SecureList

APRIL 22, 2024

Diagram of SSH tunnel creation SoftEther VPN The next tool that the attackers used for tunneling was the server utility (VPN Server) from the SoftEther VPN package. To launch the VPN server, the attackers used the following files: vpnserver_x64.exe IP Country + ASN Net name Net Description Address Email 103.27.202[.]85

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 19, 2023

There are threats that can spread from one file to another, encrypt your files, or monitor what you do. Secure sites begin with “[link] not just “[link] “S” stands for “secure” and indicates that data sent between your browser and the website is encrypted, making it harder for cybercriminals to intercept.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 19, 2023

authentication to gather endpoint information for reporting and enforcement. For example, encryption keys, administrator passwords, and other critical information are stored in the Azure Key Vault in FIPS 140-2 Level 2-validated hardware security modules (HSMs). Agents Portnox does not require an agent.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Also, whenever it is possible, activate two-factor authentication (2FA). Backups should be kept safely in several places, such as encrypted cloud storage or external hard drives. Refrain from installing illegal or dubious software, and only download wallets from reliable sources. Secure your network, device.

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Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

This challenge aligns with risks such as Broken Authentication (OWASP API2) and Broken Function Level Authorization (OWASP API5), where weak authentication mechanisms or flawed access controls can result in unauthorized access. Encryption is vital due to the distributed and multi-tenant nature of cloud services.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 20, 2021

a demo for anti-virus software, VPN, music players, photo editing or online games) to hijack the channel of YouTube creators. The malware landing page is disguised as a software download URL that was sent via email or a PDF on Google Drive, or via Google documents containing the phishing links.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Use of a new bespoke downloader we call CEELOADER.". Abuse of multi-factor authentication leveraging 'push' notifications on smartphones.". Mandiant believes a misconfiguration by the threat actor meant that the VPN services running on the VPS stopped functioning after 8 hours.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Thales High Speed Encryptors - Delivering on the Promise of 5G divya Wed, 02/22/2023 - 05:40 5G download speeds can reach 10 gigabits per second, up to 100 times faster than 4G, and supports millions more devices with improved coverage and reliability. Latency budgets can be 1milli-second or less. layer 2, layer 3 or 4).

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Security Affairs

MAY 21, 2020

“It was designed to download payloads intended to exfiltrate XG Firewall-resident data. Passwords associated with external authentication systems such as AD or LDAP are unaffected. The hackers exploited the SQL injection flaw to download malicious code on the device that was designed to steal files from the XG Firewall.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

Digital Certificates are vastly superior mechanisms of authentication security when compared to passwords because they use the power of Public Key Cryptography. Certificates can prevent MITM attacks from happening because they encrypt sensitive data and use EAP-TLS authentication. EAP-TLS is the most secure IEEE 802.1X

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Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Mobile payment platforms, like Apple Pay and Google Pay, use advanced technology, like fingerprint authentication and tokenization (in which credit card account numbers are replaced by randomly generated numbers) to provide brick-and-mortar shoppers with an added layer of security. SSLs ensure all data is encrypted. Look for the lock.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption uses mathematical algorithms to transform and encode data so that only authorized parties can access it. What Encryption Is and How It Relates to Cryptology The science of cryptography studies codes, how to create them, and how to solve them. How Does Encryption Process Data? How Does Encryption Process Data?

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 30, 2022

The underlying rule should be to expand modern and multi-factor authentication to all users and applications in your organization, whether those apps reside on-prem or in the cloud. Not all Authentication Methods are Created Equal. Most organizations today rely on authenticator apps and Push OTP for MFA. VPN Protection.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2021

PYSA, aka Mespinoza, is a malware capable of exfiltrating data and encrypting users’ critical files and data stored on their systems. All encrypted files in Windows and Linux, the two platforms this ransomware primarily targets, will have the.pysa suffix. Use multi-factor authentication wherever possible.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

Recipients are encouraged to click this link, which actually contains code that allows for the download and execution of either Bazar , a backdoor, or IcedID (aka BokBot), a Trojan. The files are then held for ransom and the victim is threatened by data loss, because of the encryption, and leaking of the exfiltrated data.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Every time a user, device, or app requests access to organizational resources, it must get authenticated, authorized within policy constraints, and inspected for anomalies before access is granted. Security controls, such as password security procedures, the use of encryption for stored data, and VPN usage.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Use of a VPN – virtual private networks (VPN) create a secure connection to other networks over the internet. They can both encrypt data and hide an IP address by using a secure chain to shield network activity. Secure wireless networks – if you have a Wi-Fi network in your workplace, ensure it is secure, encrypted, and hidden.

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McAfee

JANUARY 28, 2020

The danger here is that if someone you are sharing with gets infected by malware, this malware could be uploaded to the cloud and downloaded to your devices automatically. Don’t use public Wi-Fi hotspots without using a VPN for encryption. Enable multi-factor authentication. Be careful of services that ask for your data.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 22, 2021

This leads to a loss of control over what is downloaded, what links are clicked on, and what files are being accessed or even uploaded; thus, leaving the business exposed to various security incidents. From the application, a user can send an encrypted form of the password, and control who has access to the accounts. .

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SecureWorld News

JULY 28, 2020

A Chinese bank forced two organizations, a UK-based technology and software vendor and a major financial institution, to download a software package in order to pay local taxes. Last month, SecureWorld covered the curious case of two companies with Chinese operations, local taxes, and a secret digital backdoor. "A

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Users can help protect their personal data by using a VPN and protecting each of their web accounts with a strong, unique password. To protect themselves against this fraudulent software, users should make sure they download the official Rugby World app. When opened, the document asked users to enable macros.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 15, 2023

Ensure your RDP points are locked down with a good password and multi-factor authentication. If you require a VPN to access it, ensure the VPN is locked down with MFA and other security measures appropriate to your network too. Backups are the last line of defence against an attack that encrypts your data.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Phishing and smishing scams impersonate a legitimate person over email or text messages to trick you into taking action , like providing sensitive information or downloading a virus. Ransomware blocks an employer’s access to its data via encryption, and the employer will have to pay a ransom to access it. Malware and ransomware.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

. “The interface allows downloading the 3D objects loaded in the printer. G-code files are simple text files and are not encrypted:” Experts warn that G-code files can be downloaded and manipulated by attackers for sabotage or and lead to potentially trade secret data leak. Those objects are in G-code format[ 2 ].

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Make it a habit to reboot devices often, ensuring that downloaded updates are activated. Additionally, be cautious when adding new friends; verify their authenticity through known offline connections. For individuals working with sensitive data, full disk encryption is advised for personal devices like laptops, tablets, and phones.

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BH Consulting

DECEMBER 14, 2021

IOCTA also warned of evolving mobile malware that’s allowing criminals to try to get around additional security measures such as two-factor authentication. The full IOCTA report is free to download from Europol’s website. In last month’s newsletter, we looked at why using a VPN doesn’t always protect the user. domain space.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Introduction Ivanti, an IT management and security company, has issued a warning about multiple zero-day vulnerabilities in its VPN products exploited by Chinese state-backed hackers since December 2023. to gain access to ICS VPN appliances. to gain access to ICS VPN appliances.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

As an example, we could use communications between systems that are not properly encrypted. Improper encryption. Hackers or other malicious sources can intercept poorly encrypted communications on the web. If such processes lack proper authentication steps, they could work as gateways for bigger problems.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 24, 2021

Damaging employee mistakes often come in the form of clicking or downloading malicious content, interacting with phishing emails, and unauthorized use of a device or app. Always use a virtual private network (VPN). Encrypt all sensitive materials. Build an authorization system that is secure and traceable.

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Cisco Security

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Pre-ransomware is when we have observed a ransomware attack is about to happen, but the encryption of files has not yet taken place. . Pre-ransomware comprised 18 percent of threats this quarter, up from less than 5 percent previously. Implementing a mechanism to wipe systems, especially for remote employees, is important as well. .

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Brute-force attacks on services that use SSH, a more advanced protocol that encrypts traffic, can yield similar outcomes. Its capabilities include smart brute-forcing by analyzing the initial request for authentication data it receives from a Telnet service. BTC to recover the data. Some hackers even use them as, well, web cameras.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

This PC when connected, even via VPN, to the corporate network, could be a source of infection by sending malware onto the network and premises. These devices are not only connecting to the VPN and the corporate network, they are also connecting to the devices which are present in the home environment.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Talos reported that these DNS hijacks also paved the way for the attackers to obtain SSL encryption certificates for the targeted domains (e.g. webmail.finance.gov.lb), which allowed them to decrypt the intercepted email and VPN credentials and view them in plain text. adpvpn.adpolice.gov.ae: VPN service for the Abu Dhabi Police.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Only some deeper scrutiny can reveal that an encryption protocol is the missing piece of the puzzle, which means that the connection is insecure and the attacker can tamper with all communications. If that's a no-go for whatever reason, a Wi-Fi VPN can do the heavy lifting in terms of traffic encryption.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 23, 2023

Threat actors also often gain access by exploiting virtual private networks (VPNs) or using compromised credentials. Implement phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all services, particularly for email, VPNs, and accounts that access critical systems. Drive-by-downloads. Stop malicious encryption.

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Fox IT

JANUARY 12, 2021

After obtaining a valid account, they use this account to access the victim’s VPN, Citrix or another remote service that allows access to the network of the victim. The threat used valid accounts against remote services: Cloud-based applications utilizing federated authentication protocols. Account discovery (T1087).

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

In an anonymous Dark Web world cloaked by encryption, this can take time. Because somebody—and I don't know who—was using a VPN system, a shady VPN system. And it appeared that it didn't have any authentication. So I could access that panel, as well, and I could just download data from this panel. I got lucky.

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