Shadow Protocol is an Indian hacktivist collective associated with pro-India cyber activism and retaliatory campaigns in the regional cyber conflict landscape. The group has been linked in public reporting to “Operation Vasudev Strike”, alongside other pro-Indian hacktivist groups. associated with Mr-X

Shadow Protocol has gained attention for its claimed involvement in cyber campaigns, including website attacks and retaliatory operations against foreign targets. Its activities are part of a broader ecosystem of hacktivist groups using cyber operations to express geopolitical and nationalist positions.