Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

The disclosure comes almost a year after Citrix acknowledged that digital intruders had broken in by probing its employee accounts for weak passwords. It is perhaps best known for selling virtual private networking (VPN) software that lets users remotely access networks and computers over an encrypted connection.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 22, 2022

However, many of these VPN solutions have three significant issues. First, VPNs can be difficult to set up, secure and maintain. Second, VPNs do not scale well and can become congested. Users might decide to bypass the hassle of VPNs and access those cloud resources directly without any additional security protection.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 2, 2021

I use the present tense on purpose as these attacks are almost certainly still ongoing. Some attacks used known vulnerabilities that allowed remote code execution (RCE), while others started by trying to identify valid credentials through password spraying. Aim for strong passwords, but plan for bad ones.

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Duo's Security Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

And when it comes to managing access for this plethora of devices, password security just isn’t cutting it anymore. In our recent passkey blog series , we’ve been unpacking the difference between new passkey technology and more conventional password security in light of some of the most critical authentication scenarios.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 12, 2020

Experts found new variants of Agent Tesla Trojan that include modules to steal credentials from popular web browsers, VPN software, as well as FTP and email clients. “Agent Tesla is now able to harvest configuration data and credentials from a number of common VPN clients, FTP and Email clients, and Web Browsers.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Once they’re in, they can grab your emails, usernames, passwords, and more. They might even lock you out of your own accounts by resetting your passwords. Also, consider using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to encrypt your data and make it unreadable to hackers. Be aware of your surroundings and who might be watching you.

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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. That same Google Analytics code is also now present on the homepages of wiremo[.]co co and a VPN provider called HideIPVPN[.]com.

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Troy Hunt

MARCH 5, 2021

Not just data breaches, but noteworthy data breaches; the VPN ones for being pretty shady, Oxfam because it included my data which was posted to a hacking forum, Ticketcounter because of the interactions I had with them during the disclosure process and Gab because, well, everything about Gab is always weird.

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SecureList

MAY 28, 2024

Most often, communication between the service provider and the client takes place via VPN connections and Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) services. Access is set up using a certificate or a login/password pair, and in rare cases multi-factor authentication is added. We present them here in the order they appear in the attack process.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

This creates a lot of opportunities for hackers to gain access to company resources because users often reuse passwords or mirror patterns in creating them. The recent boom in remote work due to the Covid-19 pandemic has further amplified the need to secure network endpoints , in which effective password management plays a big role.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 22, 2019

NordVPN and TorGuard VPN firms were hacked, threat actors leaked the private keys used to secure their web servers and VPN configuration files. . Hackers have breached the systems used by NordVPN and TorGuard VPN companies and leaked the private keys used to secure their web servers and VPN configuration files. .

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 28, 2023

The following tips work for both businesses and individuals, so start practicing them today: Frequently Change Your Passwords A common mistake most people make at home and work is not changing their passwords frequently and keeping the simplest password so that it could be remembered easily.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Since many people use the same passwords across social media platforms and for sites for banks or credit cards, a criminal needs access to just one account to gain access to every account. Unsecured Wi-Fi in the home can present a way for criminals to gain access to secure business data. Cyber hygiene basics.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 30, 2021

Then a global pandemic came along and laid bare just how brittle company VPNs truly are. Criminal hackers recognized the golden opportunity presented by hundreds of millions employees suddenly using a company VPN to work from home and remotely connect to an array of business apps. RPD presents a similar exposure.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 22, 2021

The user can access their company’s files and documents as if they were physically present at their office. The most popular options include virtual private network (VPN) or remote desktop protocol (RDP). VPN works by initiating a secure connection over the internet through data encryption. Overcoming obstacles.

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Hackology

DECEMBER 26, 2023

After allowing password sharing for years, Netflix has recently changed its policy. The password sharing is now only allowed for a single physical household. Since its initial years, Netflix encouraged password sharing with your friends and family, which allowed them to generate a strong user base. What is Tailscale VPN?

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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. .

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IT Security Guru

JUNE 30, 2021

Using the same password for all software applications increase the chances of cybercriminals learning an individual’s log-in credentials and gaining unauthorized access – resulting in data theft, identity theft and other harm. Single Sign-On (SSO) is a solution that combats password fatigue. fewer requests to reset passwords).

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IT Security Guru

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Security is crucial, but let’s face it, a password like “Fluffy123” won’t fool anyone for long. It’s a security method that requires you to present not one but two forms of ID before granting you access. The first is something you know (your password), and the second is something you have (like your phone).

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Learn more from this blog summarizing these trends, as presented at #CyberWarCon : [link] — Microsoft Security Intelligence (@MsftSecIntel) November 16, 2021. “In the early part of 2021, PHOSPHORUS actors scanned millions of IPs on the internet for Fortinet FortiOS SSL VPN that were vulnerable to CVE-2018-13379.

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Duo's Security Blog

JANUARY 11, 2023

This means that the DNG now enables users to access on-premises shares, without requiring a full VPN connection. It also eliminates the need for full VPN and avoids exposing those applications directly to the internet. On the Client: The user is presented with the file (or pertinent SMB file operation output) Who is using DNG?

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 24, 2024

At present, Tietoevry cannot provide a definite timeframe for the complete restoration process due to the complexity of the security breach. The ransomware attack reported in late 2023, targeted organizations’ networks using poorly secured VPN gateway on Cisco ASA or FTD devices.

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Webroot

JUNE 13, 2022

Operating in this environment means our present and future generations need to understand the importance of being aware of the benefits and risks of an interconnected world. Password integrity: Develop a password that is difficult to predict. Back up personal data : Your photos and videos are precious.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 8, 2021

bitcoins, representing the proceeds of the victim’s ransom payment, had been transferred to a specific address, for which the FBI has the “private key,” or the rough equivalent of a password needed to access assets accessible from the specific Bitcoin address. For example, an employee using the same password for multiple accounts.

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Adam Levin

JANUARY 2, 2019

This presents myriad business opportunities. With every app on every device presenting a potential security vulnerability, expect to see more workplaces cracking down on and/or managing BYOD. Free VPNs will be the new privacy scam: VPNs are gaining popularity as consumers become more cyber-aware.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Wazawaka has since “lost his mind” according to his erstwhile colleagues, creating a Twitter account to drop exploit code for a widely-used virtual private networking (VPN) appliance, and publishing bizarre selfie videos taunting security researchers and journalists. This he smugly presents as evidence that he is indeed Wazawaka.

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Joseph Steinberg

JULY 17, 2023

In fact, in all likelihood, the military had systems to prevent such mis-transmissions – but something went amiss; perhaps emails sent by government contractors and/or traveling military personnel were not properly directed via VPN to pass through the necessary DLP systems?

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Security Affairs

MAY 1, 2024

The malware creates a proxy or VPN tunnel on the compromised router to exfiltrate data, and then uses stolen credentials to access targeted resources. The malware passively monitors network packets for “credential markers,” including usernames, passwords, and authentication tokens.

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Duo's Security Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Password reuse and weak password practice: The practice of reusing passwords and relying on weak passwords to access multiple cloud applications introduces security vulnerabilities that can cause data breaches, obstruct productivity and lead to password fatigue. Did you know? Did you know?

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 4, 2022

An attacker can trigger the flaw by supplying carefully crafted username and/or password as base64 encoded strings inside the fields aa and ab of the login page. Leak of the sensitive data stored on the router (keys, administrative passwords, etc.)

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Gartner has projected that by 2025, more than 60% of organizations will move away from VPN and rely on ZTNA. RELATED: Death of the VPN: A Security Eulogy ] VPNs have notably higher operating costs and lower scalability when using device-based architecture. In this case, CISOs must manage the risks due to the technology debt.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 2, 2023

Every keystroke, every website you visit, and every password you type is recorded by a piece of software or hardware called a keylogger or keystroke logger. Keylogging records every keystroke on a computer or other device, including usernames and passwords. Also, change all your passwords. How Does Keylogging Work?

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LRQA Nettitude Labs

MARCH 27, 2024

Direct access to the corporate network through a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or graphical access to a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) host is unusual, meaning that in order to interact with internal corporate websites, operators must tunnel traffic from their systems to the internal network, through the in-memory implant.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Unpatched devices can give attackers privileged access to networks, particularly those set up as VPN virtual servers, ICA proxies, RDP proxies, or AAA servers. It is suspected that the Akira ransomware organization used an undisclosed weakness in Cisco VPN software to evade authentication. MFA should be enabled for all VPN users.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 25, 2022

Recent years presented a torrent of research showing how vulnerable RDP systems are for organizations not taking additional cybersecurity precautions. 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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Security Boulevard

JULY 19, 2023

Particularly in the workplace, staff can become overwhelmed with security warnings, IT alerts, cybersecurity policy documents, password change requests, or even media consumption of stories about data breaches at other companies. Protecting your digital assets has become an ever-present need in modern businesses.

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NopSec

JUNE 30, 2023

Leading this month’s advisories we have a duo of pre-auth RCE vulnerabilities that impact Fortinet’s Fortigate SSL VPN and VMWare’s VRealize Network Insight. Fortinet Fortigate SSL VPN RCE CVE-2023-27997 Researchers have identified a critical pre-authentication vulnerability that impacts Fortinet’s wildly popular Fortigate SSL VPN platform.

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