Krebs on Security

MAY 22, 2023

Social networks are constantly battling inauthentic bot accounts that send direct messages to users promoting scam cryptocurrency investment platforms. Chaput said that at one point last week the volume of bot accounts being registered for the crypto spam campaign started overwhelming the servers that handle new signups at Mastodon.social.

Scams 243

Scams DDOS Cryptocurrency Accountability 243

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 22, 2022

The Daixin Team group gains initial access to victims through virtual private network (VPN) servers. In one successful attack, the attackers likely exploited an unpatched vulnerability in the organization’s VPN server. In another compromise, the group leveraged on compromised credentials to access a legacy VPN server.

Ransomware 67

Ransomware VPN Cybercrime Accountability 67

Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Review domain controllers, servers, workstations, and active directories for new or unrecognized user accounts. Audit user accounts with administrative privileges and configure access controls with least privilege in mind.

Ransomware 95

Ransomware DDOS Passwords Backups 95

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. Use strong passwords and regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, implementing the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts. ransomware and phishing scams).

Ransomware 94

Ransomware Passwords Backups Firmware 94

Security Affairs

MARCH 16, 2022

As early as May 2021, the attackers took advantage of a misconfigured account set to default MFA protocols at a non-governmental organization (NGO), allowing them to enroll a new device for MFA and access the victim network. Contrary to best practices recommended, the account was still active in the organization’s Active Directory.

Accountability 91

Accountability Passwords Authentication Firmware 91

Security Affairs

APRIL 25, 2022

The FBI is seeking any information that can be shared related to the operations of the BlackCat ransomware operation. Below are recommended mitigations included in the alert: Review domain controllers, servers, workstations, and active directories for new or unrecognized user accounts. hard drive, storage device, the cloud).

Ransomware 102

Ransomware Antivirus Passwords Malware 102

Security Affairs

JULY 8, 2022

Threat actors are targeting devices exposed online with the SMB service enabled, they perform brute-force attacks against accounts using weak passwords. Preliminary investigation indicates that Checkmate attacks via SMB services exposed to the internet, and employs a dictionary attack to break accounts with weak passwords.”

Ransomware 91

Ransomware Encryption Passwords Internet 91

Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2021

To prevent attacks: Install security updates for operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. Avoid reusing passwords for different accounts and implement the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes. Only use secure networks and avoid using public Wi-Fi networks.

Education 108

Education Ransomware Phishing Passwords 108

Security Affairs

MARCH 26, 2021

. • Implement a recovery plan to maintain and retain multiple copies of sensitive or proprietary data and servers in a physically separate, segmented, secure location (i.e., Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. • Only use secure networks and avoid using public Wi-Fi networks. .

Ransomware 144

Ransomware Encryption Passwords Malware 144

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. Use strong passwords and regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, implementing the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts.

Ransomware 140

Ransomware Manufacturing Passwords Internet 140

Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2021

. • Implement a recovery plan to restore sensitive or proprietary data from a physically separate, segmented, secure location (e.g., Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. • hard drive, storage device, the cloud). Use multifactor authentication where possible.

Passwords 64

Passwords Government Firmware Accountability 64

Security Affairs

APRIL 11, 2021

Clop Ransomware operators plunder US universities Malware attack on Applus blocked vehicle inspections in some US states 2,5M+ users can check whether their data were exposed in Facebook data leak 33.4%

Cyber Attacks 53

Cyber Attacks Firmware Malware VPN 53

Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2021

“According to open-source reporting, DarkSide actors have previously been observed gaining initial access through phishing and exploiting remotely accessible accounts and systems and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) (Phishing [ T1566] , Exploit Public-Facing Application [ T1190 ], External Remote Services [ T1133 ]).[

Ransomware 107

Ransomware Healthcare Phishing Risk 107

Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. Use strong passwords and regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, implementing the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts. ransomware and phishing scams).

Healthcare 108

Healthcare Ransomware Encryption Passwords 108

Security Affairs

JANUARY 14, 2024

The vulnerability is an improper error message handling in Zyxel ZyWALL/USG series firmware versions 4.60 through 4.73, VPN series firmware versions 4.60 through 5.35, USG FLEX series firmware versions 4.60 through 5.35, and ATP series firmware versions 4.60 through 5.35. ” concludes the analysis.

Firewall 99

Firewall Firmware Cyber Attacks VPN 99

eSecurity Planet

MAY 28, 2021

From BIOS and firmware to UEFI code, VBOS is an attack vector that requires more attention. While the design of a unified extensible firmware interface (UEFI) overcame BIOS limitations, both components critical to computer operation are an increasing target. Current Target: VBOS.

Software 99

Software Firmware DNS VPN 99

Pen Test Partners

OCTOBER 9, 2023

There is no concrete method to follow as it will rely on contents of the decomposed design from Step 2, but typical examples might include the following: Intellectual property in the device firmware. Deploy malicious firmware. link] [link] Have a software/firmware update mechanism. Cryptographic keys on the device or pod.

IoT 52

IoT Firmware Mobile Manufacturing 52

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

FC Barcelona and the International Olympic Committee Twitter accounts hacked. Fox Kitten Campaign – Iranian hackers exploit 1-day VPN flaws in attacks. Unsigned Firmware running on peripherals could expose Windows, Linux systems to hack. 5 Ways artificial intelligence Is Being Used to Keep Sensitive Information Secure.

Artificial Intelligence 61

Artificial Intelligence eCommerce Firmware Hacking 61