The Last Watchdog

APRIL 28, 2020

That, of course, presents the perfect environment for cybercrime that pivots off social engineering. Social engineering invariably is the first step in cyber attacks ranging from phishing and ransomware to business email compromise ( BEC ) scams and advanced persistent threat ( APT ) hacks. Always remember.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

In the modern firmware versions, printing from USB is disabled by default. Social engineering a user into printing a malicious document. The opportunities for social engineering are endless: HR printing a CV before a job interview, a receptionist printing a boarding pass, etc.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 17, 2021

The identifier could be obtained via social engineering. The attacker would also need to obtain Kalay UIDs through social engineering or other vulnerabilities in APIs or services that return Kalay UIDs. This varies from device to device but typically is used for device telemetry, firmware updates, and device control.”

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Security Affairs

APRIL 25, 2019

Rockwell has released firmware updates that address the vulnerability for the affected controllers. Below the recommendations published by Rockwell Automation to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability: Update to the latest available firmware revision that addresses the associated risk.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 24, 2022

If malware were installed on the device, it could control the LEDs by blinking and changing colors with firmware commands. The infection of a device can be achieved via supply chain attacks, social engineering techniques, or the use of hardware with installed software or firmware. The data can be textual (e.g.,

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

LockBit ransomware gang claims to have stolen data from PayBito crypto exchange FBI issued a flash alert on Lockbit ransomware operation CISA orders federal agencies to fix actively exploited CVE-2022-21882 Windows flaw Over 500,000 people were impacted by a ransomware attack that hit Morley Ransomware attack hit Swissport International causing delays (..)

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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 14, 2025

To gain access to internal networks, Akira targeted local accounts with disabled multifactor authentication (MFA) and SonicOS firmware versions vulnerable to exploitation, often exposed to the internet for virtual private network (VPN) access.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 17, 2023

CISA and ENISA enhance their Cooperation CISA adds Qlik bugs to exploited vulnerabilities catalog Report: 2.6

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 6, 2022

To address this threat, organizations of all sizes while conducting a risk assessment need to take into account the vulnerabilities of all third-party software or firmware. Now, rapid advancements in social engineering and easy-to-use deep fake technology are enabling attackers to trick more users into falling for their schemes.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 5, 2021

United Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI). UEFI is a specification for the firmware that controls the first stages of booting up a computer, before the operating system is loaded. (It’s It’s a replacement for the more widely-known BIOS.)

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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). The attackers study their victims carefully and use the information they find to frame social engineering attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Such hackers don’t bother with social engineering or complex scenarios that only give a low success rate. It can even attack the chip’s firmware and provide root access on the device, which gives more privileges and capabilities than the user. They already have backdoors.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

There is no need for social engineering , as the program can implant backdoors directly without forced consent. It can even access the chip’s firmware to gain root access on the device, a significant privilege escalation. Zero-click attacks remove this hurdle.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

These ignored, forgotten, and un-updated (OS/firmware) connected devices can become vulnerabilities exploited by cybercriminals to gain access to networks and cloud resources. The post The State of Endpoint Security Management in 2022: It’s Worse Than You Suspect appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 9, 2023

million vehicles (start engine, disable starter, unlock, read device location, flash and update firmware). No matter what your angle of attack, whether your interest is in social engineering, pranking, system tampering, or data collection, there’s potentially something for everyone. Are these issues still a problem?

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 28, 2021

From BIOS and firmware to UEFI code, VBOS is an attack vector that requires more attention. While the design of a unified extensible firmware interface (UEFI) overcame BIOS limitations, both components critical to computer operation are an increasing target. Current Target: VBOS. Malicious Cloud Applications.

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SecureList

JULY 28, 2022

In late 2021, we encountered a malicious DXE driver incorporated into several UEFI firmware images that were flagged by our firmware scanner (integrated into Kaspersky products at the start of 2019). Our two private reports provided technical information on the Windows and SPARC variants respectively. Final thoughts.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 23, 2022

More sophisticated attack methods: Attacks on IoT will become more advanced and harder to defend against as attackers begin to specialize in certain areas (reconnaissance, social engineering, graphic design). Secure Firmware Updates Are a Necessity for Resilient IoT Deployments. Related Posts.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Modern-day attacks increasingly target the firmware and boot stages of computing systems, aiming to compromise devices long before the operating system is fully functional. Firmware Integrity Checks: Firmware sits between the hardware and software, making it an attractive target for attackers.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

According to Google TAG’s blog, this actor used highly sophisticated social engineering, approached security researchers through social media, and delivered a compromised Visual Studio project file or lured them to their blog where a Chrome exploit was waiting for them. Firmware vulnerabilities.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

However, we decided not to update the toy immediately in order to explore what could be extracted from the older firmware version. ADB Activation We analyzed the configuration files contained in the firmware memory chip and found a setting called “ENABLE_ADB=N.” The ADB service is disabled.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

The fix: Upgrade to SonicWall’s firmware updates for Gen 5 (to version 5.9.2.14-13o), Google Reveals Actively Exploited Chrome Flaw in V8 Engine Type of vulnerability: Inappropriate implementation bug. Users must examine their camera firmware and seek alternative or extra security steps to reduce risk.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

In July, we reported a rootkit that we found in modified Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) firmware, the code that loads and initiates the boot process when the computer is turned on. The group delivers its malware using social engineering. They stay at the top of search engine results using SEO.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 18, 2023

Usually, this involves some crafty social engineering, like spear phishing or setting up a watering hole to deliver custom malware. This could be anything from figuring out whether there's sensitive data or information worth stealing to making a hit list of employees or ex-employees. Step 2 : Infiltration.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 18, 2024

Or junk it if EOL: Two nasty vulnerabilities need an update—pronto. The post ASUS Router User? Patch ASAP! appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureList

MARCH 1, 2021

In their campaigns to infect mobile devices, cybercriminals always resort to social engineering tools, the most common of these passing a malicious application off as another, popular and desirable one. The manufacturer of the mobile device preloads an adware application or a component with the firmware. Trends of the year.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 23, 2023

For example, a network and firewall penetration testing expert will be unlikely to also have expertise to test web applications for SQL injection , or to understand internet-of-things (IoT) firmware hacking.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Automate Patches and Updates Ensure strong network security by automating regular updates of firewall firmware and installing security patches as soon as they become available. Why It Matters Preventing social engineering attacks requires user awareness.

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Pen Test Partners

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H Product: H685t-w Vulnerable Firmware Version: 3.2.334 Links: CVE-2024-45682 icsa-24-261-02 Proroute changelogs Description Two authenticated command injection vulnerabilities have been identified in the H685t-w-P2 Compact 4G router running firmware version 3.2.334. High) CVSS: 3.1/ Medium) CVSS:3.1/

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 23, 2022

APTs will contain a cyberattack component, but APTs also commonly include confidence schemes, social engineering , physical access to facilities , bribes, extortion, and other methods to gain system access. Some attackers can even hide outside of the operating system and beyond the scope of most malware detection.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 2, 2022

Combined with social media propaganda, social engineering targeting, and email phishing attacks, these threat vectors could change the course of the battle well before a single shot is fired. Most firmwares devices focus on the functionality of the component with minimal onboard security protection.

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Chicago CyberSecurity Training

JULY 1, 2023

Be sure to avoid passphrases that may include information that can be easily gathered about you via social engineering. Phrases are easier to remember, hard to crack, and offer stronger protection for your online accounts. For example, avoid using personally identifiable information, pet/family names, or school names.

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Kali Linux

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Wireless firmware has been updated, and Magisk firmware flashing is now patched. rizin-cutter - reverse engineering platform powered by rizin This is new tools, there are numerous updates to existing tools. Pinebook Pro images have firmware to support the new wireless card on more recent models.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

For instance, in January, Apple shared that CVE-2024-23222 , a remote code execution vulnerability in Safari’s browsing engine, may have been used in cyberattacks. Additionally, IoT devices frequently run on embedded systems with firmware that can be easily analyzed for vulnerabilities.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 26, 2024

Big BIOS bother: Hundreds of PC models from vendors such as HP, Lenovo, Dell, Intel, Acer and Gigabyte shipped with useless boot protection—using private keys that aren’t private. The post PKfail: 800+ Major PC Models have Insecure ‘Secure Boot’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

These malicious apps constitute a risk for customers and developers alike—and they can be easily found online using the most common search engines. 100% NOT a pyramid scheme Social media pages are not the only concern when it comes to brand and logo theft.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

Research efforts will also scale across applications, operating systems, firmware, and hardware. Attackers will leverage AI for more scalable and effective social engineering attacks, disinformation campaigns, vulnerability discovery, and exploit amplification. In 2024: 1. In 2024: 1.

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