Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

An unauthenticated, remote attacker can exploit the vulnerability to conduct a brute force attack in an attempt to identify valid username and password combinations or an authenticated, remote attacker to establish a clientless SSL VPN session with an unauthorized user. ” reads the advisory published by the IT giant. or earlier).

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Lenny Zeltser

JULY 6, 2017

When analyzing malware or performing other security research, it’s often useful to tunnel connections through a VPN in a public cloud. Moreover, by using VPN exit nodes in different cities and even countries, the researcher can explore the target from multiple geographic vantage points, which sometimes yields additional findings.

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

.” In the first week of September, Groove posted on its darknet blog nearly 500,000 login credentials for customers of Fortinet VPN products, usernames and passwords that could be used to remotely connect to vulnerable systems. Triggering the directors of information security companies. ” Image: @nokae8.

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Webroot

APRIL 3, 2024

Simply put, it’s the practice of ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to your sensitive information and online accounts. This encompasses everything from protecting your passwords to being vigilant against phishing scams and online fraud. Instead, enter your credentials each time for added security.

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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. co and a VPN provider called HideIPVPN[.]com. SocksEscort began in 2009 as “ super-socks[.]com

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 13, 2024

.” The ransomware attack reported in late 2023, targeted organizations’ networks using poorly secured VPN gateway on Cisco ASA or FTD devices. The attackers exploited the vulnerability CVE-2023-20269 in Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 12, 2021

The channel’s security must be impenetrable. They generally get into your system by guessing the password, leveraging API loopholes, or exploiting bad codes. For a channel to be secure, it should be reliable and trustworthy. The Best Ways to Secure Communication Channels . You can share passwords and secret notes.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 13, 2024

.” The ransomware attack reported in late 2023, targeted organizations’ networks using poorly secured VPN gateway on Cisco ASA or FTD devices. The attackers exploited the vulnerability CVE-2023-20269 in Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD).

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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

APRIL 8, 2022

Two-factor authentication is another important security measure for the cloud era. This means that in addition to your password, you will also need a second factor, such as a code from a key fob or a fingerprint, to access your data. When you access the internet through a VPN, your data is encrypted and routed through a secure tunnel.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 21, 2023

The attackers were able to send funds from hot wallets and download user names and password hashes. “Please keep your CAS behind a firewall and VPN. Terminals should also connect to CAS via VPN. With VPN/Firewall attackers from open internet cannot access your server and exploit it. ” continues the notice.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The company added that successful exploitation requires that the appliance is configured as a Gateway (VPN virtual server, ICA Proxy, CVPN, RDP Proxy) OR AAA virtual server. event=start&target=” triggering the flaw CVE-2023-3519 to write a simple PHP web shell to /netscaler/ns_gui/vpn.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

An attacker can trigger the vulnerability to extract sensitive data from the memory of the affected devices, including usernames and passwords.

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Daniel Miessler

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Example 2: Using a VPN. A lot of people are confused about VPNs. They think it’s giving them security that it isn’t because they haven’t properly understood the tech and haven’t considered the attack scenarios. If you log in at the end website you’ve identified yourself to them, regardless of VPN.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

“ This actor has also demonstrated interest in obtaining unauthorized access to SCADA systems using common default passwords.” ” The FBI urges organizations that suffered a security breach in the past to reset passwords, enhance the security of systems exposed online and warn their employees.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 10, 2022

Upon achieving an MFA push acceptance, the attacker had access to the VPN in the context of the targeted user. “Initial access to the Cisco VPN was achieved via the successful compromise of a Cisco employee’s personal Google account. ” reads the analysis published by Cisco Talos.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 18, 2023

Then the loaders retrieve a second-stage payload stored in password-protected ZIP archive from Alibaba buckets. The researchers observed that the loader “AdventureQuest.exe” is signed using a certificate issued to a Singapore-based VPN provider called Ivacy VPN. ” reads the analysis published by SentinelOne.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

According to eSentire, the crooks gained access to the workforce management corporation’s IT network using stolen Virtual Private Network (VPN) credentials. The researchers discovered several underground forum posts, dating from April 2022, where mx1r was looking for VPN credentials for high-profile companies. companies. . .

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 10, 2022

py file downloads and executes a malicious script that searches for local passwords and uploads them using a discord web hook. Free-net-vpn and Free-net-vpn2 are malicious packages developed to target environment variables. Free-net-vpn and Free-net-vpn2 are malicious packages developed to target environment variables.

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Security Affairs

JULY 27, 2023

DepositFiles’ clients are at risk of their personally identifiable information, files, and passwords being stolen. Payment service credentials, including username, password, and endpoint, were also exposed via the config file. researchers said.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 3, 2022

At the end of the year, gaming giant SEGA Europe inadvertently left users’ personal information publicly accessible on Amazon Web Services (AWS) S3 bucket, cybersecurity firm VPN Overview reported. ” reads the report published by VPN Overview. in SEGA’s name. Several popular SEGA websites and CDNs were affected.”

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

The report also includes a list of mitigation measures to increase the resilience of company networks: Implement a recovery plan to maintain and retain multiple copies of sensitive or proprietary data and servers in a physically separate, segmented, and secure location (i.e., Regularly back up data, password protect backup copies offline.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 19, 2023

These services include remote access from WAN, port forwarding, DDNS, VPN server, DMZ, port trigger.” These services include remote access from WAN, port forwarding, DDNS, VPN server, DMZ, port trigger. The vendor also recommends creating distinct, strong passwords for the wireless network and router administration pages.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 21, 2021

The group published the link to 13 password-protected archives, allegedly containing sensitive data stolen from the chipmaker. Attention Password for the Archives: XXXXXXXXXXX#1JLDiw8″ reads the post published by the group on its leak site. !!Inside Only use secure networks and avoid using public Wi-Fi networks.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 7, 2022

Greek intelligence service used surveillance malware to spy on a journalist, Reuters reports Slack resets passwords for about 0.5% of its users due to the exposure of salted password hashes Twitter confirms zero-day used to access data of 5.4

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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. Use strong passwords and regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, implementing the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 24, 2024

The ransomware attack reported in late 2023, targeted organizations’ networks using poorly secured VPN gateway on Cisco ASA or FTD devices. The attackers exploited the vulnerability CVE-2023-20269 in Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD).

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 31, 2021

The RedLine malware allows operators to steal several information, including credentials, credit card data, cookies, autocomplete information stored in browsers, cryptocurrency wallets, credentials stored in VPN clients and FTP clients. The data included usernames, email addresses and plain text passwords.”

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The volume of exposed data about the DTC drivers is impressive, as the database includes: Driving license number Work permit number Nationality Username Encrypted password Phone number According to the team, the MongoDB instance contained conversations with support totaling over 17K records, as well as complaints from customers.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 6, 2020

LockBit ransomware operators told ZDNet that they have accessed the network of the helicopter maker via a VPN appliance that was poorly protected. ” reported ZDNet.

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Security Affairs

JULY 15, 2021

SonicWall also provides recommendations to customers that can’t update their installs, the vendor suggests disconnecting devices immediately and reset their access passwords, and enable account multi-factor authentication, if supported. Continued use of this firmware or end-of-life devices is an active security risk,” states the alert.

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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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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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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 17, 2023

’ The CERT-UA also reported that the state-sponsored hackers used compromised VPN accounts that weren’t protected by multi-factor authentication. The threat actors used various tools, including ‘ffuf’, ‘dirbuster’, ‘gowitness’, and ‘nmap.’ “Note (!)

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Remote access security acts as something of a virtual barrier, preventing unauthorized access to data and assets beyond the traditional network perimeter. Keys, such as strong passwords, unique codes, or biometric scans, can be given to trusted individuals to access your resources from a distance.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 29, 2023

Citrix reported that successful exploitation requires that the appliance is configured as a Gateway (VPN virtual server, ICA Proxy, CVPN, RDP Proxy) OR AAA virtual server. The attackers obtained encrypted passwords from NetScaler ADC configuration files, and the decryption key was stored on the ADC appliance. php) on victim machines.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 29, 2024

Cisco warns customers of password-spraying attacks that have been targeting Remote Access VPN (RAVPN) services of Cisco Secure Firewall devices. Cisco is warning customers of password-spraying attacks that have been targeting Remote Access VPN (RAVPN) services configured on Cisco Secure Firewall devices.

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