Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Peripheral devices with unsigned firmware can expose Windows and Linux machines to hack, warn experts from firmware security firm Eclypsium. An attacker could exploit the lack of checks to execute malicious firmware and perform malicious actions on both Windows and Linux systems, such as the installation of persistent backdoors.

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Security Affairs

JULY 3, 2023

Researchers reported that there are 490,000 Fortinet firewalls exposing SSL VPN interfaces on the internet, and roughly 69% of them are still vulnerable to CVE-2023-27997. For this reason, if the customer has SSL-VPN enabled, Fortinet is advising customers to take immediate action to upgrade to the most recent firmware release.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

x firmware. x firmware, which malicious actors exploited in a cyberattack against the infosec firm last month. . SonicWall’s firmware update to version 10.2.0.5-29sv The post SonicWall issues firmware patch after attackers exploited critical bugs appeared first on SC Media. SonicWall). 31 and Feb.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 28, 2021

Researchers at RandoriSec have found serious vulnerabilities in the firmware provided by UDP Technology to Geutebrück and many other IP camera vendors. According to the researchers the firmware supplier UDP Technology fails to respond to their reports despite numerous mails and LinkedIn messages. History lessons. Mitigation.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 20, 2023

The vulnerability is a pre-authentication command injection issue that impacts the Zyxel NAS326 firmware versions prior to V5.21(AAZF.14)C0, 14)C0, NAS540 firmware versions prior to V5.21(AATB.11)C0, 11)C0, and NAS542 firmware versions prior to V5.21(ABAG.11)C0. in its firewall devices.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 13, 2023

“For this reason, if the customer has SSL-VPN enabled, Fortinet is advising customers to take immediate action to upgrade to the most recent firmware release. The researcher describes the issue as a reachable pre-authentication that impacts every SSL VPN appliance. .” states the report published by Fortinet. through 6.2.13

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

flaw is classified as a format string vulnerability that resides in Zyxel NAS326 firmware versions prior to V5.21(AAZF.12)C0. Below is the list of affected models and the firmware patches released by the company. Zyxel addressed a critical vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2022-34747 , impacting its network-attached storage (NAS) devices.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 26, 2019

iLnkP2P is designed to allow users of these devices to quickly and easily access them remotely from anywhere in the world, without having to tinker with one’s firewall: Users simply download a mobile app, scan a barcode or enter the six-digit ID stamped onto the bottom of the device, and the P2P software handles the rest.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Exploiting this flaw allows threat actors to hijack legitimate user sessions, bypassing authentication protocols such as passwords and multi-factor authentication. Mandiant emphasized the need for organizations to rely on web application firewalls (WAF) and network appliances recording HTTP/S requests for detection.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

I also looked at custom firmware and soldering and why, to my mind, that was a path I didn't need to go down at this time. Let's got through the options: Firmware Patching I'll start with the devices themselves and pose a question to you: can you remember the last time you patched the firmware in your light globes? Or vibrator.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 15, 2021

The exploitation targets a known vulnerability that has been patched in newer versions of SonicWall firmware. x versions of the firmware. x firmware. x firmware versions. SMA 210/410/500v (Actively Supported) update firmware to 9.0.0.10-28sv Devices at risk. This vulnerability has been patched in the later 9.x

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 20, 2020

An attacker with this key can successfully authenticate as this user to the FortiSIEM Supervisor.” While the user’s shell is limited to running the /opt/phoenix/ phscripts /bin/ tunnelshell script, SSH authentication still succeeds.” ” reads the security advisory. ” reads the advisory.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 22, 2024

The problem: The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) specification has an open-source network implementation, EDK II, with nine discovered vulnerabilities. The vulnerability also exists on GitHub Enterprise Server, but it can only be exploited by an authenticated user with an organization owner role. EPMM versions 11.10, 11.9

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IT Security Guru

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Due to the lack of integrity and authentication, Modbus networks have been left vulnerable to a variety of attacks including, but not limited to, Denial of Service (DoS) attacks, code injection and most relevant to this article; reconnaissance attacks. Unfortunately, it being published does not necessarily mean it is implemented.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The operation reversibly modified the routers’ firewall rules to block remote management access to the devices. Attackers replaced binaries on compromised EdgeRouters with trojanized OpenSSH server binaries allowing remote attackers to bypass authentication. Upgrade to the latest firmware version.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

The agencies recommend VPN solutions that implements protections against intrusions, such as the use of signed binaries or firmware images, a secure boot process that verifies boot code before it runs, and integrity validation of runtime processes and files. It is important to use multi-factor authentication.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Ax with firmware 1.04b12 and earlier. NETGEAR DGN2200 devices with firmware through 10.0.0.50. Multiple ZyXEL network-attached storage (NAS) devices running firmware version 5.2, Affected products include: NAS326 before firmware V5.21(AAZF.7)C0 7)C0 NAS520 before firmware V5.21(AASZ.3)C0 CVE-2015-2051. v001 / 3.40(ULM.0)b31

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Security Affairs

JUNE 23, 2021

“A buffer overflow vulnerability in SonicOS allows a remote attacker to cause Denial of Service (DoS) and potentially execute arbitrary code by sending a malicious request to the firewall. This flaw exists pre-authentication and within a component (SSLVPN) which is typically exposed to the public Internet.”. 6.5.1.12, 6.0.5.3,

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 1, 2023

To prevent unwanted access and protect data in transit, wireless connections must be secured with strong authentication procedures, encryption protocols, access control rules, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and other security measures. As a result, wireless networks are prone to eavesdropping, illegal access and theft.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 15, 2023

The directive applies to any networking devices — such as firewalls, routers and load balancers — that allow remote authentication or administration. “This is reachable pre-authentication, on every SSL VPN appliance,” French vulnerability researcher Charles Fol tweeted. “Patch your #Fortigate.”

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Additionally, be cautious when adding new friends; verify their authenticity through known offline connections. Use the administrator account only for maintenance, software installation, or firmware updates. Attention should be paid to protecting routers and updating their firmware. Fully utilize firewall capabilities.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 16, 2022

The CSA mentions RDP exploitation , SonicWall firewall exploits, and phishing campaigns. Authentication. Require multifactor authentication wherever you can—particularly for webmail, VPNs, and critical systems. Use anti-malware software , and keep all operating systems, software, and firmware up to date.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

As long as you’re in there, you should take address any security warnings; perhaps your firewall security setting is too low, for example. If this option is not available, you may need to upgrade the router firmware. PMF ensures that these devices are authenticated and encrypted even if they don’t support WPA3.

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IT Security Guru

JUNE 22, 2021

Check that your OS, applications and firmware are updated with appropriate patches. Authentication and access control, these include: Ensuring all passwords are changed from defaults. Strengthen authentication by combining passwords with some other form of authentication, such as two-factor. External systems.

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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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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

It sells a range of Internet appliances primarily directed at content control and network security, including devices providing services for network firewalls, unified threat management (UTM), virtual private networks (VPNs), and anti-spam for email. SonicWall is a company that specializes in securing networks. Mitigation.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 23, 2020

Unlike other printer management protocols, the IPP protocol supports multiple security features, including authentication and encryption, but evidently organizations don’t use them. “Obviously, these counts only represent devices that are not firewalled and allow direct querying over the IPv4 Internet.”

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2022

The group uses multiple attack vectors to gain access to victim networks, including RDP exploitation, SonicWall firewall vulnerabilities exploitation, and phishing attacks. Zeppelin actors request ransom payments in Bitcoin, they range from several thousand dollars to over a million dollars.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 12, 2023

Unauthenticated vulnerability scans should be conducted to view the systems from the perspective of an external hacker and authenticated vulnerability scans should be conducted to view systems from the perspective of a hacker with stolen credentials. Related systems, software, and processes should also be noted for the vulnerability.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 1, 2021

28 NSA-CISA document (PDF download) urges buyers to use standards-based VPNs from vendors with a track record of swiftly addressing known vulnerabilities and using strong authentication credentials. Examine whether a product offers strong authentication credentials and protocols by default, as opposed to weak credentials and protocols.

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Pen Test

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Countermeasures: To prevent drone signal hijacking, drone manufacturers and operators can implement encryption and authentication mechanisms for RF communication. What are the common firmware and software vulnerabilities in RF devices that can be exploited? Keeping firmware up to date is essential for security.

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Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

It is also important to use firewalls, which help prevent unauthorized access to your network. Firewalls Firewalls are an essential part of network security. NAC allows you to control who has access to your network by requiring users to authenticate before gaining access.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 23, 2021

“GE strongly recommends users with impacted firmware versions update their UR devices to UR firmware Version 8.10, or greater to resolve these vulnerabilities. It allows sensitive information exposure without authentication.” ” continues the alert. ” continues the alert. ” states CISA.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Drivers, Firmware, Software : Cloud providers bear responsibility to secure, test, and update the software and code that supports the firmware and the basic software infrastructure of the cloud. Network, firewall, and web application firewall (WAF) hardening. Network, API, firewall, and WAF hardening.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

So … the EDR missed an indicator of compromise, and while it may have compensated for it later, the firewall should have stopped inbound/outbound traffic but failed to do so.” Lace Tempest (Storm-0950, overlaps w/ FIN11, TA505) authenticates as the user with the highest privileges to exfiltrate files,” Microsoft notes.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

. “Multiple ZyXEL network-attached storage (NAS) devices contain a pre-authentication command injection vulnerability, which may allow a remote, unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable device.” “ZyXEL NAS devices achieve authentication by using the weblogin.cgi CGI executable. and earlier.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 22, 2022

Below are the mitigations provided in the alert: Install updates for operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. Only store personal patient data on internal systems that are protected by firewalls, and ensure extensive backups are available if data is ever compromised.

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