eSecurity Planet

MARCH 21, 2022

Using misconfigured multi-factor authentication (MFA) and an unpatched Windows vulnerability, Russian state-sponsored hackers were able to breach a non-governmental organization (NGO) and escalate privileges, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the FBI revealed last week. Network Best Practices.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 25, 2022

Review antivirus logs for indications they were unexpectedly turned off. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Use multifactor authentication where possible. Install and regularly update antivirus and anti-malware software on all hosts.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Additionally, be cautious when adding new friends; verify their authenticity through known offline connections. Use the administrator account only for maintenance, software installation, or firmware updates. Attention should be paid to protecting routers and updating their firmware. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 1, 2023

To prevent unwanted access and protect data in transit, wireless connections must be secured with strong authentication procedures, encryption protocols, access control rules, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and other security measures. As a result, wireless networks are prone to eavesdropping, illegal access and theft.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Use multifactor authentication where possible. Consider installing and using a VPN. Disable unused ports.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 10, 2022

Observed since: September 2019 Ransomware note: Restore-My-Files.txt Ransomware extension: lockbit Kill Chain: Brute force attack on a web server containing an outdated VPN service > LockBit Sample hash: 9feed0c7fa8c1d32390e1c168051267df61f11b048ec62aa5b8e66f60e8083af. Use double authentication when logging into accounts or services.

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2021

Require multi-factor authentication for remote access to OT and IT networks. Update software , including operating systems, applications, and firmware on IT network assets, in a timely manner. After assessing risks, if RDP is deemed operationally necessary, restrict the originating sources and require multi-factor authentication.

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