SecureList

APRIL 22, 2024

Diagram of SSH tunnel creation SoftEther VPN The next tool that the attackers used for tunneling was the server utility (VPN Server) from the SoftEther VPN package. To launch the VPN server, the attackers used the following files: vpnserver_x64.exe IP Country + ASN Net name Net Description Address Email 103.27.202[.]85

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Keys, such as strong passwords, unique codes, or biometric scans, can be given to trusted individuals to access your resources from a distance. The technologies for secure remote access can range from VPNs and multi-factor authentication to more advanced access and zero trust controls. Avoid using default or simple-to-guess passwords.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 30, 2021

Then a global pandemic came along and laid bare just how brittle company VPNs truly are. Criminal hackers recognized the golden opportunity presented by hundreds of millions employees suddenly using a company VPN to work from home and remotely connect to an array of business apps. Two sweeping trends resulted: one bad, one good.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 4, 2021

Use a corporate or personal Wi-Fi hotspot with strong authentication and encryption whenever possible, use HTTPS and a VPN when it isn’t. Wi-Fi and encryption. Even if a public Wi-Fi network requires a password, it might not encrypt traffic going over it. Please encrypt your traffic. Other interfaces.

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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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Cisco Security

AUGUST 24, 2023

Cisco is aware of reports that Akira ransomware threat actors have been targeting Cisco VPNs that are not configured for multi-factor authentication to infiltrate organizations, and we have observed instances where threat actors appear to be targeting organizations that do not configure multi-factor authentication for their VPN users.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 19, 2022

UPnP is an insecure protocol, it uses network UDP multicasts, and doesn’t support encryption and authentication. “It is recommended that your QNAP NAS stay behind your router and firewall without a public IP address. Only use encrypted HTTPS or other types of secure connections (SSH, etc.).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

Learn about strong password creation, multi-factor authentica-tion, secure browsing habits, and data encryption. Avoid sharing sensitive information on public Wi-Fi networks and use a virtual private network (VPN) when connecting to public networks. Utilize a password manager to securely store and generate strong passwords.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 5, 2023

But when you're out and about, a mobile firewall can manage the flow of traffic in and out of your device. Use a password manager Don’t forget to take your password manager and your 2FA device with you. Nothing can kill the buzz like having to go through umpteen “I forgot my password” routines.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 1, 2023

To prevent unwanted access and protect data in transit, wireless connections must be secured with strong authentication procedures, encryption protocols, access control rules, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and other security measures. As a result, wireless networks are prone to eavesdropping, illegal access and theft.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 22, 2022

The Daixin Team group gains initial access to victims through virtual private network (VPN) servers. In one successful attack, the attackers likely exploited an unpatched vulnerability in the organization’s VPN server. In another compromise, the group leveraged on compromised credentials to access a legacy VPN server.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption uses mathematical algorithms to transform and encode data so that only authorized parties can access it. What Encryption Is and How It Relates to Cryptology The science of cryptography studies codes, how to create them, and how to solve them. How Does Encryption Process Data? How Does Encryption Process Data?

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Remember, sometimes a little common sense goes a lot further than the fanciest encryption out there. Ransomware is another significant threat, where attackers encrypt an organization's data and demand payment for its release. Nonprofits should also consider investing in a virtual private network, also known as a VPN.

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Anton on Security

JUNE 10, 2022

There are people moving to “next-gen” firewalls (a great innovation of 2005) in 2022. To further illustrate this point, one of the innovations sandbox participants showed the slide that mentioned that the VPN market alone today is larger than the entirety of all cloud security markets, defined broadly and loosely, and then rounded upwards.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

OCTOBER 16, 2020

During the COVID-19 pandemic for example, you may use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to connect to your organization’s network as if you’re sitting in the office, or you might use Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) to connect to your computer that’s now collecting dust on your office desk. VPNs continue to be problematic as well.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

The Iranian hackers belong to an Iran-based threat actor that was behind attacks exploiting vulnerabilities in Pulse Secure VPN, Citrix Application Delivery Controller (ADC) and Gateway , and F5’s BIG-IP ADC products. The malware used by the threat actors includes the ChunkyTuna, Tiny, and China Chopper web shells.

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Duo's Security Blog

MAY 11, 2022

And certain VPN clients or remote access agents perform posture checks to enforce device-based access policies. But organizations are moving their applications to the cloud, allowing BYOD and contractor devices for work, and reducing their reliance on VPN for remote access. Administrators can set access policies based on device health.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 22, 2023

If you can mandate strong password policies and multi-factor authentication (MFA) for systems and data, you'll work wonders in preserving valuable data in transit. Enforce enterprise-grade antivirus, firewalls, and internet security software across all connected devices.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Within an office environment, workers have a number of protections, such as the company firewall and regularly updated infrastructure. Invest in a strong VPN. A VPN can provide access to a remote company server, as well as other systems, tools, and software. Without these protections, remote staff can potentially be vulnerable.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Thus, it would be best if you secured all networks by incorporating firewalls and advanced encryption technology. If you have to work remotely, avoid using public Wi-Fi and activate a VPN (Virtual Private Network). Let your staff know about the significance of maintaining strong and unique passwords. Human Resources.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 20, 2019

VPN or Virtual Private Network is the most secure way of connecting with the online world. VPN also provides an encrypted tunnel for all your online activities and closes all doors for spies and cybercriminals. VPN also provides an encrypted tunnel for all your online activities and closes all doors for spies and cybercriminals.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 10, 2023

The ISO file also contains a decoy Word document that has an XOR-encrypted section. The KamiKakaBot loader uses this section to decrypt the XOR-encrypted content from the decoy file then writes the decrypted XML KamiKakaBot payload into the disk (C:Windowstemp) and executes it via a living-off-the-land binary called MsBuild.exe ( 7 ).

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 23, 2021

Pulse Secure VPN. According to its investigation, the threat actor connected to the entity’s network via a Pulse Secure Virtual Private Network (VPN) appliance. The cached credentials are normally protected by encryption unless they are marked as exportable. Implement Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS).

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Use a VPN to Protect Online Communications. With this new mobility, organizations should make it a requirement for all employees to use a virtual private network (VPN) on their work devices, ensuring company assets and communications are secure. Top 3 online security tips for remote workers.

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Security Affairs

MAY 11, 2020

To maximize your network security, always protect your router with a unique password and use an encrypted network. The firewall should also be enabled on all devices in the loop. The employees must use either face recognition or fingerprint recognition, along with their passwords, to get access to their accounts.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 19, 2023

For example, encryption keys, administrator passwords, and other critical information are stored in the Azure Key Vault in FIPS 140-2 Level 2-validated hardware security modules (HSMs).

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 22, 2021

Each account should also be protected with a strong password and businesses should provide users with anti-malware and anti-virus software. . On top of having antivirus software, employees should also ensure that their firewall is enabled and their ‘sharing’ setting is turned off. Maintain Password Hygiene .

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Attack vectors There are two main IoT infection routes: brute-forcing weak passwords and exploiting vulnerabilities in network services. A successful password cracking enables hackers to execute arbitrary commands on a device and inject malware. Unfortunately, users tend to leave these passwords unchanged.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 4, 2020

The affiliates used to deliver the threat via brute-forcing attacks on RDP servers or exploiting known vulnerabilities in VPN servers and firewalls. Two of the most common vulnerabilities exploited by actors using Netwalker are Pulse Secure VPN (CVE-2019-11510) and Telerik UI (CVE-2019-18935).” continues the alert.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Even harmless details, such as pet names or birthplaces, can be used by hackers to reset passwords. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated password manager apps. Fully utilize firewall capabilities. Corporate data should be accessed only through an organization's VPN connection.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 10, 2022

There are people moving to “next-gen” firewalls (a great innovation of 2005) in 2022. To further illustrate this point, one of the innovations sandbox participants showed the slide that mentioned that the VPN market alone today is larger than the entirety of all cloud security markets, defined broadly and loosely, and then rounded upwards.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

We use passwords to authenticate our users, run antivirus to keep malware off our endpoints , monitor our networks, and implement firewalls so we can have multiple defenses against attackers. In its default configurations, older versions of RDP do not use encryption to pass through credentials and session keys.

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Cisco Security

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Pre-ransomware is when we have observed a ransomware attack is about to happen, but the encryption of files has not yet taken place. . In one engagement this quarter, passwords were reset through a management console of a perimeter firewall that a disgruntled employee had access to. .

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Security Affairs

MARCH 12, 2020

The Zyxel Cloud CNM SecuManager is a comprehensive network management software that provides an integrated console to manage security gateways including the ZyWALL USG and VPN Series. Also, there is no firewall by default.” This allows an attacker to MITM and decrypt the encrypted traffic.”

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 4, 2020

The affiliates used to deliver the threat via brute-forcing attacks on RDP servers or exploiting known vulnerabilities in VPN servers and firewalls. Two of the most common vulnerabilities exploited by actors using Netwalker are Pulse Secure VPN (CVE-2019-11510) and Telerik UI (CVE-2019-18935).” continues the alert.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Only some deeper scrutiny can reveal that an encryption protocol is the missing piece of the puzzle, which means that the connection is insecure and the attacker can tamper with all communications. If that's a no-go for whatever reason, a Wi-Fi VPN can do the heavy lifting in terms of traffic encryption.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 23, 2023

Consider employing password-less MFA that replace passwords with two or more verification factors (e.g., Anomalous VPN device logins or other suspicious logins. disabling features, introduction of new firewall rules) and take automated actions as soon as they occur. Stop malicious encryption.

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