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Securing Public Sector Against IoT Malware in 2024

Security Boulevard

Vulnerabilities in router firmware, weak passwords, and unpatched software serve as easy entry points for attackers looking to compromise these devices. This finding is a pertinent reminder for the public sector to remain vigilant regarding security threats associated with routers and other ubiquitous IoT devices. and East Asia.

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AT&T Alien Labs finds new Golang malware (BotenaGo) targeting millions of routers and IoT devices with more than 30 exploits

CyberSecurity Insiders

However, there is a difference between the Mirai malware and the new malware variants using Go, including differences in the language in which it is written and the malware architectures. Ax with firmware 1.04b12 and earlier. NETGEAR DGN2200 devices with firmware through 10.0.0.50. 7)C0 NAS520 before firmware V5.21(AASZ.3)C0

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BotenaGo strikes again – malware source code uploaded to GitHub

CyberSecurity Insiders

The Mirai botnet targets mostly routers and IoT devices, and it supports different architectures including Linux x64, different ARM versions, MIPS, PowerPC, and more. Install security and firmware upgrades from vendors, as soon as possible. Figure 9 shows a command to configure a C&C server for a BotenaGo variant. Conclusion.

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Top 12 Firewall Best Practices to Optimize Network Security

eSecurity Planet

By establishing several defensive barriers, this layered method improves resistance against a variety of cyber threats. Why It Matters Multiple layers block various cyber attacks, resulting in a strong security posture. Examine the rationale behind present rules, considering previous security concerns and revisions.

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McAfee Enterprise ATR Uncovers Vulnerabilities in Globally Used B. Braun Infusion Pump

McAfee

Lastly, the pump runs its own custom Real Time Operating System (RTOS) and firmware on a M32C microcontroller. An architecture diagram below helps demonstrates the system layout and design when a pump is present in the docking station. Figure 2: System Architecture. SpaceCom Functions and Software Components.

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What is Incident Response? Ultimate Guide + Templates

eSecurity Planet

Also read: How to Create an Incident Response Plan Best Incident Response Tools and Software Top Vulnerability Management Tools ​​23 Common Types of Security Incidents Understanding the dynamic nature of cyber threats is important, as they can manifest a single isolated attack or multiple simultaneous attacks at the same time.

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Preparing for IT/OT convergence: Best practices

CyberSecurity Insiders

Many organizations have opted to converge their IT and OT environments, which can yield many benefits such as efficiency and more elegant architecture; at the same time, these decisions are not without risk. • Configuration control that tracks all changes to code, OS & firmware regardless. Should OT and IT be converged?