eSecurity Planet

APRIL 15, 2024

Threats range from severe weaknesses in Ivanti’s VPN appliances to zero-day exploits in popular software such as Palo Alto Networks’ PAN-OS and Telegram’s Windows client. You can strengthen your cybersecurity defenses by using reliable antivirus software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and virtual private networks (VPNs).

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Identity IQ

MARCH 9, 2023

The hacker is following the victim’s keystrokes every step of the way, including taking note of any usernames, passwords and financial information the victim is typing. Connecting to a fake hotspot may unknowingly give criminals access to your personal information, including passwords, bank account information, and other sensitive data.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 27, 2021

A similar type of attack just played out against an Enterprise Password Management tool called Passwordstate. Supply chain cyberattack against password manager Passwordstate. Affected customers' password records may have been harvested.". Manual Upgrades of Passwordstate are not compromised.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 1, 2023

CISA reassures the public that there is currently no known risk to the municipality's drinking water or water supply. These recommendations include: Change all default passwords on PLCs and HMIs. Ensure the Unitronics PLC default password '1111' is not in use. The utility's general manager, Robert J.

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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

APRIL 26, 2024

Perimeter security tools include: Firewalls: Filter traffic and monitor access based upon firewall rules and policies for the network, network segment, or assets protected by different types of firewalls. These techniques can use built-in software features (for firewalls, operating systems, etc.)

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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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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 1, 2021

After an investigation of the Oldsmar incident, it was revealed that the hacker was able to gain access because the computer system was using an unsupported version of Windows with no firewall. The system was also only accessible using a shared TeamViewer password among the employees. However, VPNs introduce challenges and risks.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Policies typically will be written documents that detail the requirements that will be enforced, such as password complexity. Minimum User Access Controls Active Directory: The smallest organizations might only worry about device access, otherwise known as the login credentials (username/password).

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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

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

US organizations whose data was stolen and leaked online in the past are at risk of cyber attacks that are orchestrated by an unnamed Iran-linked threat actor. “ This actor has also demonstrated interest in obtaining unauthorized access to SCADA systems using common default passwords.”

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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.

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Cytelligence

JULY 30, 2020

In almost all cases , some form of RDP/RDG or VPN was utilized to allow access to corporate resources. However, Cytelligence found that in many cases security best practices were either only partially implemented or entirely overlooked , resulting in failures. . Implement MFA on VPN solutions. . Is RDG the solution? .

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 8, 2021

Weak Password Practices. Weak credentials are a particularly pressing concern, as many users reuse their device passwords for remote RDP logins. This password recycling could let cybercriminals access your system through credential stuffing or a brute-force attack. Many companies leave password management to their employees.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

From there, these tools send alerts to security teams if and when risks are identified. Vulnerability management is handled not only by cybersecurity and IT teams but by cross-functional teams that understand how assets are used across the organization.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 15, 2021

It sells a range of Internet appliances primarily directed at content control and network security, including devices providing services for network firewalls, unified threat management (UTM), virtual private networks (VPNs), and anti-spam for email. Devices at risk. immediately, reset passwords, and enable MFA.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Risk Level. 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. Category Awareness, Vulnerabilities.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2020

Microsoft is sending notifications to dozens of hospitals about vulnerable VPN devices and gateways exposed online in their network. Microsoft is warning dozens of hospitals of the risks of ransomware attacks due to insecure VPN devices and gateways exposed online. ” reads the post published by Microsoft.

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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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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

As the name suggests, Bitdefender Premium Security is a premium endpoint antivirus solution that offers malware protection, unlimited virtual private network (VPN) traffic, and priority support for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS endpoints. Key Differentiators. You can download a 30-day free trial or purchase the software for $69.99

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 28, 2023

For CVE-2023-38035, Ivanti recommends installing the corresponding version of Sentry using RPM scripts: Log in to a system command line interface in a terminal window as the admin user established during system installation, and enter the corresponding password. The command line prompt will be changed from > to #.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Cryptographic keys can be random numbers, products of large prime numbers, points on an ellipse, or a password generated by a user. AES encryption can be commonly found in communication protocols, virtual private network (VPN) encryption, full-disk encryption, and Wi-Fi transmission protocols.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 28, 2023

For CVE-2023-38035, Ivanti recommends installing the corresponding version of Sentry using RPM scripts: Log in to a system command line interface in a terminal window as the admin user established during system installation, and enter the corresponding password. The command line prompt will be changed from > to #.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2023

To protect your business’s network from internet threats, implement the following: A next-generation firewall (NGFW) : Installing a firewall between the public internet and your organization’s private network helps filter some initial malicious traffic. Switch configurations are often overlooked, too.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 25, 2022

As remote desktop solutions are prevalent among IT and managed service providers (MSP), downstream clients can be at risk, as Kaseya experienced in 2021. Additional security features include privileged password vaulting, cloud, and virtual infrastructure security, and integrations with existing security information and event managers (SIEM).

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Cisco Security

AUGUST 26, 2021

Only by integrating these tools into your larger security reporting and analytics infrastructure, and by leveraging actionable responses, can one reduce the threat risk to an organization. Cisco Secure Firewall integrations. Cisco Secure Firewall has several new partner integrations. Cisco Secure Firewall version 7.0

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Additionally, nonprofits must be aware of the risks posed by inadequate security in third-party services they use, such as fundraising platforms and email services. Financial risks and consequences Various cyberattacks on nonprofits can lead to direct financial losses through stolen funds or ransom demands.

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Duo's Security Blog

MARCH 9, 2022

The Australian government is urging companies in the region to adopt strong cybersecurity practices due to increased global risk stemming from the conflict in Ukraine. Firewall status, drive encryption status, password status and whether an antivirus or anti-malware agent is running can all contribute to improved security resilience.

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SC Magazine

JULY 7, 2021

Philips recently disclosed 15 critical vulnerabilities and provided patches or workarounds to remediate the risk. Further, the Redis server operates on a remote host but is not protected by password authentication. Also recognize that VPN is only as secure as the connected devices,” the alert reads. Credit: Philips).

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 4, 2021

While the NSA’s advice and best practices aren’t a guarantee of protection, they will hep to reduce the risks you face while you’re out and about. 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.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Whether you want the ‘trick’ of a malevolent threat actor infiltrating your network by exploiting a compromised password or the ‘treat’ from the peace of mind associated with multifactor authentication, the choice is yours. Credential stuffing attacks exploit the tendency to reuse emails and passwords across different applications.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Going global or even expanding your operations further afield in your geography introduces a host of new digital risks. These risks require proactive and methodical strategizing to overcome if you are to protect your assets, data, and reputation.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

When the internet arrived, the network added a firewall to protect networks and users as they connected to the world wide web. Technical controls may be implemented by: Hardware appliances : switches, routers, firewalls, etc. In a complex, modern network, this assumption falls apart.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 25, 2022

Use of vendor-supplied default configurations or default login usernames and passwords. Network devices are also often preconfigured with default administrator usernames and passwords to simplify setup. Remote services, such as a virtual private network (VPN), lack sufficient controls to prevent unauthorized access.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Collectively, these episodes highlight the need for comprehensive cybersecurity defenses and timely patch management for risk mitigation. Unpatched devices can give attackers privileged access to networks, particularly those set up as VPN virtual servers, ICA proxies, RDP proxies, or AAA servers.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 6, 2023

Developers keep making the hard coded password mistake What are some of the issues at play here? What this means is that the password shipped with the product can never be changed. Locate control system networks and remote devices behind firewalls and isolate them from business networks.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 24, 2023

“In some of these cases, anonymous user access allowed a potential attacker to gain sensitive information, such as secrets, keys, and passwords, which could lead to a severe software supply chain attack and poisoning of the software development life cycle (SDLC),” the researchers noted in a blog post.

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