Krebs on Security

JANUARY 8, 2024

Collectively in control over millions of spam-spewing zombies, those botmasters also continuously harvested passwords and other data from infected machines. As we’ll see in a moment, Salomon is now behind bars, in part because he helped to rob dozens of small businesses in the United States using some of those same harvested passwords.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 2, 2023

Apple fixes actively exploited vulnerability and introduces new features Steer clear of this EE phish that wants your card details 3 tips to raise your backup game 3 tips for creating backups your organization can rely on when ransomware strikes Stay safe! Want to learn more about how we can help protect your business?

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

In some cases, the gang also threatened and conducted distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks during negotiations. In some cases, AvosLocker negotiators also threaten and launche distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks during negotiations, likely when the victims are not cooperating, to convince them to comply with their demands.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 30, 2024

Downtime limits incident response, increases the risk of data breaches, and can be used as leverage for DDoS attacks. 8 Common Cloud Storage Security Risks & Mitigations Cloud storage risks include misconfiguration, data breaches, insecure interfaces, DDoS attacks, malware, insider threats, encryption issues, and patching issues.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 3, 2023

Weak passwords continued to be the most common factor at 41% of observed compromises. Mandiant research indicates that threat actors are increasingly targeting backups to inhibit reconstitution after an attack. not truly ‘new news’, but a useful reminder to those who assume, circa 2015, that ‘backups solve ransomware’.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches. 583% increase in Kerberoasting [password hash cracking] attacks. 64% of managers and higher admit to poor password practices.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2022

It’s a bit like the difference between using an online, cloud based password manager run by a third-party company, or running a totally local password manager operated by you and you alone. Targets who keep all files in the cloud only (no local or offsite backups) are great marks for blackmailers.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Here are our top 4 cybersecurity tips your business can deploy now to get proactive on preventing data breaches , site defacement, DDoS attacks and other threats that put your sites at risk. Why are DDoS attacks so important to prevent? Prepare for disaster recovery with Website Backup.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

According to recent statistics , there are close to 90,000 attacks on WordPress sites every minute, with 8% due to poor passwords, 61% due to poor update management, and 52% due to outdated plugins. Fundamentally, across the site, strong password policies and multi-factor authentication (MFA) must be enabled.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 8, 2022

There are dozens of Linux malware families out there today threatening SMBs with anything from ransomware to DDoS attacks. QNAPCrypt exploits a vulnerability in QNAP NAS running HBS 3 (Hybrid Backup Sync) to allow remote attackers to log in to a device. Cloud Snooper. How it works. encrypt extension being appended to affected files.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 18, 2024

Data Security & Recovery Measures Reliable CSPs provide high-level security and backup services; in the event of data loss, recovery is possible. Users have direct control over data security but are also responsible for backup procedures and permanently lost data in the event of device damage or loss.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 4, 2024

Develop a Cybersecurity Policy A comprehensive cybersecurity policy outlines essential security protocols for employees, including password management, data handling, and incident response. Use Secure Hosting Services Choose a secure hosting provider with robust features like firewalls, regular backups, and intrusion detection systems.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

An SSL can secure credit card transactions, usernames and passwords from being stolen by hackers. Luckily Howard kept frequent backups of the church’s website. Website attacks can destroy site content, so backups are crucial to recovering damage. Cybercriminals used a DDoS attack to bring down Julia’s website.

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Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

Businesses must also ensure they have secure backups of their critical data. Hence, since ransomware locks down files permanently (unless businesses want to cough up the ransom) backups are a crucial safeguard to recover from the hack. Hold training sessions to help employees manage passwords and identify phishing attempts.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 14, 2022

But this year also saw the onset of the triple extortion method – with this type of attack, hackers threaten to steal your data, leak it and then also execute DDoS attack if you don’t pay up. Lock down Remote Desktop Protocols (RDP) Educate end users Install reputable cybersecurity software Set up a strong backup and disaster recovery plan.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2022

The ransomware targets virtual machines and snapshots, looking to escape containers, encrypt any possible persistence, and wipe out backups that weren’t carefully archived. However, they also use some less common tactics, like threats of DDoS and discounts for fast payment, both of which play directly on a victim’s initial panic.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Prevention: Require multi-factor authentication (MFA) , educate users on password security, and regularly monitor accounts for suspicious activities. DDoS Attacks How they occur: Distributed Denial of Service ( DDoS ) attacks overload cloud and network systems, interrupting access and triggering service disruptions.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 13, 2024

used the password 225948. Constella finds the same password tied to webmaster@stairwell.ru (225948) was used by the email address 3k@xakep.ru , which Intel 471 says was registered to more than a dozen NeroWolfe accounts across just as many Russian cybercrime forums between 2011 and 2015. and admin@stairwell.ru “P.S. .

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Distributed Denial of Service-as-a-Service (DDoSaaS): In this service, cybercriminals provide tools and infrastructure for launching distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks on websites or online services, causing them to become unavailable to legitimate users. usernames and passwords) from individuals or companies.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Though not as prevalent as ransomware and malware, there have been reports of DDoS attacks on schools, as well as video conference interruptions by cyber actors. Regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts and avoid reusing passwords for different accounts. Mitigations against cyberattacks.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Simple or reused passwords are still a problem. While the cybersecurity industry has presented options for every netizen, the recommendation to use original and complex passwords continues to be disregarded. Instead, people come up with passwords that are comfortable. Poor credentials. What does this mean? Vicious insider.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 18, 2023

The additional result of these hacks include: •51% had their information phished •43% had credit card information stolen •35% had their username and password stolen •17% had their identity stolen or cloned Additionally, the study found that a large majority of Americans (75%) harbor genuine concerns about visiting websites that do not look secure.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Today, generic passwords like “password123!” Your passwords should be unique and contain numbers, symbols and at least eight characters, and you should change them regularly. As an added security measure you should use two-factor authentication or a password manager. Backup Your Site Regularly. Is Your Website Secure?

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 9, 2021

This dollar amount is scary enough, but we also need to add on the consequences of other incidents such as business email compromise (BEC) , distributed denial of service (DDoS) , or even something as mundane as severed internet access. The assignment of backup resources will also be useful as a contingency. Yet, it can get worse.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 4, 2023

DDoS attacks continue to be a persistent threat. DDoS attacks are getting larger and more complex, are moving towards mobile networks and IoT, and are used to provide support of additional means in the context of a conflict. Implement a secure and redundant backup strategy. They are the second most prevalent EU threat.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 4, 2022

These practices will prevent leakware attacks, but they can also help enterprises avoid other common cybersecurity issues, such as distributed denial of service (DDoS), man in the middle (MitM), SQL, and password hacks. Prioritize employee cybersecurity training.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Having a solid incident response plan, performing regular backups, and utilizing disaster recovery solutions ensure that banks can quickly recover from an attack and continue providing uninterrupted customer services. These interruptions can be costly in terms of financial losses and the negative impact on customer experience.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Authentication guarantees that users are who they say they are, typically through usernames and passwords or multi-factor authentication (MFA). Firewalls are used to safeguard cloud resources from unauthorized access and possible dangers like Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) assaults.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Policies typically will be written documents that detail the requirements that will be enforced, such as password complexity. Minimum User Access Controls Active Directory: The smallest organizations might only worry about device access, otherwise known as the login credentials (username/password).

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 17, 2021

Security services and tools include anti-DDoS , SOCaaS , web application firewalls (WAF), data encryption , and more. From a GUI enterprise manager to advanced logical replication, backup and recovery, and a migration toolkit, EDB is a go-to vendor for all Postgre database administrators. Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Microsoft Azure.

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Triple extortion: adding a threat to expose the victim’s internal infrastructure to DDoS attacks. The model became widespread after the LockBit gang got DDoS’ed , possibly by a victim. DDoS attacks in that case are not necessary. The name and password were hard-coded inside the DLL.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

Apply strong network security: Use firewalls , intrusion detection systems , and other security measures to prevent malware, DDoS attacks, and unauthorized network access. Protect Your Data To avoid unauthorized access and data loss, NIST encourages data protection measures, including encryption, backups, and secure storage methods.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 25, 2023

Botnets : Networks of compromised computers are controlled by a central attacker and used for various malicious activities such as launching coordinated distributed denial of service ( DDoS ) attacks, providing a staging point for attacks on other victims, or distributing spam.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 19, 2023

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).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 16, 2022

Create strong passwords. The usage of complex passwords on a terminal network security can impede or even defeat different attack tactics. The usage of complex passwords on a terminal network security can impede or even defeat different attack tactics. Fraudsters have equipment that can break a 6-digit passcode in seconds.

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Spinone

MAY 8, 2020

Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks are another familiar type of attack that can prevent businesses from carrying out operations. Password attacks There are many different ways that an attacker may try to compromise an end user’s password. A great example of this is ransomware.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Controls can be anything from good password hygiene to web application firewalls and internal network segmentation, a layered approach that reduces risk at each step. Storing sensitive information such as passwords, credit card numbers, or social security numbers in cookies is discouraged due to the potential risk of exposure.

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