Security Affairs

JUNE 12, 2025

In March 2025, attackers exploited CVE-2025-24016 in Wazuh servers using a shell script to deploy the first variant of Mirai spotted by Akamai, mainly LZRD, across IoT devices. These samples, named “morte,” support multiple architectures and link to C2 domains like nuklearcnc.duckdns[.]org org and galaxias[.]cc. Other samples (e.g.,

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Security Affairs

JUNE 22, 2023

Since March 2023, researchers at Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 have observed a new variant of the Mirai botnet targeting multiple vulnerabilities in popular IoT devices. Upon executing the script, it would download and execute the proper bot clients for the specific Linux architectures: hxxp://185.225.74[.]251/armv4l

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Security Affairs

MARCH 2, 2025

DragonForce Ransomware Group is Targeting Saudi Arabia Massive Botnet Targets M365 with Stealthy Password Spraying Attacks Notorious Malware, Spam Host Prospero Moves to Kaspersky Lab ACRStealer Infostealer Exploiting Google Docs as C2 #StopRansomware: Ghost (Cring) Ransomware The GitVenom campaign: cryptocurrency theft using GitHub Silent Killers: (..)

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Security Affairs

APRIL 17, 2022

The botnet targets multiple architectures, including arm, bsd, x64, and x86. The researchers attribute the botnet to the cybercrime group Keksec which focuses on DDoS-based extortion. The Enemybot botnet employs several methods to spread and targets other IoT devices. Upon installing the threat, the bot drops a file in /tmp/.pwned

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Security Affairs

APRIL 10, 2019

Palo Alto Networks researchers discovered a new variant of the Mirai malware that is targeting more processor architectures than previous ones. Mirai botnet continues to be one of the most dangerous malware in the threat landscape, experts at Palo Alto Networks discovered a new variant that targets more processor architectures than before.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 30, 2019

According to the ENISA Threat Landscape Report 2018, 2018 has brought significant changes in the techniques, tactics, and procedures associated with cybercrime organizations and nation-state actors. Another element of concern is the diffusion of IoT devices that are poorly protected. ” continues the report.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC) researchers discovered a new variant of the Zerobot botnet (aka ZeroStresser) that was improved with the capabilities to target more Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Adopt a comprehensive IoT security solution. The IT giant is tracking this cluster of threat activity as DEV-1061.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Coffing notes that the recently discovered ThroughTek Kalay vulnerability compromised 83 million IoT devices , which better machine identity management could have prevented. The rise of automation and the IoT have resulted in enterprises unintentionally expanding their attack surface. Zero Trust Architecture.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

He previously chronicled the emergence of cybercrime while covering Microsoft for USA TODAY. Kapczynski Erin: Could you share your thoughts on the role of artificial intelligence, machine learning and the growth of IoT devices in both cyber defense and cyberattacks? Erin: What role should governments play in combating cybercrime?

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Security Affairs

MAY 30, 2022

The botnet targets multiple architectures, including arm, bsd, x64, and x86. The researchers attribute the botnet to the cybercrime group Keksec which focuses on DDoS-based extortion. The Enemybot botnet employs several methods to spread and targets other IoT devices. Upon installing the threat, the bot drops a file in /tmp/.pwned

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Researchers from FortiGuard Labs discovered the previously undetected RapperBot IoT botnet in August, and reported that it is active since mid-June 2022. The list of hardcoded credentials is composed of default credentials associated with IoT devices. ” continues the report. ” the researchers conclude. Pierluigi Paganini.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Microsoft recently released its Digital Defense Report 2022 , examining the current threat landscape, touching on the first "hybrid war" that is the Ukraine-Russia conflict, reviewing the current state of cybercrime, and identifying the characteristics needed to successfully defend against future threats. The key takeaway?

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Jane Frankland

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

However, as traditional company perimeters are replaced by an array of network infrastructures which include cloud technologies, remote machines and their users (employees and third parties), edge computing and Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices, threats will rise due to a larger attack surface. Sustainability.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Researchers discovered a new Go-based botnet called Zerobot that exploits two dozen security vulnerabilities IoT devices. Fortinet FortiGuard Labs researchers have discovered a new Go-based botnet called Zerobot that spreads by exploiting two dozen security vulnerabilities in the internet of things (IoT) devices and other applications.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

Feedify cloud service architecture compromised by MageCart crime gang. Evolution of threat landscape for IoT devices – H1 2018. Magecart cybercrime group stole customers credit cards from Newegg electronics retailer. Let me inform you that my new book, “Digging in the Deep Web” is online with a special deal.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 18, 2022

But what are your options for proactive protection when the notion of a walled-in network has been shattered by the proliferation of new IoT devices, growth of cloud services, and new hybrid work from home models? In fact, the NSA and CISA have released a joint statement on the value of protective DNS solutions in fighting modern cybercrime.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Upon executing the script, it deletes logs and downloads and executes various bot clients to target specific Linux architectures. “IZ1H9, a Mirai variant, infects Linux-based networked devices, especially IoT devices, turning them into remote-controlled bots for large-scale network attacks.”

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 22, 2020

The Netlogon service is an Authentication Mechanism used in the Windows Client Authentication Architecture which verifies logon requests, and it registers, authenticates, and locates Domain Controllers. The CVE-2020-1472 flaw is an elevation of privilege that resides in the Netlogon. ” reads the advisory issued by the vendor.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Fortunately, emerging trends in the financial technology sector may have the potential to turn the tide of cybercrime and keep our financial data safe. . Because an AI can better analyze massive amounts of data to catch unauthorized usage faster, these tools can help secure fintech as 5G connectivity comes to the Internet of Things (IoT). .

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Security Affairs

APRIL 28, 2020

The Outlaw Botnet uses brute force and SSH exploit (exploit Shellshock Flaw and Drupalgeddon2 vulnerability ) to achieve remote access to the target systems, including server and IoT devices. 14 ) performs a first check on CPU architecture and a second one on the number of processors. Technical Analysis.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 26, 2024

In December 2023, Cado Security Labs discovered a new variant of the P2Pinfect botnet that targeted routers, IoT devices, and other embedded devices. This variant has been compiled for the Microprocessor without Interlocked Pipelined Stages (MIPS) architecture.

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SecureList

APRIL 13, 2023

RapperBot: “intelligent brute forcing” RapperBot, based on Mirai (but with a different C2 command protocol), is a worm infecting IoT devices with the ultimate goal to launch DDoS attacks against non-HTTP targets. RapperBot then determines the processor architecture and infects the device.

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Security Affairs

JULY 14, 2023

The experts discovered that the malicious code had been compiled for different architectures. The AVrecon malware was written in C to ensure portability and designed to target ARM-embedded devices. ” concludes the report.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 12, 2021

IoT (Internet of Things) Security. Security Architecture. Personally, I started with network security years ago, gained several strategic skills, and right now I enjoy my time swimming in the wild world of Industrial IoT. Secure Software Development. Secure DevOps. Web/Mobile Application security. How much will I get paid?

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 28, 2018

The miners observed in this campaign target multiple architectures, including Intel, ARM, and MIPS. The three ELF binaries downloaded are executables for the Intel, ARM, and MIPS architectures. continues the report from Volexity.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 11, 2023

By Chinatu Uzuegbu, CISSP, CEO/Managing Cyber Security Consultant at RoseTech CyberCrime Solutions Ltd. We kicked off the Identity and Access Management Processes from the Top-Level Management approach.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

IoT devices and connected systems allow for real-time monitoring and control, but they also introduce vulnerabilities if not properly secured. Ransomware attacks In today's hostile cybercrime environment, baseline security measures are not enough to guard your business against zero-day ransomware attacks.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

IoT devices and connected systems allow for real-time monitoring and control, but they also introduce vulnerabilities if not properly secured. Ransomware attacks In today's hostile cybercrime environment, baseline security measures are not enough to guard your business against zero-day ransomware attacks.

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SC Magazine

MAY 19, 2021

Is it feasible for the organization, based on its IT architecture, personnel or other factors? on making Internet of Things (IoT) devices “secure by design,” for example, happened because government agencies cooperated and outlined clear best practices for manufacturers to follow. And does that meet the needs of the organization?

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SC Magazine

MAY 1, 2021

He was previously senior manager at Deloitte, focused on IoT and industrial cybersecurity. Moore’s research topics are dedicated to the ongoing progression of cyber law, cybercrime, national and international cyber policy, and disaster recovery efforts. John Johnson is cybersecurity leader for a large consumer manufacturing company.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

The next three actions: prioritize assets and evaluate traffic, microsegmentation, and adaptive monitoring are central steps of the zero trust architecture and greatly reduce your risks of an attack. The Ryuk ransomware family spawned in 2018 from a sophisticated Russia-based cybercrime group. Prioritize Assets and Evaluate Traffic.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 23, 2023

For example, #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, celebrating its 20th anniversary this October, aims to empower people and organizations across every sector to protect critical assets against cybercrime. The rising reliance on cloud platforms creates an expanded attack surface for threat actors and adversarial nation-states to exploit.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

and its allies must keep up; GenAI; mobile threats; RaaS makes it easier for the bad actors; non-human identity management; OT, IoT, and IIoT security and threats; cyber resiliency; SOC models; and improving cybersecurity education and programming. What the Practitioners Predict Jake Bernstein, Esq.,

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Jane Frankland

JANUARY 12, 2025

Cybersecurity is on the brink of significant transformation as we approach 2025, grappling with escalating complexities driven by advancements in technology, increasing geopolitical tensions, and the rapid adoption of AI and IoT. Ransomware remains a prominent threat, but the methods have evolved.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

The good news is that an unparalleled acceleration of research has commenced in next-gen network architectures, including distributed databases, advanced encryption, datafication and artificial intelligence. It is going to be a long while before the Pandora’s box of technical and societal problems we’ve opened gets resolved.

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SecureList

MAY 7, 2025

The architecture of Windows, combined with vulnerabilities in software such as Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) and unpatched systems, makes it a prime target for ransomware executables. The proliferation of large language models (LLMs) tailored for cybercrime will further amplify ransomware’s reach and impact.

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