eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The problem: Researchers at cybersecurity company Truesec uncovered data that indicated Akira ransomware might be exploiting an old vulnerability within Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD). Changing passwords, secrets, and pre-shared keys. Enabling logging.

VPN 98

VPN DNS Ransomware Software 98

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Server: Provides powerful computing and storage in local, cloud, and data center networks to run services (Active Directory, DNS, email, databases, apps). These controls include: Active Directory (AD): Manages users, groups, and passwords as a fundamental access control for an organization and the basis for most other security tools.

Architecture 103

Architecture Network Security Firewall Risk 103

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. 583% increase in Kerberoasting [password hash cracking] attacks. 64% of managers and higher admit to poor password practices.

Cybersecurity 94

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 94