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SecureList
JULY 25, 2022
One of the main draws towards malware nested in such low levels of the operating system is that it is extremely difficult to detect and, in the case of firmware rootkits, will ensure a computer remains in an infected state even if the operating system is reinstalled or the user replaces the machine’s hard drive entirely.
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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Security Affairs
JULY 13, 2019
The campaign uncovered by Avast aimed at silently modifying the Brazilian users’ Domain Name System (DNS) settings to redirect victims to malicious websites mimicking legitimate ones. ” reads a blog post published by Avast. Most recently, Netflix became a popular domain for DNS hijackers.” concludes Avast.
Security Affairs
MAY 11, 2023
An attacker could also use these vulnerabilities to access and control networked smart devices (security cameras, thermostats, smart locks), change router settings including credentials or DNS settings, or use a compromised network to launch attacks against other devices or networks.” ” reads the advisory published by NETGEAR.
Security Boulevard
JUNE 21, 2023
Pre-Installed Malware In Firmware Because the malware is "baked into" the firmware, it's no easy feat to remove the malware, or even possible. A Pi-hole generally runs on a Raspberry Pi (hence the name) and acts as the DNS resolver for the devices on your home network.
Security Affairs
MAY 16, 2023
The platform provides real-time monitoring and control, it also supports advanced features such as device management, software and firmware updates, GPS tracking, and data visualization. The compromised industrial devices may also be used to launch attacks against other devices or networks.” ” reads the advisory from CISA.
SecureList
MAY 27, 2022
MoonBounce: the dark side of UEFI firmware. Late last year, we became aware of a UEFI firmware-level compromise through logs from our firmware scanner (integrated into Kaspersky products at the start of 2019). Targeted attacks. Since 2018, we have been tracking Roaming Mantis – a threat actor that targets Android devices.
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