Security Affairs

JUNE 1, 2023

“Improper error message handling in Zyxel ZyWALL/USG series firmware versions 4.60 through 4.73, VPN series firmware versions 4.60 through 5.35, USG FLEX series firmware versions 4.60 through 5.35, and ATP series firmware versions 4.60 Mirai botnets are frequently used to conduct DDoS attacks.”

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Krebs on Security

MAY 22, 2023

Shortly after that, those same servers came under a sustained distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack. Chaput said whoever was behind the DDoS was definitely not using point-and-click DDoS tools, like a booter or stresser service. “On Twitter, more spam and crypto scam.”

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

The botnet was created to launch DDoS attacks and to insert advertisements in the legitimate HTTP traffic of the victims, most of which are in China (96%). Every time a vendor made some attempts to address the problem, the botmaster pushed out multiple firmware updates on the fiber routers to maintain their control.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

But the NCSC warns that it is likely that Sandworm is capable of compiling the same or very similar malware for other architectures and firmware. Among the latest attacks on Ukraine was a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack. All WatchGuard appliances should be updated to the latest version of Fireware OS.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 25, 2023

In March, TP-Link released a firmware update to address multiple issues, including this vulnerability. The Mirai botnet that is behind the attacks observed by ZDI is focused on launching DDoS attacks, it has the capability to target Valve Source Engine (VSE). ” continues the report. .” ” continues the report.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 23, 2022

The vulnerability is an unauthenticated Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability in Hikvision IP camera/NVR firmware, it was discovered by a security researcher that goes online with the moniker “Watchful IP.”. The expert confirmed that every firmware developed since 2016 has been tested and found to be vulnerable.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Unlike other IoT DDoS botnets, Ttint implements 12 remote access functions such as Socket5 proxy for router devices, tampering with router firewall and DNS settings, executing remote custom system commands. According to the experts, Tenda routers running a firmware version between AC9 to AC18 are vulnerable to the attack.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 14, 2022

It directly affected satellite modems firmwares , but was still to be understood as of mid-March. Taking sides: professional ransomware groups, hacktivists, and DDoS attacks. As has always been the case, wartime has a very specific impact on the information landscape.

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Security Affairs

MAY 14, 2023

ransom Dragon Breath APT uses double-dip DLL sideloading strategy International Press Cybercrime San Bernardino County pays $1.1-million ransom Dragon Breath APT uses double-dip DLL sideloading strategy International Press Cybercrime San Bernardino County pays $1.1-million

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 22, 2022

com) with links to the bot was among the 48 domains associated with DDoS-for-hire services seized by the FBI in December. The most recent variant spotted by Microsoft spreads by exploiting vulnerabilities in Apache and Apache Spark ( CVE-2021-42013 and CVE-2022-33891 respectively) and also supports new DDoS attack capabilities.

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Security Affairs

JULY 16, 2022

Critical flaw in Netwrix Auditor application allows arbitrary code execution CISA urges to fix multiple critical flaws in Juniper Networks products Threat actors exploit a flaw in Digium Phone Software to target VoIP servers Tainted password-cracking software for industrial systems used to spread P2P Sality bot Experts warn of attacks on sites using (..)

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

In some cases, the gang also threatened and conducted distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks during negotiations. In some cases, AvosLocker negotiators also threaten and launche distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks during negotiations, likely when the victims are not cooperating, to convince them to comply with their demands.

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Security Affairs

MAY 21, 2023

X Master Password Dumper (CVE-2023-32784) Malware RapperBot DDoS Botnet Expands into Cryptojacking Newly identified RA Group compromises companies in U.S. X Master Password Dumper (CVE-2023-32784) Malware RapperBot DDoS Botnet Expands into Cryptojacking Newly identified RA Group compromises companies in U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 20, 2022

The primary goal of all this malware is to compromise the devices and systems, pull them into a botnet and use them for distributed denial-of-services (DDoS) attacks, Maganu wrote. That echoes similar reports that have shown an increase in DDoS attacks worldwide. Also read: Top 8 DDoS Protection Service Providers for 2022.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Mirai then carried out a massive distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks that knocked down Twitter, Netflix, PayPal and other major web properties. I asked Hanna about what individual citizens and small business owners can do, and he indicated that staying generally informed should be enough.

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Security Affairs

JULY 31, 2022

and Blackmatter ransomware U.S. increased rewards for info on North Korea-linked threat actors to $10 million Threat actors leverages DLL-SideLoading to spread Qakbot malware Zero Day attacks target online stores using PrestaShop? and Blackmatter ransomware U.S.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 13, 2022

LockBit ransomware group claims to have hacked Bridgestone Americas Attackers use website contact forms to spread BazarLoader malware Russian Internet watchdog Roskomnadzor is going to ban Instagram Ubisoft suffered a cyber security incident that caused a temporary disruption Anonymous hacked Roskomnadzor agency revealing Russian disinformation Open (..)

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

According to the researchers, in the last months of 2019, the botnet was mainly involved in DDoS attacks. The botnet supports the following capabilities: DDoS attack Collecting Bot Information Execute the payload of the specified URL Update the sample from the specified URL Execute system or custom commands.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 25, 2023

The SOCKS (or SOCKS5) protocol allows Internet users to channel their Web traffic through a proxy server, which then passes the information on to the intended destination. The contact information on Crismaru’s LinkedIn page says his company websites include myiptest[.]com, SocksEscort[.]com WHO’S BEHIND SOCKSESCORT?

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SecureList

MARCH 14, 2022

While most of the current attacks are of low complexity – such as DDoS or attacks using commodity and low-quality tools – more sophisticated attacks exist also, and more are expected to come. We also covered unknown and unattributed attacks and hacktivist activity taking place in the same timeframe.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

It also has different DDoS functionality. The BotenaGo malware starts by initializing global infection counters that will be printed to the screen, informing the hacker about total successful infections.(Figure Using this information, we can see the results of some of the attacks with Wireshark (see figures 12 and 13).

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 11, 2024

These families are a particularly formidable threat to the public sector — in the form of distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. For instance, threat actors can weaponize IoT botnets to execute DDoS attacks targeting essential services and government websites. The threat landscape will only become more nuanced and complicated.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 12, 2022

Commercial satellites provide us with the ability to establish services like Internet access, television, GPS, and scientific information about the weather and other processes in the atmosphere and on the surface. Strengthen the security of operating systems, software, and firmware, including vulnerability and patch management.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 10, 2021

But in the case of IOT devices or home gateways, the situation is much worse as most users are not tech savvy and even those who are do not get informed about potential vulnerabilities and patches to apply.” Common in all the affected devices is firmware from Arcadyan, a communications device maker. A Pattern of Exploits.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 24, 2022

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 20, 2021

According to the researchers, in the last months of 2019, the botnet was mainly involved in DDoS attacks. Organizations using Netgear, Huawei, and ZTE network devices are recommended to keep their firmware up to date and use strong passwords. Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 16, 2021

HTTP flooding is a kind of DDoS attack in which the attacker sends a large number of HTTP requests to the targeted server to overwhelm it. UDP flooding is a type of DDoS attack in which an attacker sends several UDP packets to the victim server as a means of exhausting it. HTTP flooding module. Figure 1: HTTP flooder module.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

After the attacks came to light, the manufacturer promptly released a firmware update for configuring verification of incoming requests. In December, Canada’s Laurentian University reported a DDoS attack. Educational institutions are recommended to use anti-DDoS solutions and strong firewall settings, and partner up with ISPs.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 30, 2019

A Russian security researcher accidentally discovered API and firmware issues that allowed her to take over all Xiaomi FurryTail pet feeders. The Russian security researcher Anna Prosvetova, from Saint Petersburg, has accidentally discovered API and firmware issues that allowed her to take over all Xiaomi FurryTail pet feeders.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 4, 2022

All the affected models have a patched firmware available for download on the vendor’s website.” . “The attack can lead to a full compromise of the device and may lead to a network breach and unauthorized access to internal resources. Leak of the sensitive data stored on the router (keys, administrative passwords, etc.)

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SecureList

MAY 10, 2021

Botnet operators use infected devices to carry out DDoS attacks or mine cryptocurrency. In Q1 2021, cybercriminals also found a host of new tools for amplifying DDoS attacks. RDP servers listening on UDP port 3389 were used to amplify DDoS attacks. Alas, not all users of vulnerable programs and devices install updates promptly.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

The hardware of the terminals is equipped with Shenzen technology, while the firmware is based on BusyBox Linux Debian. . According to Kunz, more than one million devices are potentially at risk, an attacker can trigger the flaws to build a huge botnet that could be used to launch powerful DDoS attacks. ” continues the experts.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Recently Check Point researchers warned of a surge in the DDoS attacks against education institutions and the academic industry across the world. Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->. Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2022

This information helps attackers identify the details of the compromised company and assists in the delivery of the ransom message to the victim. However, they also use some less common tactics, like threats of DDoS and discounts for fast payment, both of which play directly on a victim’s initial panic.

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Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Distributed denial of service attacks (DDoS) are a very likely mode of attack. There is little you can do in the event we experience widespread DDoS attacks, but one tip is to buy a good book series or a few board games since it might take a while to get the internet working again. Update Everything.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

It can even attack the chip’s firmware and provide root access on the device, which gives more privileges and capabilities than the user. the introspection feature reveals non-public information and is sometimes enabled on production by mistake. You may have heard about the Pegasus software created by the NSO Group.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Every item in the inventory gets an RFID tag, and each tag has a unique identification number (UID) with encoded digital information about the item. DDoS attacks : these IoT security breaches in an enterprise environment are some of the most harmful as they can shut down the entire enterprise. . Related posts.

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