Security Affairs

JANUARY 1, 2024

An attacker can use the exploit to access Google services, even after a user’s password reset. The MultiLogin endpoint endpoint is an internal mechanism that allows the synchronization of Google accounts across services. The experts pointed out that the exploit works even after users have reset their passwords.

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NopSec

JULY 3, 2017

There are many factors to account for. Now, before we proceed, let’s clarify the definition of penetration testing first, and how it’s different from a vulnerability scan. SMBMap help isolate systems where a compromised account has Admin rights and facilitates remote command execution.

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Cytelligence

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In recent developments that have sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community, it has come to light that over 100,000 user account credentials of ChatGPT, a popular language model developed by OpenAI, have been stolen and sold on various dark web marketplaces. The consequences of this breach are far-reaching.

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Schneier on Security

JANUARY 28, 2019

Many have argued that this is an unnecessary step, as the same results could be achieved by just sending a security alert to all users, as there's no guarantee that the users found to be using default or easy-to-guess passwords would change their passwords after being notified in private.

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NopSec

OCTOBER 4, 2013

The following post describes a recent penetration testing engagement that helped one of our customers address serious security vulnerabilities in an embedded medical device. The heart of the matter The medical device that was the target of our penetration test was a sensitive device used in heart monitoring.

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NetSpi Technical

OCTOBER 12, 2023

However, when an adversary gets on a mainframe, the account they have may not provide enough access to do anything. NetSPI has performed multiple Mainframe Penetration Tests where the base account was locked down enough to prevent them from doing any real damage. In a vacuum, that’s fine. Although, that’s not 100% true.

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Zigrin Security

APRIL 26, 2023

In this article As someone who tests web application security cautiously, Dawid discovered a vulnerability in MISP, a popular open-source platform for sharing and analyzing threat information. This vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass password confirmation and change sensitive information without proper authorization.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 13, 2022

Penetration testing has shown cybersecurity manager David Murphy just how problematic people can be. In his career, he has seen people pick up and use dropped thumb drives, give up passwords over the phone and, yes, even click on simulated phishing links. He has also seen the real-world consequences of such actions.

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Penetration Testing Lab

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

The pass the hash technique is not new and it was usually used for lateral movement on the network in scenarios where the administrator password… Continue reading → Domain Escalation – Machine Accounts

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Zigrin Security

JULY 19, 2023

One of the most effective ways to identify vulnerabilities in web applications is through web application penetration testing. By conducting web application penetration testing, companies can proactively address security issues and reduce the risk of a successful cyber attack.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

For a detailed threat actor description do not forget to check out our blog article about selecting between black-box, white-box, and grey-box penetration tests and also you would know which pentest you need against a specific threat actor. The second scenario is about account credentials.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 20, 2018

Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing can help to identify weaknesses and areas where networks have not been configured correctly. Take password security seriousl. Despite the fact that we all use passwords to access personal accounts every day, weak passwords are still a major cause of business data breaches.

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 2, 2020

A cached copy of Yamosoft.com at archive.org says it was a Moroccan computer security service that specialized in security audits, computer hacking investigations, penetration testing and source code review. ” A LinkedIn profile for a Yassine Algangaf says he’s a penetration tester from the Guelmim province of Morocco. .”

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NopSec

JULY 25, 2017

Make sure your business email password is “Password123.” Penetration Testing is the active exploitation of risk in applications, network devices, and systems. As it happens, the easiest way to actively exploit a system is to have the password or key. Starting with password guessing. So how do you get a user list?

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The FBI also reported one attack in which the threat actors changed victims’ direct deposit information to a bank account under their control and redirected $3.1 “Cyber criminals are compromising user login credentials of healthcare payment processors and diverting payments to accounts controlled by the cyber criminals.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 14, 2023

As a client you should be asking (possibly different providers) at minimum for: Internal and external network vulnerability testing Internal and external penetration testing for both application and network layers Segmentation testing API penetration testing Web application vulnerability testing.

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NetSpi Technical

JANUARY 18, 2024

Time-Based One-Time Password (TOTP) Time-Based One-Time Password (TOTP) is a common two-factor authentication (2FA) mechanism used across the internet. If too many generic 2FA fails occur, the user account is locked for one hour. There are two situations an account lockout could happen in.

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SecureList

APRIL 15, 2024

They generated a custom version of the ransomware, which used the aforementioned account credential to spread across the network and perform malicious activities, such as killing Windows Defender and erasing Windows Event Logs in order to encrypt the data and cover its tracks. .*) As we can see, LB3.exe exe is the main file.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 27, 2024

Start With PAM Privileged Access Management (PAM) is the discipline in which people, processes and technology are combined to give organisations visibility over who is accessing which critical systems, accounts or administrative functions, and what they are doing while they’re there.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 6, 2023

GST Invoice Billing Inventory, a business accounting app for small and medium businesses with over 1M downloads has left a database open, exposing sensitive personal and corporate data up for grabs. Essentially, Firebase is a JSON database that stores either public or private information about an application or its users.

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NetSpi Technical

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

This scalable service is well suited for high performance computing (HPC) applications, and easily integrates with the Storage Account service to support processing of large data sets. The nice thing about the option is that it will generate the Storage Account SAS tokens for you.

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NetSpi Executives

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Use Strong Passwords and a Password Manager In 2022, threat actors leaked more than 721 million passwords. Among the passwords exposed, 72 percent of users were found to be still using already-compromised passwords. Turn on Multifactor Authentication Even strong, secure passwords can be exposed by attackers.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 19, 2022

Theft of valid accounts is often combined with remote corporate services like VPNs or other access mechanisms. Valid accounts. MFA is especially useful when bad actors have such a heavy focus on techniques like phishing, trusted relationships, and valid accounts. External remote services.

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NopSec

AUGUST 9, 2017

The “password” is one of those seemingly foolproof ways to protect your online valuables. Our expert penetration testers have proven as such. Many of us haven taken the password system for granted and have used it incorrectly, and it’s not so much our fault, but more a lack of education. Online providers didn’t ask for much.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

“Retailers must take meaningful steps to protect consumers’ credit and debit card information from theft when they shop,” said Massachusetts AG Maura Healey. ” .

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 17, 2022

As a simple example, consider the idea of passwords. It was once the case that passwords were a cornerstone of the role of humans in cybersecurity. You would choose a password that only you knew, and without that password, no one could get access to your account. There are tasks such as penetration testing.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2022

This means that in addition to your password, you will also need a second factor, such as a code from a key fob or a fingerprint, to access your data. This makes it much more difficult for hackers to gain access to your data, as they would need to have both your password and the second factor. Use strong passwords.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 10, 2023

Mastodon, whose main selling point is lots of separate communities living on different servers yet still able to communicate, was notified of the flaws by auditors from a penetration testing company. Back in November of last year, someone discovered a way to steal passwords through an HTML injection vulnerability. Happy Tooting!

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

For a more detailed analysis, a deeper penetration testing would be required,” Cybernews researchers noted. All this could enable attackers to hijack accounts and have admin access. That could allow arbitrary admin account creation and access to files and personal information. “In What did website administrators miss?

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 4, 2022

The other issue with APIs is that once one is compromised, it’s likely that all of your accounts are affected because whoever does gain access will just use your username and password to log in to other sites, apps, etc. The threat that API security breaches pose to enterprises should not be taken lightly.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 18, 2023

ransomware, then a password argument is mandatory during the execution of the ransomware.” ransomware include remote desktop protocol (RDP) exploitation, drive-by compromise, phishing campaigns, abuse of valid accounts, and exploitation of public-facing applications. For example, LockBit 3.0 Operators can also compile LockBit 3.0

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 4, 2021

This can provide authorized users with a temporary password with the privileges they require each time they need to access a database. It also logs the activities carried out during that period and prevents administrators from sharing passwords. Password hashes should be stored encrypted and salted. Encrypt data and backups.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Keys, such as strong passwords, unique codes, or biometric scans, can be given to trusted individuals to access your resources from a distance. Strong passwords, two-factor authentication, firewalls, encryption, and monitoring systems are just a few of the tools and procedures used to maintain security.

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Pen Test Partners

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

This accounts for nearly $2.25 According to the NCUA, “approximately 60 credit unions experienced system outages affecting member account availability.” credit unions, internal notes, and clients’ full names, home and email addresses, and plaintext passwords. trillion in total assets – no small number!

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Security Boulevard

MAY 3, 2021

MI5 said the faked LinkedIn accounts are created and operation by nation-state spy agencies, with an intent to recruit individuals or gather sensitive information. How Strong is Your Password? A favourite sports team accounted for 6% of passwords, while a favourite TV show accounted for 5%. Stay safe and secure.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 21, 2021

According to the unsealed indictment, Klyushin, Ermakov and Rumiantcev worked at M-13, a Russian cybersecurity firm offering penetration testing services and investment management services. The defendants deployed malicious code that harvested usernames and passwords that were used by the gang to access the filing agents’ networks.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 28, 2022

Some advanced network monitoring tools can automate this process, restricting accounts when they behave irregularly. Training should cover best practices like using multifactor authentication and strong, unique passwords. Penetration Test Regularly. Remember that cybersecurity is an ever-evolving field.

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