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New Report: Ransomware, Vulnerabilities and IoT Security Threats

Security Boulevard

JULY 15, 2021

Nozomi Networks Labs has produced a new OT/IoT security report. Don’t miss this summary of vulnerability trends as well as important information about ransomware and IoT security camera threats. The post New Report: Ransomware, Vulnerabilities and IoT Security Threats appeared first on Nozomi Networks.

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The future of IoT ransomware – targeted multi-function bots and more cyberattacks

Security Boulevard

JUNE 19, 2022

A new IoT malware was detected in October 2021 with as many as 30 exploit mechanisms that were coded into it. The post The future of IoT ransomware – targeted multi-function bots and more cyberattacks appeared first on Security Boulevard. Once it infects a device, it creates two backdoor ports viz., […].

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Malware, Ransomware, IoT Pose Major IT Security Challenges

Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

More than 4 billion malware attempts were recorded globally so far in 2022, while year-to-date ransomware attempts have already exceeded full-year totals from four of the last five years. The post Malware, Ransomware, IoT Pose Major IT Security Challenges appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Ransomware attack shuts down Sierra Wireless IoT maker

Bleeping Computer

MARCH 23, 2021

Sierra Wireless, a world-leading IoT solutions provider, today disclosed a ransomware attack that forced it to halt production at all manufacturing sites. [.].

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Ransomware Attack Foils IoT Giant Sierra Wireless

Threatpost

MARCH 24, 2021

The ransomware attack has impacted the IoT manufacturer's production lines across multiple sites, and other internal operations.

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Overview of IoT threats in 2023

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

IoT devices (routers, cameras, NAS boxes, and smart home components) multiply every year. The first-ever large-scale malware attacks on IoT devices were recorded back in 2008, and their number has only been growing ever since. Telnet, the overwhelmingly popular unencrypted IoT text protocol, is the main target of brute-forcing.

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Researchers Demonstrate Ransomware for IoT Devices That Targets IT and OT Networks

The Hacker News

JUNE 2, 2022

As ransomware infections have evolved from purely encrypting data to schemes such as double and triple extortion, a new attack vector is likely to set the stage for future campaigns.

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The Connection Between Alaska Airlines, Blown Out Windows, and IoT Security

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 10, 2024

As reported in Ars Technica (Hackers can infect network-connected wrenches to install ransomware | Ars Technica) […] The post The Connection Between Alaska Airlines, Blown Out Windows, and IoT Security appeared first on Viakoo, Inc.

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Zxyel Flaw Powers New Mirai IoT Botnet Strain

Krebs on Security

MARCH 20, 2020

This week, security researchers said they spotted that same vulnerability being exploited by a new variant of Mirai , a malware strain that targets vulnerable Internet of Things (IoT) devices for use in large-scale attacks and as proxies for other cybercrime activity.

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IoT Company Sierra Wireless Hit with Ransomware

Heimadal Security

MARCH 24, 2021

Canada-based IoT company Sierra Wireless revealed its internal IT systems were hit by a ransomware attack on March 20th, forcing it to suspend production at its manufacturing sites. The post IoT Company Sierra Wireless Hit with Ransomware appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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OT and IoT Security: Adopt a Post-Breach Mindset Today

Security Boulevard

MAY 8, 2021

Every time there’s a cyberattack like the recent ransomware targeting Colonial Pipeline, industry experts scramble to share thoughts on what could have been done to thwart it, or what the impact of a breach could be. The post OT and IoT Security: Adopt a Post-Breach Mindset Today appeared first on Nozomi Networks.

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Malvertising Campaign Targets IoT Devices: GeoEdge

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2021

A malicious advertising campaign originating out of Eastern Europe and operating since at least mid-June is targeting Internet of Things (IoT) devices connected to home networks, according to executives with GeoEdge, which offers ad security and quality solutions to online and mobile advertisers. Malvertising is Evolving.

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Why BYOD Is the Favored Ransomware Backdoor

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 11, 2024

These devices exist outside of direct corporate management and provide a ransomware gang with unchecked platforms for encrypting data. Ransomware remains just one of many different threats and as security teams eliminate key vectors of attack, adversaries will shift tactics. How does remote encryption work?

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IoT device attacks double in the first half of 2021, and remote work may shoulder some of the blame

Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

The smart home could be ripe for IoT device attacks as cybercriminals rake in record ransomware payments. Remote work may be responsible for the increase in attacks, Kaspersky says.

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How Healthcare Organizations Can Protect Themselves Against IoT Ransomware

IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Healthcare delivery organizations are increasingly deploying medical devices, IoT, and other medical platforms to improve connectivity and support patient care. Mobile Health (mHealth) and the proliferation of smartphones, apps, and IoT technology have had disruptive impacts on healthcare provision. Healthcare ransomware is increasing.

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Health Care Under Cyberattack: Unprotected Medical IoT Devices Threaten Patient Care

Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Capterra’s 2022 Medical IoT Survey was conducted. The post Health Care Under Cyberattack: Unprotected Medical IoT Devices Threaten Patient Care appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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What’s new in IoT in ’22?

CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 22, 2021

But, the IoT has also been a bright spot with eHealth becoming a crucial part of day-to-day life for many, plus EVs, smart energy and cybersecurity topping headlines. This time last year, we asked for your predictions for the coming year and we’re keeping that tradition alive with the 2022 IoT prediction survey. What’s your IoT vision?

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MY TAKE: Why DDoS weapons will proliferate with the expansion of IoT and the coming of 5G

The Last Watchdog

MARCH 28, 2019

Related: IoT botnets now available for economical DDoS blasts. This attacker easily located IoT devices that used the manufacturers’ default security setting. He set loose a self-replicating internet worm to gain control of 600,000 household IoT devices. In fact, it can be argued that the opposite is happening. Barest tip.

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IoT device maker Sierra Wireless hit by Ransomware attack

CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 24, 2021

Canada-based Internet of Things (IoT) maker Sierra Wireless has been hit by ransomware attack bringing certain production operations of the company to a halt. Details about the ransomware that stuck with the company and the ransom demand have been kept under wraps as the cyber attack is still under investigation.

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2022 Cybersecurity Predictions – From Ransomware and Supply Chain Risks to Operational Technology and IoT

Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Ransomware and supply chain attacks have become two of the top concerns for organizations following a series of high-profile attacks, such as those conducted against Colonial Pipeline, SolarWinds and Kaseya. As we look ahead to 2022, we should pause to reflect on the trends of the past year. In 2021, our Project Memoria revealed close […].

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Why Businesses Can’t Afford Anything Less Than Zero Trust in IoT

Security Boulevard

JUNE 23, 2022

Why Businesses Can’t Afford Anything Less Than Zero Trust in IoT. The IoT Landscape and Threats. Considering the inherent insecurity of connected devices, the threats facing organizations today often involve weakly-defended IoT equipment as the first line of attack. 39% see malware and ransomware as their biggest risk.

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Microsoft warns of damaging vulnerabilities in dozens of IoT operating systems

SC Magazine

APRIL 30, 2021

The IoT security team at the Microsoft Security Response Center said vulnerabilities discovered affect at least 25 different products made by more than a dozen organizations, including Amazon, ARM, Google Cloud, Samsung, RedHat, Apache and others. A signage of Microsoft is seen on March 13, 2020 in New York City. Jeenah Moon/Getty Images).

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Why Healthcare IoT Requires Strong Machine Identity Management

Security Boulevard

MAY 30, 2022

Why Healthcare IoT Requires Strong Machine Identity Management. The healthcare industry has been leveraging IoT devices for years, steadily increasing its use in facilities and patient care. By 2027, the IoT in Healthcare market is expected to reach $290 billion , up from just $60 billion in 2019. brooke.crothers.

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Apple M1 Chips face LockBit Ransomware threat in development

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 22, 2023

In recent times, there has been a concerning trend of ransomware groups targeting companies and extracting sensitive information. It appears that a criminal gang has gone a step further and established its own research and development (R&D) team with the specific aim of creating a ransomware that can infect Apple M1 chips.

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Top IoT predictions for 2021

CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 14, 2021

So, with all the uncertainty, why bother with an annual IoT prediction survey ? The IoT is still booming! Despite the challenges of 2020, the IoT industry is thriving. In fact, IoT Analytics, a leading provider of market insights for the Internet of Things (IoT), M2M, and Industry 4.0, billion by 2025, up from $72.5

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New DigiCert poll shows companies taking monetary hits due to IoT-related security missteps

The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Even as enterprises across the globe hustle to get their Internet of Things business models up and running, there is a sense of foreboding about a rising wave of IoT-related security exposures. And, in fact, IoT-related security incidents have already begun taking a toll at ill-prepared companies. Tiered performances.

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New OT/IoT Security Report: Trends and Countermeasures for Critical Infrastructure Attacks

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

The post New OT/IoT Security Report: Trends and Countermeasures for Critical Infrastructure Attacks appeared first on Nozomi Networks. The post New OT/IoT Security Report: Trends and Countermeasures for Critical Infrastructure Attacks appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CISA Warns Phobos Ransomware Groups Attacking Critical Infrastructure

Security Boulevard

MARCH 4, 2024

Phobos, a complex ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation that has been around for five years and is includes multiple variants, continues to target a range of critical infrastructure in the United States, including education, healthcare, and emergency services, according to federal agencies.

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ShadowTalk Update: Egregor Ransomware, IoT Regulations, Black Friday Threats and More!

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

The post ShadowTalk Update: Egregor Ransomware, IoT Regulations, Black Friday Threats and More! ShadowTalk hosts Stefano, Adam and Dylan bring you the latest in threat intelligence. This week they cover: QBot drops Prolock. first appeared on Digital Shadows.

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What’s new in IoT in ’22?

CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 22, 2021

But, the IoT has also been a bright spot with eHealth becoming a crucial part of day-to-day life for many, plus EVs, smart energy and cybersecurity topping headlines. This time last year, we asked for your predictions for the coming year and we’re keeping that tradition alive with the 2022 IoT prediction survey. What’s your IoT vision?

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Ragnar Locker Ransomware strikes a cybersecurity firm

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 10, 2022

Ragnar Locker Ransomware, notorious hacking group that spreads file encrypting malware to large-scale organizations, has hit a security firm this time and stole data to prove it’s worth. The post Ragnar Locker Ransomware strikes a cybersecurity firm appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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National Critical Infrastructure Under Attack: Clop Ransomware

Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

National Critical Infrastructure Under Attack: Clop Ransomware. This is another NCI nation-state ransomware attack. According to a report on Bleepingcomputer, the Clop ransomware gang claimed responsibility for an attack on a U.K. Clop ransomware continues to propagate globally. On August 15, 2022, a U.K. water company.

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Ransomware Attack Targets Major North American Water Company

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 24, 2024

A ransomware attack last week hit the North American operations of massive water and wastewater systems operator Veolia, illustrating the ongoing threat to the critical infrastructure sector by cybercrime groups. The post Ransomware Attack Targets Major North American Water Company appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Sierra Wireless Restarts Production After Being Hit by a Ransomware Attack

Heimadal Security

MARCH 29, 2021

As announced on March 23th and updated on March 26th, Canada-based IoT company Sierra Wireless became a victim of a ransomware attack on its internal IT systems and corporate website, and temporarily closed down production at its manufacturing sites.

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Peloton Bugs Expose Enterprise Networks to IoT Attacks

Dark Reading

JULY 26, 2023

Hackers have three key pathways — the OS, apps, and malware — for leveraging the popular home fitness equipment as initial access for data compromise, ransomware, and more

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Cynerio raises $30 million to protect medical IoT

SC Magazine

MAY 24, 2021

While IoT security has been a major concern in the cybersecurity industry for years, digital threats against medical devices carry some of the most worrying potential for damage against healthcare organizations and their patients. The post Cynerio raises $30 million to protect medical IoT appeared first on SC Media.

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Ransomware Prevention, Detection, and Simulation

NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Table of Contents What is ransomware? Ransomware trends Ransomware prevention Ransomware detection Ransomware simulation Ransomware security terms How NetSPI can help What is ransomware? Ransomware adversaries hold the data hostage until a victim pays the ransom. How does ransomware work?

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White House, Congress Target Ransomware Payments

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 8, 2021

The surge in ransomware attacks in the last year have spurred attempts by government officials to bolster cybersecurity defenses, and those actions advanced on multiple fronts this week. Ransomware Fight Goes Global. Ransomware Fight Goes Global. New DOJ Ransomware Initiatives. In an op-ed piece published by CNBC, U.S.

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Play Ransomware Has Hit 300 Entities Worldwide: FBI

Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The Play ransomware group, which was behind such high-profile attacks as those on the city of Oakland, California, and Dallas County, Texas, is behind at least 300 similar cyber-incidents since June 2022, according to government cybersecurity agencies in the United States and Australia.

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How Ransomware Sneaks In

Webroot

AUGUST 2, 2021

Ransomware has officially made the mainstream. And it’s no wonder why – ransomware attacks are on the rise and the average ransom payment has ballooned to over $200,000. But the true cost of ransomware can go beyond the headline-grabbing payments. Risks to Small and Medium Businesses. The short answer is … they aren’t.

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OpenSSH trojan campaign targets Linux systems and IoT devices

Malwarebytes

JUNE 26, 2023

Poorly configured Linux and Internet of Things (IoT) devices are at risk of compromise from a cryptojacking campaign , according to researchers at Microsoft. Malwarebytes EDR and MDR removes all remnants of ransomware and prevents you from getting reinfected. When possible, update OpenSSH to the latest version. Get a free trial below.

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Ransomware and energy and utilities

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 3, 2021

The exponential growth of IoT devices in the energy and utilities industry has greatly increased focus on cybersecurity. The post Ransomware and energy and utilities appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. First is an… Posted by: Theresa Lanowitz. Read full post.

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Malware is down, but IoT and ransomware attacks are up

Tech Republic Security

JULY 23, 2020

Malicious attacks disguised as Microsoft Office files increased 176%, according to SonicWall's midyear threat report.

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Chip maker Advantech hit by Conti ransomware gang

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 28, 2020

The IIoT chip maker Advantech was hit by the Conti ransomware, the gang is now demanding over $13 million ransom from the company. The ransomware gang announced on November 21, 2020 the leak of stolen data if the chipmaker would not have paid the ransom within the next day. billion in 2019. Pierluigi Paganini.

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New Report: Ransomware, Vulnerabilities and IoT Security Threats

The future of IoT ransomware – targeted multi-function bots and more cyberattacks

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Malware, Ransomware, IoT Pose Major IT Security Challenges

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Ransomware attack shuts down Sierra Wireless IoT maker

Ransomware Attack Foils IoT Giant Sierra Wireless

Overview of IoT threats in 2023

Researchers Demonstrate Ransomware for IoT Devices That Targets IT and OT Networks

The Connection Between Alaska Airlines, Blown Out Windows, and IoT Security

Zxyel Flaw Powers New Mirai IoT Botnet Strain

IoT Company Sierra Wireless Hit with Ransomware

OT and IoT Security: Adopt a Post-Breach Mindset Today

Malvertising Campaign Targets IoT Devices: GeoEdge

Why BYOD Is the Favored Ransomware Backdoor

IoT device attacks double in the first half of 2021, and remote work may shoulder some of the blame

How Healthcare Organizations Can Protect Themselves Against IoT Ransomware

Health Care Under Cyberattack: Unprotected Medical IoT Devices Threaten Patient Care

What’s new in IoT in ’22?

MY TAKE: Why DDoS weapons will proliferate with the expansion of IoT and the coming of 5G

IoT device maker Sierra Wireless hit by Ransomware attack

2022 Cybersecurity Predictions – From Ransomware and Supply Chain Risks to Operational Technology and IoT

Why Businesses Can’t Afford Anything Less Than Zero Trust in IoT

Microsoft warns of damaging vulnerabilities in dozens of IoT operating systems

Why Healthcare IoT Requires Strong Machine Identity Management

Apple M1 Chips face LockBit Ransomware threat in development

Top IoT predictions for 2021

New DigiCert poll shows companies taking monetary hits due to IoT-related security missteps

New OT/IoT Security Report: Trends and Countermeasures for Critical Infrastructure Attacks

CISA Warns Phobos Ransomware Groups Attacking Critical Infrastructure

ShadowTalk Update: Egregor Ransomware, IoT Regulations, Black Friday Threats and More!

What’s new in IoT in ’22?

Ragnar Locker Ransomware strikes a cybersecurity firm

National Critical Infrastructure Under Attack: Clop Ransomware

Ransomware Attack Targets Major North American Water Company

Sierra Wireless Restarts Production After Being Hit by a Ransomware Attack

Peloton Bugs Expose Enterprise Networks to IoT Attacks

Cynerio raises $30 million to protect medical IoT

Ransomware Prevention, Detection, and Simulation

White House, Congress Target Ransomware Payments

Play Ransomware Has Hit 300 Entities Worldwide: FBI

How Ransomware Sneaks In

OpenSSH trojan campaign targets Linux systems and IoT devices

Ransomware and energy and utilities

Malware is down, but IoT and ransomware attacks are up

Chip maker Advantech hit by Conti ransomware gang

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