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China-linked APT Mustang Panda targets TP-Link routers with a custom firmware implant

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China-linked APT group Mustang Panda employed a custom firmware implant targeting TP-Link routers in targeted attacks since January 2023. In most recent attacks observed by Check Point, the threat actors employed custom firmware implant designed explicitly for TP-Link routers. ” reads the report published by Check point.

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Expert found Backdoor credentials in ZyXEL LTE3301 M209

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Unlike the D-Link analysis, the researchers has no physical access to the device and attempted to retrieve the password from the config. “The firmware is basically a merge of 3 sections, the LZMA section is the kernel, at 0x148CD6 the root-fs and at 0x90BD36 the www content.” A firmware fix has been released.

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3.5m IP cameras exposed, with US in the lead

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Some of the most popular brands don’t enforce a strong password policy, meaning anyone can peer into their owners’ lives. While the default security settings have improved over the review period, some popular brands either offer default passwords or no authentication, meaning anyone can spy on the spies.

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Experts share details of five flaws that can be chained to hack Netgear RAX30 Routers 

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These vulnerabilities require an attacker to have your WiFi password or an Ethernet connection to your network to be exploited.” “NETGEAR strongly recommends that you download the latest firmware as soon as possible.” ” The vendor addressed the issues in April 2023 with the release of firmware version 1.0.10.94

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Expert found Backdoor credentials in ZyXEL LTE3301 M209

Security Affairs

Unlike the D-Link analysis, the researchers has no physical access to the device and attempted to retrieve the password from the config. “The firmware is basically a merge of 3 sections, the LZMA section is the kernel, at 0x148CD6 the root-fs and at 0x90BD36 the www content.” A firmware fix has been released.

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Expert managed to crack 70% of a 5,000 WiFi network sample in Tel Aviv

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The PMK is calculated from the following parameters: Passphrase– The WiFi password — hence, the part that we are really looking for. Hoorvitch used an attack technique devised by Jens “atom” Steube’s (Hashcat’s lead developer) to retrieve the PMKIDs that allowed him to derive the password. SSID – The name of the network.

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BlackCat Ransomware gang breached over 60 orgs worldwide

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Regularly back up data, air gap, and password-protect backup copies offline. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, and avoid reusing passwords for different accounts. To nominate, please visit:?