Backups Firmware Malware 
Schneier on Security
MARCH 9, 2023
Here’s a piece of Chinese malware that infects SonicWall security appliances and survives firmware updates. The campaign was notable for the ability of the malware to remain on the devices even after its firmware received new firmware. The malware also adds a backdoor root user to the mounted file.
Security Affairs
APRIL 15, 2024
The Ukrainian hacking group Blackjack used a destructive ICS malware dubbed Fuxnet in attacks against Russian infrastructure. Fuxnet (stuxnet on steroids) was deployed earlier to slowly and physically destroy sensory equipment (by NAND/SSD exhaustion and introducing bad CRC into the firmware). YouTube Video 1 , YouTube Video 2 ).
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Security Affairs
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
China-linked APT group breached the Dutch Ministry of Defence last year and installed malware on compromised systems. The RAT is used as second-stage malware, the experts pointed out that it doesn’t exploit a new vulnerability. COATHANGER is a stealthy malware that hooks system calls that could reveal its presence.
SecureList
APRIL 25, 2025
With time, the vulnerabilities were patched, and restrictions were added to the firmware. While external malware now faces greater permission restrictions, pre-installed malware within system partitions has become impossible to remove. Attackers are leveraging this by embedding malicious software into Android device firmware.
eSecurity Planet
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Malware attacks pose a significant risk to both individuals and businesses, infiltrating computer systems, compromising sensitive data and disrupting operations, leading to financial and data loss — and even extortion. Here are 15 important controls and best practices for preventing malware.
Security Affairs
APRIL 23, 2021
The malware moves all files stored on the device to password-protected 7zip archives and demand the payment of a $550 ransom. The Taiwanese vendor published a security advisory to warn its customers of the ongoing attacks and is urging them to install the latest Malware Remover version and scan their devices for indicators of compromise.
CyberSecurity Insiders
OCTOBER 28, 2021
As usual, the said malware gang is reportedly spreading its wings by exploiting the vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange Servers like how REvil and Maze have done in the past. The post Ranzy Locker Ransomware warning issued by FBI appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.
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