Krebs on Security

APRIL 26, 2019

A map showing the distribution of some 2 million iLinkP2P-enabled devices that are vulnerable to eavesdropping, password theft and possibly remote compromise, according to new research. The security flaws involve iLnkP2P , software developed by China-based Shenzhen Yunni Technology.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 15, 2021

The exploitation targets a known vulnerability that has been patched in newer versions of SonicWall firmware. x versions of the firmware. x firmware. x firmware versions. The notice mentions the following products along with recommended actions: SRA 4600/1600 (EOL 2019) disconnect immediately and reset passwords.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 5, 2021

The most common issues discovered by the experts were outdated Linux kernel in the firmware, outdated multimedia and VPN functions, presence of hardcoded credentials, the use of insecure communication protocols and weak default passwords. “Some of the security issues were detected more than once.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 1, 2023

The information stored in a Canon printer depends on the specific model, however, almost any model stores the network SSID, the password, network type (WPA3, WEP, etc.), Set up strong authentication mechanisms, such as complex passwords or use multi-factor authentication (MFA) for printer access. MAC address, and IP address.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

In a detailed post on Github , security researcher Watchful_IP describes how he found that the majority of the recent camera product ranges of Hikvision cameras are susceptible to a critical, unauthenticated, remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability, even with the latest firmware. Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co.,

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 9, 2023

Malware can carry out a Downfall attack to steal sensitive information like passwords, encryption keys, and private data such as banking details, personal emails, and messages. “The vulnerability is caused by memory optimization features in Intel processors that unintentionally reveal internal hardware registers to software.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Let devices go into sleep mode to allow for automatic software updates. Even harmless details, such as pet names or birthplaces, can be used by hackers to reset passwords. Use the administrator account only for maintenance, software installation, or firmware updates. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 1, 2023

ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware gang hacked the hotel chain Motel One FBI warns of dual ransomware attacks Progress Software fixed two critical severity flaws in WS_FTP Server Child abuse site taken down, organized child exploitation crime suspected – exclusive A still unpatched zero-day RCE impacts more than 3.5M

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 16, 2022

Require all accounts with password logins to meet the required standards for developing and managing password policies. Use long passwords (CISA says 8 characters, we say you can do better than that) and password managers. Store passwords using industry best practice password hashing functions.

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SecureList

JUNE 3, 2024

The attackers were able to bypass this hardware-based security protection using another hardware feature of Apple-designed SoCs (System on a Chip): they did this by writing the data, destination address and data hash to unknown hardware registers of the chip that are not used by the firmware.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 18, 2023

Despite the severity of the flaws, Cisco says the last three products in the list above won’t be covered by software updates or by workarounds because they’ve entered the end-of-life process. “In addition, a software release that is affected by one of the vulnerabilities may not be affected by the other vulnerabilities.”

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

I also looked at custom firmware and soldering and why, to my mind, that was a path I didn't need to go down at this time. I can't blame this on the teddy bears themselves, rather the fact that the MongoDB holding all the collected data was left publicly facing without a password. IoT firmware should be self-healing.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

Being constantly connected to the internet, they are either protected by basic passwords or, in some cases, have no password protection at all. When multiple devices are interconnected into one network, there is often a vulnerable point in this network—typically, a device with less sophisticated and secure software or firmware.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Cymulate ran 3,107 assessments across 340 organizations recently to see if security controls were adequate against the Clop (sometimes called “Cl0p” with a zero) ransomware group’s exploitation of a MOVEit software vulnerability ( CVE-2023-34362 ). Endpoint Security: Install and update antivirus software on all hosts.

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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

Regularly back up data, password protect backup copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The FBI provided the following mitigations to protect against ransomware attacks: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 2, 2021

UDP Technology IP Camera firmware vulnerabilities allow for attacker to achieve root. Source: ZDNet) We can’t believe people use browsers to manage their passwords, says maker of password management tools. The Clubhouse database “breach” is likely a non-breach. Here’s why. Stay safe, everyone!

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Security Affairs

MARCH 26, 2021

“Mamba ransomware weaponizes DiskCryptor—an open source full disk encryption software— to restrict victim access by encrypting an entire drive, including the operating system. Require administrator credentials to install software. • Require administrator credentials to install software. • Implement network segmentation.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Require all accounts with password logins to meet the required standards for developing and managing password policies: Require multifactor authentication wherever you can—particularly for webmail, VPNs, and critical systems. Use long passwords (CISA says 8 characters, we say you can do better than that) and password managers.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2023

Microsoft Threat Intelligence researchers discovered 16 high-severity vulnerabilities, collectively tracked as CoDe16 , in the CODESYS V3 software development kit (SDK). Check with the device manufacturers for available patches and update the device firmware to version to 3.5.19.0

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2023

of PowerPanel Enterprise software and version 1.44.08042023 of the Dataprobe iBoot PDU firmware. Modify the passwords associated with all user accounts and revoke any sensitive information stored on both appliances that may have been leaked. CVE-2023-3267: OS Command Injection (Authenticated RCE; CVSS 7.5)

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Security Affairs

APRIL 25, 2022

Regularly back up data, air gap, and password-protect backup copies offline. Require administrator credentials to install software. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Implement the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 7, 2021

There has been much discussion of antivirus protection, patching your software, and using VPNs. found: * Weak default passwords. These passwords can be easily guessed by hackers, are common across devices and could grant someone access. Although convenient, setting a weak password isn’t going to strengthen anyone’s security.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Upon initial setup and internet connection, the robot prompts for a software update to the latest version and will not function without one. However, we decided not to update the toy immediately in order to explore what could be extracted from the older firmware version. This was the first security-related issue we discovered.

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Kali Linux

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

To enable wireless support, we need to find: The kernel Wi-Fi modules that need to be in the initramfs (Depends on hardware) The Wi-Fi firmware files that need to be in the initramfs (Depends on hardware) The Wireless interface name (Kali defaults to: wlan0 ) Additional packages to increase functionally. bin firmware: brcm/brcmfmac*-sdio.*.txt

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Show them these tips: Never use the same password twice. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. This is where a password manager comes in.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

The typical username and password for Wi-Fi routers is “admin” for both, but you may need to search online or contact your ISP if that doesn’t work. And while you’re in there, update that password to something a little less hackable, possibly saving the new one in a password manager.

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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.”. No username or password needed nor any actions need to be initiated by the camera owner. wrote the expert. “.

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Pen Test

OCTOBER 12, 2023

About the Author: Larbi OUIYZME Cybersecurity Consultant and Licensed Ham Radio Operator since 1988 with prefix CN8FF, deeply passionate about RF measurement, antennas, satellites, Software-defined radio, Digital Mobile Radio and RF Pentesting. What are the common firmware and software vulnerabilities in RF devices that can be exploited?

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 3, 2022

In the case of the Nvidia breach, LAPSUS$ claimed it was mainly after the removal of the lite hast rate (LHR) limitations in all GeForce 30 series firmware—apparently all to help out gamers and the mining community. The passwords and email addresses of some 70k employees were involved. Password managers save time.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 13, 2019

The company has already fixed the issues with the release of firmware versions 1.2.2.S0, “The industrial managed switch series 852 from WAGO is affected by multiple vulnerabilities such as old software components embedded in the firmware. S0 and 1.1.5.S0, S0, respectively. ” reads the security advisory.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Below are the recommended mitigations included in the alert: Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air gapped, password protected copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection.

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Responsible Cyber

APRIL 7, 2020

Tip #1: Change your router admin portal password. and Wi-Fi secret passphrase (password is not good enough – try IFindMyhusband100%Sexy). This is absolutely a disaster if you did not change the default password as mentioned in tip #1. Tip #3: Don’t share your Wi-Fi password. Tip #4: Update your Wi-Fi router firmware.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 25, 2023

Researchers this month uncovered a two-year-old Linux-based remote access trojan dubbed AVrecon that enslaves Internet routers into botnet that bilks online advertisers and performs password-spraying attacks. Wiremo sells software and services to help website owners better manage their customer reviews. WHO’S BEHIND SOCKSESCORT?

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SC Magazine

MARCH 23, 2021

A robust cloud-based print management software solution that’s secure by design makes it easy to manage device configuration for a fleet of printers across a network – scalable across an organization to thousands of devices. Manual configuration of devices can lead to problems with inconsistent settings and firmware levels.

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Schneier on Security

JANUARY 5, 2018

The second is that some of the patches require updating the computer's firmware. In November, Intel released a firmware update to fix a vulnerability in its Management Engine (ME): another flaw in its microprocessors. Some patches require users to disable the computer's password, which means organizations can't automate the patch.

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