# Why security researchers give hacking groups codenames

A top Google security researcher explains the practical reasons behind assigning codenames to hacking groups. The practice helps track and communicate about overlapping and evolving cybercriminal campaigns, preventing confusion even when groups reuse tactics or share infrastructure.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/08/googles-top-hacker-hunter-explains-why-hacking-groups-get-codenames/) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000