Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 17, 2022

Enhance your security posture by detecting risks on authenticator devices. Not only are mobile devices used as end points to access corporate mail and other enterprise applications, they are also frequently used as authentication devices. Limited visibility on users’ devices can undermine authentication integrity.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2024

Researchers from the firmware security firm Binarly released a free online scanner to detect the CVE-2024-3094 Backdoor Last week, Microsoft engineer Andres Freund discovered a backdoor issue in the latest versions of the “xz” tools and libraries. The malicious build interferes with the authentication in sshd through systemd.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 27, 2022

CODESYS addressed 11 security flaws in the ICS Automation Software that could lead to information disclosure and trigger a denial-of-service (DoS) condition. CODESYS has released security patches to fix eleven 11 vulnerabilities in its ICS Automation Software. SecurityAffairs – hacking, Codesys ICS Automation Software).

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 17, 2022

Enhance your security posture by detecting risks on authenticator devices. Not only are mobile devices used as end points to access corporate mail and other enterprise applications, they are also frequently used as authentication devices. Limited visibility on users’ devices can undermine authentication integrity.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 14, 2021

Netgear has released security and firmware updates for its JGS516PE Ethernet switch to address 15 vulnerabilities, including a critica remote code execution issue. “The switch internal management web application in firmware versions prior to 2.6.0.43 ” reads the advisory published by NCC Group.”

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Among the arrested were the software developers that created so-called automotive diagnostic solutions which allowed the criminals to replace the original software of the vehicles, allowing the doors to be opened and the ignition to be started without the actual key fob. Stealing keyless cars. Mitigation.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 23, 2022

They require integrity, authentication, trusted identity and encryption. Software-defined-everything is the order of the day. We simply must attain — and sustain — a high bar of confidence in the computing devices, software applications and data that make up he interconnected world we occupy.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

That is not much different from what happens with software and firmware code signing today. Whether it is a software upgrade for a program, a mobile application, or firmware for a device, code is signed, sealed, and delivered, and you are left with the future in your hands! Why Is Code Signing Important?

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Security Affairs

JULY 17, 2021

Network equipment vendor D-Link has released a firmware hotfix to fix multiple vulnerabilities in the DIR-3040 AC3000-based wireless internet router. Network equipment vendor D-Link has released a firmware hotfix to address multiple vulnerabilities affecting the DIR-3040 AC3000-based wireless internet router. ” states the vendor.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 16, 2024

Continue to monitor all of your software for potential malicious behavior, but this week, monitor network appliances in particular. Potential results of the exploits include authentication bypass and command injection. According to Bitdefender, the thermostat does not validate the authenticity of a new firmware update.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 15, 2020

The CVE-2020-25183 is an improper authentication issue that could be exploited by an attacker to bypass the authentication between the MCL Smart Patient Reader and the Medtronic MyCareLink Smart mobile app. The flaw could be exploited by an attacker to remotely execute code taking over the device. ” states the advisory.

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Veracode Security

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Since then, open source software has grown enormously and proliferated in all aspects of application development. The downside with this model of building applications is that vulnerabilities present in open source components are inherited by our software as well. Now let's talk about a software bill of materials (SBOM).

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CSO Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Security researchers have found a way to extract a global encryption key that was hardcoded in the CPUs of several Siemens programmable logic controller (PLC) product lines, allowing them to compromise their secure communications and authentication.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2023

CVE-2023-3267: OS Command Injection (Authenticated RCE; CVSS 7.5) CVE-2023-3260: OS Command Injection (Authenticated RCE; CVSS 7.2) CVE-2023-3263: Authentication Bypass by Alternate Name (Auth Bypass; CVSS 7.5) of PowerPanel Enterprise software and version 1.44.08042023 of the Dataprobe iBoot PDU firmware.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 12, 2022

By using the manufacturer’s built-in ports, we were able to manipulate on-board components and interact with the device.Combining both known and novel techniques, we were able to achieve root access to the device’s operating system and pull its firmware for emulation and vulnerability discovery.” Overall 4.8. Overall 4.8.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2023

Microsoft Threat Intelligence researchers discovered 16 high-severity vulnerabilities, collectively tracked as CoDe16 , in the CODESYS V3 software development kit (SDK). Check with the device manufacturers for available patches and update the device firmware to version to 3.5.19.0 ” continues the report.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 1, 2023

Set up strong authentication mechanisms, such as complex passwords or use multi-factor authentication (MFA) for printer access. Keep the printer’s firmware and software up to date and disable unnecessary services or protocols on the printer that are not required for its intended function.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 12, 2020

The National Instruments CompactRIO product , a rugged, real-time controller that provides high-performance processing capabilities, sensor-specific conditioned I/O, and a closely integrated software toolchain that makes them ideal for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), monitoring, and control applications. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 23, 2018

Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) Software is affected by a vulnerability that could be exploited by an attacker to retrieve files or replace software images on a device. . A privilege escalation vulnerability tracked as CVE-2018-15465 affects the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) software.

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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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Krebs on Security

APRIL 26, 2019

The security flaws involve iLnkP2P , software developed by China-based Shenzhen Yunni Technology. The security flaws involve iLnkP2P , software developed by China-based Shenzhen Yunni Technology. A Webcam made by HiChip that includes the iLnkP2P software.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 18, 2023

Despite the severity of the flaws, Cisco says the last three products in the list above won’t be covered by software updates or by workarounds because they’ve entered the end-of-life process. “In addition, a software release that is affected by one of the vulnerabilities may not be affected by the other vulnerabilities.”

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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.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2022

This directive applies to all software and hardware found on federal information systems managed on agency premises or hosted by third-parties on an agency’s behalf. As a general policy, when products reach EOS/EOL, they can no longer be supported, and all firmware development for these products cease.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

This and many other vulnerabilities pose a significant risk, as they not only permit unauthorized access to individual devices but also enable hackers to infiltrate huge hospital networks and cause mass disruption through malicious software. This can disrupt the seamless functioning of other devices within the same network.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Since then, open source software has grown enormously and proliferated in all aspects of application development. The downside with this model of building applications is that vulnerabilities present in open source components are inherited by our software as well. Now let's talk about a software bill of materials (SBOM).

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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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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Once inside a network, Play uses specialized tools to try and disable anti-virus software and remove log files. Screenshot of the PLAY leak site The joint CSA emphasizes the importance of having an actionable recovery plan, using multi-factor authentication (MFA) , and keeping all operating systems, software, and firmware up to date.

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Security Affairs

JULY 11, 2019

Intel is releasing software updates to mitigate this potential vulnerability.” may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable escalation of privilege, information disclosure or denial of service via local access.” The flaw has been classified as “medium severity,” it affects firmware versions prior to SCV10150.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 22, 2024

Make sure your security teams are regularly checking vendors’ software and hardware updates for any patches, and keep a particular eye on networking equipment. The problem: The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) specification has an open-source network implementation, EDK II, with nine discovered vulnerabilities.

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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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SecureList

DECEMBER 27, 2023

It was designed to support both old and new iPhones and included a Pointer Authentication Code (PAC) bypass for exploitation of recent models. Because this feature is not used by the firmware, we have no idea how attackers would know how to use it. How could it be that that the exploit used MMIOs that were not used by the firmware?

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Let devices go into sleep mode to allow for automatic software updates. 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. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Golang (also known as Go) is an open-source programming language designed by Google and first published in 2007 that makes it easier for developers to build software. Ax with firmware 1.04b12 and earlier. NETGEAR DGN2200 devices with firmware through 10.0.0.50. Affected products include: NAS326 before firmware V5.21(AAZF.7)C0

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 24, 2021

Realtek published a security advisory on August 15 to warn customers about security updates to address vulnerabilities in its software developers kits (SDK) which is used by at least 65 separate vendors. On August 15, firmware security company IoT Inspector published details about the flaws. ” reported IoT Inspector.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 16, 2022

Authentication. Require multifactor authentication wherever you can—particularly for webmail, VPNs, and critical systems. Disable password “hints” Require administrator credentials to install software. Use anti-malware software , and keep all operating systems, software, and firmware up to date.

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Google Security

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Posted by Fabian Kaczmarczyck, Software Engineer, Jean-Michel Picod, Software Engineer and Elie Bursztein, Security and Anti-abuse Research Lead Security keys and your phone’s built-in security keys are reshaping the way users authenticate online. So, today we are releasing a new open source security key test suite.

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