber, a Double Platinum 'ASTORS' Award Champion, entered into a partnership with Proofpoint, a leading cybersecurity and compliance company. The threat posed by actors like Platinum has led to increased emphasis on cybersecurity across industries. Companies such as Google, Intel, Meta, and Qualcomm Innovation Center are among the Platinum members dedicated to enhancing security measures. Moreover, UL Solutions has developed an IoT Security Rating that categorizes products according to a five-level scale, including Platinum, to verify security claims and label consumer IoT products. As the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, understanding and mitigating the risks associated with threat actors like Platinum remains a top priority.