Malwarebytes

JUNE 19, 2023

ASUS has released firmware updates for several router models fixing two critical and several other security issues. You will find the latest firmware available for download from the ASUS support page or the appropriate product page. The Asuswrt-Merlin New Gen is an open source firmware alternative for Asus routers.

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Security Affairs

JULY 18, 2021

x firmware in an imminent ransomware campaign using stolen credentials.” The exploitation targets a known vulnerability that has been patched in newer versions of firmware.”. The network equipment vendor is now urging customers to update the firmware of their devices as soon as possible. reads the alert published by the company.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 28, 2022

cybersecurity agencies joined their counterparts around the globe to urge organizations to address the top 15 vulnerabilities exploited in 2021. The cybersecurity authorities urged organizations to immediately apply timely patches to their systems and implement a centralized patch management system in order to reduce their attack surface.

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Security Affairs

JULY 15, 2021

x firmware in an imminent ransomware campaign using stolen credentials.” “The exploitation targets a known vulnerability that has been patched in newer versions of firmware.” The network equipment vendor is now urging customers to update the firmware of their devices as soon as possible. “If 34 or 9.0.0.10

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 23, 2022

This challenge has not escaped the global cybersecurity community. Long gone are the days when a security team mainly had to be concerned about network connections getting made internally, on company-owned equipment, or externally, across a VPN connection or a public-facing webpage.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 23, 2022

The flaw is tracked as CVE-2021-36260 and was addressed by Hikvision via a firmware update in September 2021. The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added the vulnerability to its list of known exploited vulnerabilities that should be patched by January 24, 2022. The critical bug received a 9.8 Unpatched.

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Security Affairs

MAY 17, 2022

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency added the recently disclosed remote code execution bug, tracked as CVE-2022-30525 , affecting Zyxel firewalls, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. USG FLEX 50(W) / USG20(W)-VPN ZLD V5.10 VPN series ZLD V4.60 If possible, enable automatic firmware updates.

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2022

Below is the list of vulnerable products and related patches: Affected model Affected firmware version Patch availability USG FLEX 100(W), 200, 500, 700 ZLD V5.00 USG FLEX 50(W) / USG20(W)-VPN ZLD V5.10 VPN series ZLD V4.60 If possible, enable automatic firmware updates. through ZLD V5.21 Patch 1 ZLD V5.30 through ZLD V5.21

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 1, 2021

The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have released guidance and best practices for securing virtual private network (VPN) solutions. What might be most striking about the document is how many security steps and solutions it takes to properly secure VPN connections.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 16, 2024

The problem: Ivanti announced two vulnerabilities that affect Ivanti Connect Secure VPN and Ivanti Policy Secure products. The problem: The United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has announced a vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint that allows a threat actor to escalate their privileges on the network.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 4, 2019

With the largest concentration of cybersecurity expertise –– the “oil” — in the world, Maryland is fast changing from the Old Line State into “Cybersecurity Valley.” The foundation of Silicon Valley was set, and today comparable technology development pieces are being laid in Maryland on the cybersecurity front.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

IoT devices are exposed to cybersecurity vulnerabilities. However, if you know where the dangers lurk, there is a way to minimize the cybersecurity risks. Here are five significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities with IoT in 2020. The cybersecurity issues related to IoT are a brand-new topic in the niche. Poor credentials.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

The flaw, tracked as CVE-2021-40847, resides in the source of a third-party component included in the firmware of many Netgear devices. “For many organizations, SOHO devices typically fly under the radar when it comes to cybersecurity risk management. ” concludes the report.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 23, 2021

A critical vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2021-20019 , in SonicWall VPN appliances was only partially patched last year and could allow a remote attacker to steal sensitive data. The flaw resides in the HTTP/HTTPS service used for product management as well as SSL VPN remote access. “An reads the analysis published by Tripwire.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

“The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has consistently observed Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS)-affiliated cyber threat actors using publicly available information sources and common, well-known tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to target U.S.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

. “Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could cause a denial-of-service condition, and a buffer overflow may allow remote code execution,” reads the advisory published by the US cybersecurity and infrastructure agency (CISA). Also recognize that VPN is only as secure as the connected devices. Pierluigi Paganini.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 20, 2024

It’s also possible that your VPN app will automatically disable the VPN once your device connects to a supposedly trusted Wi-Fi network, according to the researchers at Top10VPN. Use always-active VPN connections and never reuse the same credentials for an SSID.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 22, 2024

The problem: The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) specification has an open-source network implementation, EDK II, with nine discovered vulnerabilities. To exploit CVE-2023-6549, an attacker must find an appliance that’s configured as a gateway, such as a VPN virtual server, or it must be configured as an AAA virtual server.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

JANUARY 17, 2023

A publicly available network may not always have the latest firmware, patch updates on its hardware, or have proper encryption enabled; therefore, if you connect to the network you may be exposing yourself to potential risks. Most likely, it is free and faster than using the data from our phone plan. What are the potential risks?”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Back then, endpoint security focused on computers, which meant the installation of antivirus, malware protection, firewall, and (sometimes) VPN in every computer. Only around a quarter of them are computers and other conventional web-connected devices that have cybersecurity software tools installed in them.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) published a joint cybersecurity advisory warning of AvosLocker ransomware attacks targeting multiple US critical infrastructure. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Consider installing and using a VPN.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 21, 2022

Using misconfigured multi-factor authentication (MFA) and an unpatched Windows vulnerability, Russian state-sponsored hackers were able to breach a non-governmental organization (NGO) and escalate privileges, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the FBI revealed last week. Network Best Practices.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

To help avoid these online risks, it is highly recommended to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs are the baseline cybersecurity tool to safeguard internet-enabled devices and a home network. A VPN provides a secure internet connection, ensuring your browsing data is encrypted for maximum privacy and security.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 23, 2021

Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) warns of flaws in GE Power Management Devices that could allow an attacker to conduct multiple malicious activities on vulnerable systems. Also recognize VPN is only as secure as the connected devices. ” continues the alert.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. Consider installing and using a VPN. Regularly provide users with training on information security principles and techniques as well as overall emerging cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities (i.e. ransomware and phishing scams).

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NopSec

JANUARY 30, 2019

Affected Products According to Cisco Security Advisories: CVE-2019-1653 (information disclosure vulnerability) affects Cisco Small Business RV320 and RV325 WAN VPN Routers running firmware releases 1.4.2.15 and 1.4.2.17. through 1.4.2.19. They have shared an interactive map of these routers.

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Security Affairs

MAY 1, 2021

If you must connect your NAS to the internet, we highly recommend using a trusted VPN or a myQNAPcloud link.” In September, while the AgeLocker ransomware was continuing to target QNAP NAS systems, the Taiwanese vendor urged customers to update the firmware and apps. .” continues the advisory.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 25, 2022

Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Consider installing and using a virtual private network (VPN). Implement a recovery plan to maintain and retain multiple copies of sensitive or proprietary data and servers in a physically separate, segmented, secure location (e.g.,

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Security Affairs

MARCH 16, 2022

“After effectively disabling MFA, Russian state-sponsored cyber actors were able to successfully authenticate to the victim’s virtual private network (VPN) as non-administrator users and make Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) connections to Windows domain controllers [ T1133 ]. ” continues the analysis.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 11, 2021

Clop Ransomware operators plunder US universities Malware attack on Applus blocked vehicle inspections in some US states 2,5M+ users can check whether their data were exposed in Facebook data leak 33.4%

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2021

To prevent attacks: Install security updates for operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. Consider installing and using a VPN. Provide users with training on information security principles and techniques as well as emerging cybersecurity risks. Use multi-factor authentication wherever possible.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 27, 2022

” reads the advisory published by Chinese cybersecurity firm NSFOCUS said. Try using secure VPN networks when remote access is required, and perform adequate access control and auditing. ” “CodeSys has published an official security advisory that has fixed the mentioned vulnerabilities.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Agriculture may not be the first industry you associate with cybersecurity problems, but we all need to aware of the risks created by connecting this ancient part of our food supply chain to the Internet. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. Consider installing and using a VPN.

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Kali Linux

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

We are dedicated to not only advancing our cybersecurity capabilities but also ensuring that the aesthetic appeal of our platform matches the power within. Now, users can effortlessly copy their VPN IP address to the clipboard with just a click , simplifying the workflow and enhancing productivity for our users.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 30, 2024

Set Secure Firewall Rules & ACLs To prevent unwanted access and ensure effective traffic management, secure your firewall through updating firmware to resolve vulnerabilities and adopting proper configurations prior to installing firewalls in production. Sample Windows Defender Firewall prompts for firewall activation 2.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Cybersecurity can be difficult to implement, and to make matters worse, the security professionals needed to do it right are in short supply. Organizations typically decide to outsource cybersecurity for a number of reasons: IT talent shortages make it difficult to hire and retain experienced cybersecurity professionals.

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2021

Update software , including operating systems, applications, and firmware on IT network assets, in a timely manner. other than VPN gateways, mail ports, web ports). For more guidance, refer to Joint Cybersecurity Advisory AA20-183A: Defending Against Malicious Cyber Activity Originating from Tor.

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