Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The good news is in the latter attack the victims restored its backups. The FBI provided the following mitigations to protect against ransomware attacks: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

Implement network segmentation and maintain offline backups of data to ensure limited interruption to the organization. Regularly back up data, password protect backup copies offline. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. ransomware and phishing scams).

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Use the 3-2-1 backup rule. Use the administrator account only for maintenance, software installation, or firmware updates. Attention should be paid to protecting routers and updating their firmware. While OS updates are now commonly practiced, router firmware updates remain an overlooked aspect.

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Schneier on Security

JANUARY 5, 2018

Or a malicious program on your computer -- maybe one running in a browser window from that sketchy site you're visiting, or as a result of a phishing attack -- can steal data elsewhere on your machine. The second is that some of the patches require updating the computer's firmware. It also requires more coordination.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Recent targets reported the actors leveraged known Microsoft Exchange Server vulnerabilities and phishing as the means of compromising their networks. . Find and delete shadow volume copies, and other recent backups, and disable the Windows recovery environment. Your computers and server are locked now. Those extensions are .RNZ

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 22, 2022

The threat actors obtained the VPN credentials through phishing attacks. Below are the mitigations provided in the alert: Install updates for operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. In one successful attack, the attackers likely exploited an unpatched vulnerability in the organization’s VPN server.

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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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Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

Phishing and Spear Phishing. Despite constant warnings from the cyber security industry, people still fall victim to phishing every day. As cybercrime has become well-funded and increasingly sophisticated, phishing remains one of the most effective methods used by criminals to introduce malware into businesses.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 10, 2022

Observed since: December 2021 Ransomware note: SURTR_README.hta Ransomware extension: surtr Kill Chain: Spear-Phishing > MalDoc > Surtr Ransomware Sample hash: 40e5bb0526169c02126ffa60a09041e5e5453a24b26bc837036748b150fa3fae. Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 28, 2020

Sadly, coronavirus phishing and ransomware hacks already are in high gear. Social engineering invariably is the first step in cyber attacks ranging from phishing and ransomware to business email compromise ( BEC ) scams and advanced persistent threat ( APT ) hacks. Always remember. Never trust. Always question. Always verify.”

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2021

. “According to open-source reporting, DarkSide actors have previously been observed gaining initial access through phishing and exploiting remotely accessible accounts and systems and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) (Phishing [ T1566] , Exploit Public-Facing Application [ T1190 ], External Remote Services [ T1133 ]).[

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 8, 2022

Remcos, short for Remote Control and Surveillance, was leveraged by malicious cyber actors conducting mass phishing campaigns during the COVID-19 pandemic to steal personal data and credentials. physically disconnected) backups of data. Remcos installs a backdoor onto a target system. Enforce MFA. Maintain offline (i.e.,

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Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2021

Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. • Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. • Implement network segmentation.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

As with other “big game” ransomware, the delivery method changes according to the preferences of the group operating it, but among the most common attack vectors are remote desktop protocol (RDP) , phishing , and weaknesses in either software or hardware. ransomware and phishing scams). Implement network segmentation.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Malware, phishing, and web. Phishing is also one of the prominent threats relating to scams and fraudulent offers that arrive in users’ inboxes. Before the device applies the update, it sends a backup to the servers. Knowing the nature of credential stuffing attacks, you will need a highly complex password to stay safe.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Automate Patches and Updates Ensure strong network security by automating regular updates of firewall firmware and installing security patches as soon as they become available. Prioritize testing updates in a controlled environment to confirm compatibility and backup configurations before deploying.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

About 90% of cyber attacks begin with a phishing email, text or malicious link, so training users not to click on anything they’re not sure about could have the highest return on investment (ROI) of any prevention technique — if those training efforts are successful and reinforced. Don’t click on anything you’re unsure of.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2023

Invest in the most impactful measures today and build toward a mature cybersecurity plan tomorrow by: Implementing the highest-priority security controls first: e.g., multifactor authentication (MFA), patch management, data backups, content filtering, etc. Require phishing-resistant MFA. cannot be altered or deleted).

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Attackers often use botnets to send out spam or phishing campaigns to carry out distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. Phishing and Social Engineering. More targeted efforts at specific users or organizations are known as spear phishing. How to Defend Against Phishing. Examples of Phishing Malware Attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 23, 2022

Phishing & Watering Holes. The primary attack vector for most attacks, not just APTs, is to use phishing. Some APTs cast a wide net with general phishing attacks, but others use spear phishing attacks to target specific people and specific companies. See the Best Backup Solutions for Ransomware Protection.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Asset Discovery Controls Unauthorized devices can intercept or redirect network traffic through attacks such as connecting unauthorized computers to the network, deploying packet sniffers to intercept network traffic, or delivering a phishing link to a man-in-the-middle attack to steal login credentials and data.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 28, 2021

Prevent Rely solely on offline backups Disallow unnecessary file sharing. From BIOS and firmware to UEFI code, VBOS is an attack vector that requires more attention. While the design of a unified extensible firmware interface (UEFI) overcame BIOS limitations, both components critical to computer operation are an increasing target.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 25, 2023

Phishing attacks: Deceptive techniques, such as fraudulent emails or websites, trick individuals into revealing sensitive information like credit card and payment information, passwords, or login credentials. Ultimate Guide + Templates appeared first on eSecurityPlanet.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 13, 2022

In attack methods, ransomware authors—while still favoring good old-fashioned social engineering—have started backing away from phishing emails and leaning toward exploiting server, software, and operating system vulnerabilities instead. Install updates/patches to operating systems, software and firmware as soon as they are released.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

The method of infection can vary from attack to attack and can include social engineering strategies, such as phishing and email spoofing , or a fraudulent website masquerading as legitimate, among others. To apply more pressure, the attacker might also encrypt backup files to render them inaccessible.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2022

This is ransomware, starting with a phishing attack. The updates are done through firmware, firmware updates that we get from the vendor. Their security researchers know that maybe they have firmware or maybe they found a program or something somewhere. Well, this is where we're going to start analyzing some firmware.

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SecureList

JULY 28, 2022

In late 2021, we encountered a malicious DXE driver incorporated into several UEFI firmware images that were flagged by our firmware scanner (integrated into Kaspersky products at the start of 2019). Based on our telemetry, the actor initiated the attack by sending a spear-phishing email containing a macro-embedded Word document.

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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. Used active multi-email engagements after effective phishing screenings. Deployed malvertising and SEO poisoning to evade detection tools.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2022

Designed for zero trust and SASE security frameworks Identity-based intrusion detection and prevention ( IDPS ) and access control Automated integrations with leading cloud-hosted security vendors Integrated threat defense for DDoS , phishing , and ransomware attacks Insights into client devices with AI-based discovery and profiling techniques.

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