Security Affairs

MARCH 2, 2024

The attacks were observed as recently as February 2024, they targeted government, education, emergency services, healthcare, and other critical infrastructure sectors. Phobos is also able to identify and delete data backups. Phobos operation uses a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) model, it has been active since May 2019.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 8, 2022

A hardware security key uses public-key encryption to authenticate a user, and is much harder to defeat than other forms of authentication, such as passwords, or codes sent by SMS or generated by apps. For those users that choose to enable Advanced Data Protection, this will rise to 23, including iCloud Backup, Notes, and Photos.

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Security Affairs

JULY 27, 2021

The vulnerabilities include remote code execution and authenticated privilege escalation on the client-side. Kaseya Unitrends is a cloud-based enterprise solution that provides affordable, low-maintenance data protection offering to complement existing client backup and recovery solutions. ” reads the advisory.

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Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Using multi factor authentication. Using air-gapped and password protected backups. The advisory urged healthcare facilities to follow best practices to prevent malware infections, including: Regularly applying security patches to computers and networking equipment. Maintaining and updating antivirus software.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Rebecca Krauthamer , Co-founder and CPO, QuSecure Krauthamer As new standards for quantum-resilient cryptography come into effect, many government agencies will move toward quantum-readiness. The federal government, specifically the Defense Industrial Base (DIB,) which consists of 300,000 contractors, is struggling to keep up.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 24, 2024

A ransomware attack against the Finnish IT services provider Tietoevry disrupted the services of some Swedish government agencies and shops. Threat actors are wiping NAS and backup devices. ” reads an update published by the services provider.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 10, 2024

The SEC will work with law enforcement and our partners across government to investigate the matter and determine appropriate next steps relating to both the unauthorized access and any related misconduct.” X offers other options like an authentication app and a security key. Usually this is as simple as scanning the QR code.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 9, 2022

government is recommending to ensure the operations of Critical National Infrastructure are not affected by ransomware attacks. Governments step up to protect all businesses. Government Towards a Zero Trust Architecture dictate U.S. Backup your systems and test regularly the effectiveness of your backups.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 24, 2021

Ransomware Governance. Data Backup. Back up all data as well as “every nonstandard application and its supporting IT infrastructure,” and test the backup and recovery to ensure they can handle an attack. Be sure to use controls that prevent online backups from becoming encrypted by ransomware. Least Privilege.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 26, 2021

Kaseya Unitrends is a cloud-based enterprise solution that provides affordable, low-maintenance data protection offering to complement existing client backup and recovery solutions. The vulnerabilities include remote code execution and authenticated privilege escalation on the client-side. reads the advisory. “Do

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Version two of BlackByte does not have this flaw, so the 49ers will likely have to rely on backups to recover its affected systems. Lastly the FBI has advised organizations to keep regular backups of their data. Backups are a vitally important last line of defence against ransomware, but they often fail when people need them most.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 8, 2022

But it also requires software to orchestrate data movement, backup and restore technology to ensure a current copy of data is available, and the ability to recover systems and data rapidly. This type of backup and DR technology offers RPOs measured in hours. See the Best Backup Solutions for Ransomware Protection.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 11, 2023

GMA News reports that PhilHealth confirmed that lack of antivirus on its news programme, 24 Oras: In Mark Salazar's report on "24 Oras" on Monday, PhilHealth confirmed that its antivirus software had expired on April 15, but that it had not been able to renew its subscription immediately due to complicated government procurement processes.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Ransomware attacks on critical infrastructure conducted by North Korea-linked hacker groups are used by the government of Pyongyang to fund its malicious cyber operations, U.S. The government agencies detailed TTPs associated with North Korean APT groups such as: Acquire Infrastructure [ T1583 ]. and South Korean agencies warn.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 27, 2021

Unitrends is a Kaseya company and a provider of all-in-one enterprise backup and continuity solutions. It can serve as a cloud-based enterprise backup and disaster recovery solution that can be used as a stand-alone solution or as an add-on for the Kaseya VSA remote management platform.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Beyond understanding the intricacies behind P2PE, there’s a need for a collective action from consumers, governments, and retailers: Consumers: Demand clarity from retailers on how they're safeguarding your data. Incorporate personal security best practices, such as two-factor authentication and encryption, in all your online interactions.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

These publications are a reaction to recent warnings about attacks on critical infrastructure by groups allegedly connected to the Chinese (PRC) government. Implement authentication and authorization controls for all human-to-software and software-to-software interactions regardless of network location. Create offsite, offline backups.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 30, 2022

They need to manage user authentication and access control, disk encryption, update planning and backup/restore. But there are high availability. The post High Availability and Security for Cloud-Based Systems appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The United States government, in partnership with cyber authorities from Australia, Canada, and the U.K., municipal government, move laterally within the network, establish persistent access, initiate crypto-mining operations, and conduct additional malicious activity.". "In government? government. aerospace company.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Espionage and Political Motives In some cases, hackers may target organizations or governments for espionage or political reasons. State-sponsored hacking is a growing concern, with governments using cyberattacks to gather intelligence, disrupt infrastructure, or compromise national security.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 8, 2022

Chinese hackers employed open-source tools for reconnaissance and vulnerability scanning, according to the government experts, they have utilized open-source router specific software frameworks, RouterSploit and RouterScan [ T1595.002 ], to identify vulnerable devices to target. ” reads the advisory published by the US agencies.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 20, 2022

Funnily enough, the key to protecting NFTs is first understanding their financial liability and the laws governing them. Cryptocurrency has been subjected to a rapidly changing balance of laws for the government to try and control it through regulation. Governmental regulations.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Implement and require Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) where possible and especially for webmail, virtual private networks, and accounts that access critical systems. Implement and enforce backup and restoration policies and procedures. Doing backups right is not as easy as some may think. Scan backups. Patch and update.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 21, 2022

government agency overseeing cybersecurity is urging the country’s businesses and other organizations to take the necessary steps to protect their networks from any spillover that might occur from the ongoing cyberattacks aimed at Ukraine government agencies and private companies. and Russian government leaders.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 9, 2021

” The government experts recommend enabling multifactor authentication (MFA) on all accounts to block to prevent the abuse of stolen credentials, to enforce the Principle of Least Privilege, encrypt sensitive data at rest, segment corporate networks, implement an efficient backup policy, keep your systems up to date.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 26, 2021

The victims include the construction subsector of the critical manufacturing sector, the academia subsector of the government facilities sector, the information technology sector, and the transportation sector.” Use double authentication when logging into accounts or services. ” reads the flash alert. Pierluigi Paganini.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Some APT attacks may even be government-funded and nation-state actors. Once network presence is established, hackers can compromise authentication credentials to gain administrator rights for even more access. Other best practices : Maintain backups! APT vs. a standard breach. Once inside, they can even cover their tracks.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

However, basic cybersecurity tools and practices, like patching , strong passwords , and multi-factor authentication (MFA), “can prevent 80 to 90% of cyberattacks,” said Anne Neuberger, deputy national security advisor for cyber and emerging technologies, during a White House press conference in Sept. Backup and encryption.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 9, 2024

And the government is almost powerless to stop these cybercriminals. Since government can't stop these cyberattacks, and can't deliver relief, we have to accept the fact that we're on our own to protect ourselves and recover from cyber failure. You might not have because this fact is wildly underreported in the U.S. The lesson for us?

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

. “AvosLocker is a Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) affiliate-based group that has targeted victims across multiple critical infrastructure sectors in the United States including, but not limited to, the Financial Services, Critical Manufacturing, and Government Facilities sectors. Use multifactor authentication where possible.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Government has offered a $10 million reward for information on the threat actors. Lace Tempest (Storm-0950, overlaps w/ FIN11, TA505) authenticates as the user with the highest privileges to exfiltrate files,” Microsoft notes. Backup and Restoration: Keep offline backups of data and execute backup and restore on a regular basis.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 11, 2021

He goes into more details in this thread: TAG sent a above average batch of government-backed security warnings yesterday. What we see over and over again is that much of the initial targeting of government backed threats is blockable with good security basics like security keys, patching and awareness, so that's why we warn.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 28, 2021

According to a flash alert issued by the FBI , unknown cyber criminals using Ranzy Locker ransomware had compromised more than 30 US businesses as of July 2021, including victims in the construction, academic, government, IT, and transportation sectors. Use double authentication when logging into accounts or services. Mitigation.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

. “By reporting any related information to FBI Cyber Squads, you are assisting in sharing information that allows the FBI to track malicious actors and coordinate with private industry and the United States Government to prevent future intrusions and attacks.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 28, 2023

government has sketched out a strategy to protect the National Health Service from cyberattacks. Data Protection Devices Are a Major Security Hole Storage and backup devices are central to ensuring data protection and overall cybersecurity. By Joe Fay The U.K. turns its cyber attention to transport.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020

The malware was also used in attacks aimed at US government agencies and industrial entities. The ProLock ransomware was employed in attacks against organizations worldwide from multiple sectors including construction, finance, healthcare, and legal. Threat actors employed the Rclone cloud storage sync command-line tool.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 8, 2024

government said Grichishkin and three others set up the infrastructure used by cybercriminals between 2009 to 2015 to distribute malware and attack financial institutions and victims throughout the United States. . Multiple accounts are registered to that email address under the name Alexander Valerievich Grichishkin , from Cherepovets.

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