Security Affairs

JUNE 3, 2022

An “extremely sophisticated” China-linked APT tracked as LuoYu was delivering malware called WinDealer via man-on-the-side attacks. The activity of the group was first documented by TeamT5 researchers that also reported the use of three malware families: SpyDealer, Demsty and WinDealer. ” concludes Kaspersky.

Malware 133

Malware Telecommunications Internet Internet 133

Schneier on Security

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

The Article pays particular attention to EO 12333’s designation of the National Security Agency as primarily responsible for conducting signals intelligence, which includes the installation of malware, the analysis of internet traffic traversing the telecommunications backbone, the hacking of U.S.-based

Surveillance 303

Surveillance Telecommunications Internet Internet 303

Schneier on Security

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Over the past 10 days, someone has been launching a series of coordinated attacks designed to disrupt Trickbot, an enormous collection of more than two million malware-infected Windows PCs that are constantly being harvested for financial data and are often used as the entry point for deploying ransomware within compromised organizations.

Telecommunications 274

Telecommunications Internet Internet Malware 274

Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 12, 2020

has executed a coordinated legal sneak attack in a bid to disrupt the malware-as-a-service botnet Trickbot , a global menace that has infected millions of computers and is used to spread ransomware. 27, UHS shut down its computer systems at healthcare facilities across the United States in a bid to stop the spread of the malware.

Healthcare 348

Healthcare Internet Internet Ransomware 348

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 20, 2021

A China-linked hacking group, tracked as LightBasin (aka UNC1945 ), hacked mobile telephone networks around the globe and used specialized tools to access calling records and text messages from telecommunications companies. CrowdStrike researchers reported that at least 13 telecommunication companies were compromised by since 2019.

Telecommunications 116

Telecommunications Mobile Hacking Architecture 116

Security Affairs

AUGUST 10, 2020

In March 2020, The Ministry of Telecommunications (MoTC) issued a directive to all operators in Myanmar with a secret list of 230 sites to be blocked due to the nature of the content; adult content and fake news. There are several aspects of the Internet blocking in Myanmar that raise questions. Circumvention of Internet blocking.

Internet 75

Internet Internet Telecommunications DNS 75

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

ShroudedSnooper threat actors are targeting telecommunication service providers in the Middle East with a backdoor called HTTPSnoop. Cisco Talos researchers recently discovered a new stealthy implant dubbed HTTPSnoop that was employed in attacks against telecommunications providers in the Middle East. ” continues the report.

Telecommunications 104

Telecommunications Internet Internet Malware 104

Malwarebytes

APRIL 14, 2022

Zloader or Zbot are common names used to refer to any malware related to the ZeuS family. A sinkhole is a way of redirecting malicious internet traffic so that it can be captured and analyzed by security professionals, and are often used to seize control of botnets. Legal action. Domain Generating Algorithm. Disruption. Mitigation.

Backups 128

Backups Telecommunications Banking Internet 128

The Security Ledger

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Telecommunications firms like to talk up all the great things that so-called 5G cellular networks will bring to smart phones. But what new kinds of Internet of Things use cases may become possible? Telecommunications firms like to talk up all the great things that so-called 5G cellular networks will bring to smart phones.

Internet 40

Internet Internet Telecommunications Risk 40

Security Affairs

APRIL 13, 2022

Microsoft dismantled the C2 infrastructure used by the ZLoader trojan with the help of telecommunications providers around the world and cybersecurity firms. ” Zloader is a banking malware that has been active at least since 2016, it borrows some functions from the notorious Zeus 2.0.8.9 To nominate, please visit:?

Banking 115

Banking Malware Telecommunications Antivirus 115

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The announcement says Sony's data is for sale: Sony Group Corporation, formerly Tokyo Telecommunications Engineering Corporation, and Sony Corporation, is a Japanese multinational conglomerate corporation headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, Japan We have successfully compromissed [sic] all of sony systems. Detect intrusions.

Ransomware 144

Ransomware Computers and Electronics Backups Telecommunications 144

Security Affairs

APRIL 11, 2020

The attackers may have gained access to some users’ login credentials after deploying malware on both websites. The attackers inserted malicious computer code on these websites to steal some users’ login credentials,” reads a message posted to both site’s by the SFO’s Airport Information Technology and Telecommunications (ITT) director.

Data breaches 141

Data breaches Hacking Telecommunications Passwords 141

Security Affairs

MAY 24, 2022

Trend Micro addressed a DLL hijacking issue in Trend Micro Security actively exploited by a China-linked threat group to deploy malware. Trend Micro addressed a DLL hijacking flaw in Trend Micro Security that a China-linked threat actor actively exploited to deploy malware. ” reads the advisory published by Trend Micro.

Malware 95

Malware Telecommunications Internet Internet 95

Security Affairs

JANUARY 2, 2022

The attack did not impact radio and cable TV broadcasts, while SIC’s internet streaming transmission was interrupted. The gang also targeted the South American telecommunication providers Claro and Embratel. Source TheRecord. At this time the websites of the company are in maintenance mode. Pierluigi Paganini.

Media 140

Media Ransomware Telecommunications Accountability 140

Security Affairs

APRIL 17, 2020

. “Lookout researchers have uncovered a long-running surveillance campaign tied to Syrian nation-state actors, which recently started using the novel coronavirus as its newest lure to entice its targets to download malware.” ” reads the analysis published by the Lookout. ” continues the expert. The experts conclude.”It

Surveillance 93

Surveillance Telecommunications Mobile Advertising 93

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 12, 2019

The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC) warns of GALLIUM threat group targeting global telecommunication providers worldwide. The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC) warns of GALLIUM threat group targeting global telecommunication providers worldwide. ” reads the warning published by Microsoft.

Telecommunications 66

Telecommunications DNS Malware Advertising 66

Security Affairs

MARCH 25, 2020

The group hit entities in several industries, including the gaming, healthcare, high-tech, higher education, telecommunications, and travel services industries. Unlike other China-based actors, the group used custom malware in cyber espionage operations, experts observed 46 different malware families and tools in APT41 campaigns.

Telecommunications 120

Telecommunications Healthcare Education Advertising 120

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 27, 2023

” Since then the group has expanded its range of activities to include targeting organizations providing cable telecommunications, email, and tech services, and partnering with the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group. Use endpoint security software that can prevent exploits and malware used to deliver ransomware. Prevent intrusions.

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Social Engineering Engineering Ransomware Backups 101

Security Affairs

JUNE 13, 2022

Researchers from Palo Alto Networks defined the PingPull RAT as a “difficult-to-detect” backdoor that leverages the Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) for C2 communications. Experts also found PingPull variants that use HTTPS and TCP for C2 communications instead of ICMP.

Telecommunications 89

Telecommunications Government Internet Internet 89

Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Since then the group has expanded its range of activities to include targeting organizations providing cable telecommunications, email, and tech services, and partnering with the ALPHV ransomware group. Create a plan for patching vulnerabilities in internet-facing systems quickly; and disable or harden remote access like RDP and VPNs.

Ransomware 107

Ransomware Backups Accountability Social Engineering 107

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The threat of attacks against Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) – energy, utilities, telecommunications, and transportation – is a top priority. Reducing the risk of attacks such as ransomware and malware on CNI will be paramount to the stability of national economies for the years to come.

Energy and Utilities 77

Energy and Utilities Cybersecurity Ransomware Technology 77

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 23, 2021

Fifteen percent of the bot's IP addresses were located in Indonesia, while 17% came from India and Brazil combined, meaning there is a chance many devices in these countries are infected with malware. Mirai malware returns. Mirai, a prominent malware strain discovered in 2016, appears to be making a comeback, according to Cloudflare.

DDOS 95

DDOS Telecommunications Malware Passwords 95

SecureWorld News

JUNE 18, 2023

of total internet traffic in 2022, marking a significant 5.1% These findings shed light on the escalating prevalence of bots and the shifting dynamics of internet users. Internet Traffic in 2022 2. Gaming (58.7%) and telecommunications (47.7%) had the highest bad bot traffic on their websites and applications.

Passwords 67

Passwords Antivirus Identity Theft Internet 67

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

We are currently seeing attempts to exploit the CVE-2021-40444 vulnerability targeting companies in the research and development sector, the energy sector and large industrial sectors, banking and medical technology development sectors, as well as telecommunications and the IT sector. Geography of CVE-2021-40444 exploitation attempts.

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Engineering Telecommunications Internet Internet 98

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 27, 2023

” The three activity sets included a campaign against the Philippine government between March and May 2022; a campaign against telecommunications and business service providers in South Asia in April 2022; and a campaign against organizations in Belarus and Russia in May 2022.

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Firewall Internet Internet Telecommunications 101

Security Boulevard

MARCH 14, 2022

MuddyWater has been observed conducting cyber espionage and other cyber activities targeting telecommunication, defense, government, oil and natural gas in Asia, Europe, and North America since approximately 2018 [ 1 ]. Once initial access is established, MuddyWater utilizes a variety of malware to accomplish its objectives.

Ransomware 98

Ransomware Government Telecommunications Malware 98

Security Affairs

AUGUST 20, 2021

These DDoS attacks attempt to consume the bandwidth either within the target network/service, or between the target network/service and the rest of the Internet. One of the targets of the attacks was a major APAC-based Internet services, telecommunications and hosting provider. ” reads a post published by the company.

DDOS 121

DDOS Telecommunications Internet Internet 121

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The APT group was first observed in the victim’s environment in June 2022, at the time the attackers deployed the Neo-REGEORG webshell on an internet-facing server. In October, researchers reported that the APT Sandworm has hacked eleven telecommunication service providers in Ukraine between May and September 2023.

Telecommunications 109

Telecommunications Hacking Technology Internet 109

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 21, 2022

The threat of attacks against Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) – energy, utilities, telecommunications, and transportation – is now front of mind for many. Reducing the risk of attacks such as ransomware and malware on CNI will be of paramount importance to the stability of nation states for years to come. A Very Human Problem.

Cyber threats 71

Cyber threats Energy and Utilities Ransomware IoT 71

eSecurity Planet

JULY 29, 2021

These types of attacks usually involve spoofed emails that attempt to impersonate a legitimate sender and convince the recipient to divulge confidential information or click a link or attachment that’s laced with malware. Any action that the user takes in response usually results in a malware launch or a similar kind of attack.

Social Engineering 128

Social Engineering Engineering Phishing DNS 128

SecureList

JUNE 2, 2022

It primarily goes after targets located in China, such as foreign diplomatic organizations established in the country, members of the academic community, or companies from the defense, logistics and telecommunications sectors. Leaving the mystery of the delivery method aside for now, let’s look at the capabilities of the malware itself.

Malware 113

Malware Encryption Social Engineering Telecommunications 113

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

The UNC1945 group carried out attacks aimed at telecommunications companies and leveraged third-party networks to target specific financial and professional consulting industries. According to the experts, the attackers also used an exploit for a recently addressed zero-day vulnerability( CVE-2020-14871 ) in Oracle Solaris.

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Authentication Telecommunications Advertising Internet 100

SecureList

DECEMBER 18, 2020

For instance, before making the first internet connection to its C2s, the Sunburst malware lies dormant for a long period, of up to two weeks, which prevents an easy detection of this behavior in sandboxes. In the initial phases, the Sunburst malware talks to the C&C server by sending encoded DNS requests. Low-level details.

DNS 74

DNS Telecommunications Malware Encryption 74

Security Affairs

JULY 1, 2020

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that Chinese telecommunications giants Huawei and ZTE are considered as national security threats. The Chinese giant Huawei was already excluded by several countries from building their 5G internet networks. regulators declared Huawei and ZTE to be national security threats.

Government 85

Government Telecommunications Internet Internet 85

Security Affairs

JULY 13, 2019

“ Malware then guesses routers’ passwords , which new research from Avast shows are often weak. million times in February alone, the experts observed at least three campaigns spreading the malware. ” reads a blog post published by Avast. ” states the analysis published by Avast.

DNS 74

DNS Passwords Advertising Banking 74

Security Affairs

JULY 31, 2022

The vendor addressed the issue with the release of a patch on June 28, 2022, “In addition to building security, surveillance cameras are used throughout many critical infrastructure sectors such as oil & gas, power grids, telecommunications, etc. ” concludes Nozomi.

Surveillance 144

Surveillance Authentication Telecommunications Manufacturing 144

Security Affairs

APRIL 15, 2020

The attackers may have gained access to some users’ login credentials after deploying malware on both websites. The attackers inserted malicious computer code on these websites to steal some users’ login credentials,” reads a message posted to both site’s by the SFO’s Airport Information Technology and Telecommunications (ITT) director.

Data breaches 117

Data breaches Passwords Telecommunications Advertising 117