Security Affairs

APRIL 7, 2020

Upon the installation, the malicious app registers itself as a foreground service and extracts an encrypted payload that gathers information about the victim’s device (android_id, manufacturer, model, firmware version, etc.) In this case, reflashing is pointless, so it would be worth considering alternative firmwares for your device.

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Security Affairs

JULY 10, 2020

The backdoor accounts in the firmware of 29 FTTH Optical Line Termination (OLT) devices from popular vendor C-Data. The security duo, composed of Pierre Kim and Alexandre Torres, disclosed seven vulnerabilities in the firmware of FTTH OLT devices manufactured by C-Data. ” reads the analysis published by the experts.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Recently QNAP published a security advisory urging its customers to update the firmware and apps installed on their network-attached storage (NAS) devices to prevent AgeLocker ransomware infections. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Pierluigi Paganini. SecurityAffairs – hacking, QNAP).

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Security Affairs

JULY 28, 2020

These are encrypted with the actor’s public key and sent to their infrastructure over HTTPS. The experts observed that once a device has been infected, the malicious code can prevent the installation of firmware updates. If sources are in question, run a full factory reset on the device prior to completing the firmware upgrade.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 12, 2019

Searching online the expert first found an encrypted firmware, he found on a forum a Portable ROM Dumper , (a custom firmware update file that once loaded, dumps the memory of the camera into the SD Card) that allowed him to dump the camera’s firmware and load it into his disassembler (IDA Pro). Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 4, 2020

At the time, the Maze ransomware operators only released three screenshots as proof of the data breaches on the Maze ransomware leak site: Researchers from ZDNet who analyzed the leaked data confirmed that it included source code for the firmware of various LG products, including phones and laptops. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

More recent firmware versions had Telnet access and debug port (9527/ tcp ) disabled by default, but they had open port 9530/ tcp that could be exploited by attackers to send a special command to start telnet daemon and enable shell access with a static password ([ 1 ], [ 2 ], [ 3 ]). Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 23, 2020

Unlike other printer management protocols, the IPP protocol supports multiple security features, including authentication and encryption, but evidently organizations don’t use them. This info includes printer names, locations, models, firmware versions, organization names, and even WiFi network names. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 14, 2020

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 27, 2018

The IPMI is a set of computer interface specifications for an autonomous computer subsystem that provides management and monitoring capabilities independently of the host system’s CPU, firmware (BIOS or UEFI) and operating system. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Once gained the foothold in the target network, the attackers will attempt lateral movements to elevate the privileges and search for high-value machines to encrypt (i.e. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. backup servers, network shares, servers, auditing devices). Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Researchers at firmware security firm Eclypsium discovered multiple vulnerabilities referred as USBAnywhere that could be exploited to potentially allow an attacker to take over the baseboard management controller (BMC) for three different models of Supermicro server boards: the X9, X10, and X11. ” reads the post published by Eclypsium.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

Russian govn blocked Tutanota service in Russia to stop encrypted communication. Russian govn blocked Tutanova service in Russia to stop encrypted communication. Unsigned Firmware running on peripherals could expose Windows, Linux systems to hack. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 7, 2020

Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. The good news is that the leaked files doesn’t contain sensitive data about customers or employees of the chip maker. Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 10, 2018

If the data connection is not properly encrypted ( spoiler alert: it’s not, we’ve checked! ), anyone who can intercept the connection is able to monitor all data that is exchanged. ” Experts also discovered that it is possible to execute arbitrary code on the device through a firmware update. Who controls these servers?

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The ransomware encrypts files on compromised Windows host systems, including physical and virtual servers, the advisory noted, and the executable leaves a ransom note in all directories where encryption occurs, including ransom payment instructions for obtaining a decryption key. 7 SP1, 8, 8.1) 7 SP1, 8, 8.1)

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 4, 2025

Vulnerabilities and Malware Primarily includes severe and exploited vulnerabilities in devices or software used by end users (ex: a major router firmware flaw). Commonly, these botnets exploit CVE-2015-2051, CVE-2019-10891, CVE-2022-37056, and CVE-2024-33112 for initial access to vulnerable D-Link routers.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

With this article I wanna bring more light regarding: Which are the differences between C-U0007 & C-U0012 How to Build USBsamurai with a C-U0012 How to flash the C-U0012 with the LIGHTSPEED Firmware How to Flash the C-U0007 with the G700 firmware to achieve better performances and get the Air-Gap Bypass feature How to setup LOGITacker.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Sometimes crooks don’t decrypt them after the payment, in other cases security issues in the encryption process, or in the malware development, make it impossible to decrypt the data. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. gov to receive the necessary support. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 3, 2019

The WPA Wireless security standard was designed to authenticate wireless devices using the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) protocol and to establish secure connections that hackers cannot spy on. The Enterprise mode implements 192-bit encryption for networks that require extra security. ” the experts added. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 14, 2018

Security researchers from the University of Opole in Poland and the Ruhr-University Bochum in Germany have devised a new attack technique that allows cracking encrypted communications. We exploit a Bleichenbacher oracle in an IKEv1 mode, where RSA encrypted nonces are used for authentication.” Many vendors are affected.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 24, 2018

The communications are not encrypted, however the WiFi password is sent encrypted during set up (albeit trivial to decrypt).” “As the communications are not encrypted, it is simple to Man-in-the-Middle the traffic and analyse the API.” ” reads the analysis published by MWR InfoSecurity.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

“The original infection method remains unknown, but during that phase malicious code is injected to the firmware of the target system, and the code is then run as part of normal operations within the device. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. ” reads the report. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Pen Test Partners

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Encryption: End-to-end encryption isn’t enabled by default for doorbells but should be activated. Enhanced encryption protocols now provide better protection against unauthorised access to Wi-Fi credentials. Encryption: What’s the deal? Since then, Ring has made substantial improvements to address this issue.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 13, 2022

The reference implementation was announced in June 2015. Because LDAP extends to IoT devices, of which there are many more than IT devices, organizations running LDAP need to encrypt traffic using TLS certificates on IoT devices, keep the firmware up to date, and apply proper password management. Stay safe, everyone!

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

As an example, we could use communications between systems that are not properly encrypted. Improper encryption. Hackers or other malicious sources can intercept poorly encrypted communications on the web. IoT devices on public Wi-Fi and encrypted networks are especially vulnerable to this type of attack. Vicious insider.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 17, 2019

” The experts also pointed out that the RSA encryption key would fail since it is not designed to work with an empty password. TP-Link has already addressed the flaw with the release of the following security patches for Archer C5 V4, Archer MR200v4, Archer MR6400v4, and Archer MR400v3 routers: Firmware for Archer C5 V4: [link].

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

that includes security patches for the Foreshadow attacks as well as updated Intel and AMD microcode firmware to address the latest Spectre and Meltdown security flaws. Integrating VeraCrypt or TrueCrypt users can easily manage encrypted disk drives directly from the GNOME desktop environment. relies on Linux kernel 4.17 Tails 3.10

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Security Affairs

JULY 24, 2018

The issue tracked as CVE-2018-5383 affects the Secure Simple Pairing and LE Secure Connections features, it affects firmware or drivers from some major vendors including Apple, Broadcom, Intel, and Qualcomm. The vendor has already rolled out both software and firmware updates to fix the issue.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 28, 2021

Ransomware: Encryption, Exfiltration, and Extortion. Ransomware perpetrators of the past presented a problem of availability through encryption. Detect Focus on encryption Assume exfiltration. From BIOS and firmware to UEFI code, VBOS is an attack vector that requires more attention. Old way New way. Current Target: VBOS.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 25, 2019

Intel addresses High-Severity flaws in NUC Firmware and other tools. million to allow towns to access encrypted data. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Bluetana App allows detecting Bluetooth card skimmers in just 3 seconds. 5 Common Phishing Attacks and How to Avoid Them?

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2022

Launched in 2002 and specializing in wireless networking , Aruba Networks’ success led to its acquisition by Hewlett-Packard in 2015. In 2015, the co-founders behind Check Point , Imperva , and Incapsula started one of the hottest cybersecurity startups in recent years. Cato Networks. Features: Cisco SD-WAN. Open Systems.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 13, 2019

EMV Chip, Pointto -Point Encryption, Tokenization, etc.) Maintain a patch management program and update all software and hardware firmware to most current release to limit the attack surface for zero-day vulnerabilities. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Spinone

MARCH 17, 2018

billion “things” connected to the Internet , a 30% increase from 2015. While updates tend to be released regularly for such devices, 60% of those studied downloaded these updates automatically without encryption. Lack of Data Encryption 70% of devices were found to send data over the network unencrypted.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 22, 2021

And the hope is that we will continue expanding on the exemptions that have been granted for good faith security research so in 2015, we got some narrow exemptions for medical devices cars and voting machines. Vamosi: So we have some hardware tools, there's still the issue of the various communications protocols and firmware itself.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 22, 2021

And the hope is that we will continue expanding on the exemptions that have been granted for good faith security research so in 2015, we got some narrow exemptions for medical devices cars and voting machines. Vamosi: So we have some hardware tools, there's still the issue of the various communications protocols and firmware itself.

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McAfee

AUGUST 24, 2021

Even earlier, in 2015 research was published on the Hospira Symbiq Infusion Pump showing that it was possible to modify drug library files and raise dose limits through “unanticipated operations”, although authentication was required. The infusion pump portion of their research was focused on the Medtronic insulin pumps.

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