Security Affairs

MARCH 20, 2025

Veeam released security patches for a critical Backup & Replication vulnerability that could let attackers remotely execute code. Veeam addressed a critical security vulnerability, tracked asCVE-2025-23120 (CVSS score of 9.9), impacting its Backup & Replication software that could lead to remote code execution.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 12, 2023

Information privacy and information security are two different things. Related: Tapping hidden pools of security talent Information privacy is the ability to control who (or what) can view or access information that is collected about you or your customers. They take all this private information, and then they sell it.

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The Hacker News

JUNE 3, 2025

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has released security updates to address as many as eight vulnerabilities in its StoreOnce data backup and deduplication solution that could result in an authentication bypass and remote code execution.

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Security Affairs

JULY 15, 2024

Multiple ransomware groups were spotted exploiting a vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2023-27532, in Veeam Backup & Replication. impacts the Veeam Backup & Replication component. Once inside the network, the attacker created a user named “backup” and added it to the Administrator group to secure elevated privileges.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 12, 2023

a leader in ultra-secure backup and recovery, is tackling the pressing data protection and security challenges faced by organizations utilizing the thousands of Software as a Service (SaaS) applications on the market today. Implementing a backup strategy with high-frequency, incremental backups is crucial to minimize data loss.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Regular backups ensure that businesses can recover quickly from ransomware attacks or other data loss incidents. The 3-2-1 rule recommends: 3 – Keeping 3 copies of any important file: 1 primary and 2 backups. Tip 5: Backing Up Data Regularly Data loss can be devastating for small businesses. 1 – Storing 1 copy offsite (e.g.,

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Joseph Steinberg

APRIL 7, 2025

And, of course, all versions of Cybersecurity For Dummies also help guide people to recovering in the event that their computers, phones, or information has already been compromised.

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Security Affairs

MAY 22, 2024

A critical security vulnerability in Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager could allow threat actors to bypass authentication. A critical vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-29849 (CVSS score: 9.8), in Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager could allow attackers to bypass authentication. ” reads the advisory published by the vendor.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 19, 2022

Do you know, for example, where all of your backups are – even the ones made years ago? If the data in any such backups contains information that remains sensitive, the backups need to be located, decrypted, re-encrypted, and the originals properly destroyed (or properly wiped and overwritten).

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Sophos reports ransomware operators are exploiting a critical code execution flaw in Veeam Backup & Replication. Sophos researchers warn that ransomware operators are exploiting the critical vulnerability CVE-2024-40711 in Veeam Backup & Replication to create rogue accounts and deploy malware. reads the advisory.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 11, 2020

Yes, good people of the Windows world, it’s time once again to backup and patch up! More information on CVE-2020-1337, including a video demonstration of a proof-of-concept exploit, is available here. More information on those updates is available here.

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 9, 2021

Security experts now are desperately trying to reach tens of thousands of victim organizations with a single message: Whether you have patched yet or have been hacked, backup any data stored on those servers immediately. “The sooner they can run a backup, the better. AVERTING MASS-RANSOMWARE.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 11, 2024

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit code for a Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager authentication bypass flaw CVE-2024-29849 is publicly available. Researcher Sina Kheirkha analyzed the Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager authentication bypass flaw CVE-2024-29849 and a proof of concept exploit for this issue.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 13, 2025

Compromised data includes full names, contact details, ID numbers, banking information, drivers license numbers, medical records and passport details. The company engaged top cybersecurity and forensic experts, informed authorities, and is actively supporting affected stakeholders. The gang claimed the theft of 2 TB of data.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Compromised LLM-based applications could expose large amounts of personal information, disrupt essential services, or lead to manipulations of decision-making processes. With adversaries destroying backups to increase extortion payouts, recovery will grow harder and slower, emphasizing the need for stronger security controls and architecture.

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Joseph Steinberg

JULY 21, 2022

And, of course, all versions of CyberSecurity For Dummies will also help guide you in the event that your information has already been compromised. Step-by-step instructions on how to create data backups and implement strong encryption. ? Basic information that every aspiring cybersecurity professional needs to know.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The flaw is an OS command injection vulnerability in HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync , a remote attacker could exploit it to execute arbitrary code commands on vulnerable devices. x and was addressed in HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync 25.1.1.673 and later “An OS command injection vulnerability has been reported to affect HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 6, 2025

This ransomware is known for employing double extortion tactics, which means they encrypt victims’ data while also threatening to release sensitive information unless a ransom is paid. And since the backups that were made by a third party turned out to be incomplete, they were also unable to inform affected patients.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 10, 2025

Backups are insufficient; IPS is recommended for protection. Loretto identified the impacted individuals and notified them by mail on March 15, 2023, offering guidance on protecting their information. The exposed information consisted of security camera footage of a small number of patients. Victims include AMD and Keralty.

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Adam Levin

JUNE 4, 2021

You would think that ExaGrid, a backup appliance and anti-ransomware service might know how to avoid ransomware, but it was hit. . million for the decryption of 800GB of “important information.” . Their original terms were $7.5

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

A stolen or lost device is stressful enough without having to worry about confidential information. Make sure you have backups that are as recent as possible and that are easy to deploy. Know what legal body you need to inform in case of a breach. Both can be used to protect your network.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 25, 2025

“The key objective of the enemy was not achieved: train movement is stable, running on time without delays, and all operational processes are running in backup mode. “Since Ukrzaliznytsia has been a target of cyberattacks before, the company has implemented backup protocols.” ” continues the company.

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Security Affairs

MAY 24, 2025

“The cyber threat actor Silent Ransom Group (SRG), also known as Luna Moth, Chatty Spider, and UNC3753, is targeting law firms using information technology (IT) themed social engineering calls, and callback phishing emails, to gain remote access to systems or devices and steal sensitive data to extort the victims.”

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 8, 2021

– CVE-2021-31955 , an information disclosure bug in the Windows Kernel. “This can be hugely damaging in the event of ransomware attacks, where high privileges can enable the attackers to stop or destroy backups and other security tools,” Breen said. So do yourself a favor and backup before installing any patches.

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Schneier on Security

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Last August, LastPass reported a security breach, saying that no customer information—or passwords—were compromised.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Bitdefender observed an attack on a healthcare organization, where threat actors encrypted Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server devices, including backups. This policy ensures BitLocker can’t be enabled without the recovery information being securely stored, reducing the risk of BitLocker-based attacks.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Venus indicated it recently had success with a method that involves carefully editing one or more email inbox files at a victim firm — to insert messages discussing plans to trade large volumes of the company’s stock based on non-public information. “One of my clients did it, I don’t know how. ” . ”

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Security Affairs

JUNE 4, 2025

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) addressed multiple flaws in its StoreOnce data backup and deduplication solution. HPE has released security patches for eight vulnerabilities in its StoreOnce backup solution. These issues could allow remote code execution, authentication bypass, data leaks, and more. ” reads the advisory.

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Adam Levin

AUGUST 26, 2020

Consider researching the alternatives to Zoom to have a backup service in place if there’s another outage. Having a list of contacts available to inform others of an outage, change of plans, and an alternative means of meeting is a good way to minimize disruption.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Veeam Service Provider Console (VSPC) is a management and monitoring solution designed for service providers offering backup, disaster recovery, and cloud services. In November, researchers reported that a critical flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-40711, in Veeam Backup & Replication (VBR) was exploited to deploy Frag ransomware.

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Adam Levin

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

The personal information of 540,000 sports referees, league officials, and school representatives has been compromised following a ransomware attack targeting a software vendor for the athletics industry.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Exchange server ordeal Take what recently happened to iConnect Consulting , a San Francisco-based supplier of Laboratory Information Management System ( LIMs ) consulting services. iConnect faced a major disruption of its Exchange services, stemming from a corrupted RAID drive and extending into their backups. Backup strategies.

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Joseph Steinberg

APRIL 21, 2022

It is no secret that cybersecurity professionals universally recommend that people, businesses, and governments employ strong encryption as one of several methods of protecting sensitive information.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

In a stunning blow to the city’s cybersecurity defenses, Columbus, Ohio, recently became the target of a massive cyberattack that exposed over half a million residents’ sensitive information. terabytes of sensitive information compromised, the breach affected approximately 500,000 residents, nearly 55% of the city’s population.

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Daniel Miessler

DECEMBER 24, 2022

If you follow Information Security at all you are surely aware of the LastPass breach situation. It started back in August of 2022 as a fairly common breach notification on a blog, but it, unfortunately, turned into more of a blog series.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 25, 2021

We are actively investigating the issue and will provide an updated advisory when we have more information.” The My Book Live and My Book Live Duo devices received its final firmware update in 2015. We understand that our customers’ data is very important.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Then think about all the content that you share on these devices every day; much of it likely contains sensitive or critical information that, in the wrong hands, could lead to serious damage with long-lasting impact. Protect your privacy in your online activities Sharing information has become commonplace in our digital lives.

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