SecureList

JUNE 20, 2023

The findings of the study reveal a number of serious security issues, including the use of hard-coded credentials, and an insecure firmware update process. Typically, pet feeders are controlled by a mobile application that allows you to set, update and manage them.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 18, 2022

In fact, Ericsson Network Manager is an Operations support system (‘OSS’ according to network jargon) , which allows the management of all the devices interconnected to it, ensuring the management of configurations, firmware updates and all automation and maintenance operations of an advanced mobile radio network.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 20, 2022

Linux is widely used in web servers and cloud infrastructure, but the open-source software also is broadly adopted in mobile and IoT devices due to its scalability, performance and security. Many require firmware updates rather than use such tools as yum or apt for patching, adding that users can’t deploy endpoint protection on most of them.

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IoT DDOS Malware Internet 145

Security Affairs

MAY 19, 2023

Infected devices were used for multiple malicious activities, including traffic redirections through mobile proxies, info-stealing, click fraud, and social media and online messaging accounts and monetization via advertisements. Threat actors compromised third-party software or the installation of malware-laced firmware.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

It can even access the chip’s firmware to gain root access on the device, a significant privilege escalation. The Amnesty International Security Lab created a special toolkit called MVT (Mobile Verification Toolkit) to inspect mobile devices and spot Pegasus.

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Google Security

APRIL 5, 2022

We will continue to take reports on our web applications, services, and mobile apps at their existing reward levels. We encourage researchers to report firmware, system software, and hardware vulnerabilities. Please keep those coming! Our wide diversity of platforms provides researchers with a smorgasbord of environments to explore.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 10, 2021

Over-the-air (OTA) software and firmware updates must be delivered securely and effectively. Electronic control unit (ECU) threats : malicious firmware updates act as a ‘trojan horse’ which allows the hacker to imitate trust and remotely access vehicle control systems. weak cryptography, software bugs, malware, etc.). Edge Devices.

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IoT Firmware Manufacturing Encryption 77

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 31, 2021

In our previous blog post , we discussed the challenges for securing IoT deployments, and how businesses and consumers benefit from authenticating and validating IoT software and firmware updates. Requirements also included that the firmware was to be signed by the manufacturer and verified by the pacemaker. Cloud security.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 30, 2023

FortiNAC functions well as a basic NAC for wired and wireless connections with employee and guest users on traditional workstations, laptops, servers, and mobile devices. Additionally, FortiNAC can enforce company policies on device patching and firmware version. FortiNAC is integrated with FortiGate and other Fortinet products.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 22, 2019

In order to determine what miner to deliver, the bot collects system information, such as manufacturer, hardware details, and processor architecture. The script for a. sh reveals shows that the attackers can choose from three different miners. The bot also attempts to lock out other threats by modifying /etc/hosts.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

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?

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Vulnerabilities can be found in various parts of a system, from low-level device firmware to the operating system, all the way through to software applications running on the device,” said Jeremy Linden, senior director of product management at Asimily. Qualys VMDR covers mobile devices in addition to operating systems and applications.

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Kali Linux

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

To enable wireless support, we need to find: The kernel Wi-Fi modules that need to be in the initramfs (Depends on hardware) The Wi-Fi firmware files that need to be in the initramfs (Depends on hardware) The Wireless interface name (Kali defaults to: wlan0 ) Additional packages to increase functionally. bin firmware: brcm/brcmfmac*-sdio.*.txt

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Kali Linux

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The launch of Kali NetHunter Pro is the beginning of a new chapter for Kali Linux and NetHunter, a bare metal installation of Kali Linux with Phosh desktop environment, optimized for mobile devices. For all those that have a PinePhone or a PinePhone Pro, hop over to our download page and join the brave new world of mobile hacking.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

For improved security using mobile phones, free authentication apps are available from Google, Microsoft, and others. Enterprise Mobile Management (EMM) or Mobile Device Management (MDM): Restrict applications and connections with portable (laptops, etc.) and mobile (phones, tablets, etc.)

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2022

As the modern workforce becomes increasingly mobile and enterprises branch out and grow, software-defined wide area networks ( SD-WAN ) have become a popular choice in the evolution of networking. With SD-WAN architectures, branch employees and remote users connect to an enterprise network through a web of connected devices over the internet.

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Jane Frankland

JULY 17, 2023

Hardware Shield reduces the attack surface and protects against damaging firmware-level attacks while offloading routine security functions for minimal user impact, allowing for continuous productivity.

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Computers and Electronics Technology Cybersecurity Risk 130

Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Keep software and firmware patched and updated. Currently, there are more than 100 Benchmarks for 25-plus vendor product families in categories including: cloud platforms databases desktop and server software mobile devices operating systems To get more details, read the CIS blog “ CIS Benchmarks September 2024 Update.”

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LRQA Nettitude Labs

AUGUST 30, 2023

So far there are no microcode updates for consumer products, meaning that AMD’s desktop, mobile, HEDT, and workstation (Threadripper) processors remain vulnerable. AGESA firmware updates are scheduled for release in October and December 2023, which should contain new microcode for those products.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In May, Ars Technica reported that BootGuard private keys had been stolen following a ransomware attack on Micro-Star International (MSI) in March this year (firmware on PCs with Intel chips and BootGuard enabled will only run if it is digitally signed using the appropriate keys).

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Hacking Energy and Utilities Malware Media 141

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Infrastructure Protection Defense against DDoS and DNS attacks starts with effective network security architecture. 60% of all mobile and browser zero-days are exploited by spyware vendors. Attackers began to deliver malware to users through legitimate and common IT support tools such as ConnectWise ScreenConnect.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Expanding attack surfaces require additional skills to secure, maintain, and monitor an ever-expanding environment of assets such as mobile, cloud, and the internet of things (IoT). and installed software (operating systems, applications, firmware, etc.). assets (endpoints, servers, IoT, routers, etc.),

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Firewall Telecommunications Penetration Testing Cybersecurity 98

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Recently, Check Point expanded its NGFW product lines with the introduction of new high-end platforms, and launched the Check Point Infinity Security Architecture, which is designed to protect a company’s entire IT infrastructure. Recent developments. Software features include autonomous threat prevention, simplified configuration, and TLS 1.3

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Notice Bored

JANUARY 9, 2021

If you don't believe me, just ask to see your organisation's inventory containing pertinent details of every single IT device - the manufacturers, models, serial numbers, software and firmware revisions, latest test status, remediation/replacement plans and so on. We had all that back in 99. Oh wait, you have one?

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 22, 2021

With the proliferation of mobile devices, the perimeter became porous than non existent. A BusyBox flaw within the firmware of the chip used across the industry allowed an attacker to leverage the small but numerous resources of those internet connected cameras Mirai was used to take down one of the larger content delivery networks did.

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IoT Hacking Internet Internet 52

ForAllSecure

APRIL 22, 2021

With the proliferation of mobile devices, the perimeter became porous than non existent. A BusyBox flaw within the firmware of the chip used across the industry allowed an attacker to leverage the small but numerous resources of those internet connected cameras Mirai was used to take down one of the larger content delivery networks did.

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IoT Hacking Internet Internet 52

SecureWorld News

JANUARY 9, 2025

Protecting military mobile devices Standards and policies will be implemented to secure Department of Defense mobile devices from foreign spyware. Also of concern is the firmware and ROM found on many components that go into the manufacture of systems, nearly of all which are manufactured today in mainland China. Cyber Command.

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Pen Test Partners

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Mobile Applications 10. Granular identification of all elements is not necessary, but Step 1 should include broad components such as the device itself, mobile applications, cloud services, etc. A user’s login identity from the mobile app. Deploy malicious firmware. NFC / RFID 5.5. General Considerations 6. Releases 8.

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IoT Firmware Mobile Manufacturing 52

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Npower removed its mobile app after an attack exposed " some customers' financial and personal information." Npower said " We identified suspicious cyber-activity affecting the Npower mobile app, where someone has accessed customer accounts using login data stolen from another website. Npower App Hack. Critical VMware Vulnerabilities.

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Energy and Utilities Ransomware DDOS Accountability 145

Kali Linux

DECEMBER 15, 2024

History lesson: i386 is a 32-bit CPU architecture, maybe more widely known by the name x86. It was the CPU architecture of the first generations of Intel Pentium, AMD K6, and Athlon. Starting in 2003, a 64-bit version of the x86 architecture appeared, usually named x86-64 (or amd64 in Debian-based Linux distributions).

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Google Security

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Posted by Ivan Lozano and Roger Piqueras Jover Android’s defense-in-depth strategy applies not only to the Android OS running on the Application Processor (AP) but also the firmware that runs on devices. This post covers how to use two high-value sanitizers which can prevent specific classes of vulnerabilities found within the baseband.

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Firmware Architecture DNS Technology 95