Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2021

The threat actors are actively exploiting the following vulnerabilities in Fortinet FortiOS: CVE-2018-13379 ; CVE-2020-12812 ; CVE-2019-5591. The joint alert also states that attackers scanning also enumerated devices for the CVE-2020-12812 and CVE-2019-5591 flaws. Implement network segmentation. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

As we pointed out in our State of Malware report, published earlier this year, Malwarebytes recorded an eye-watering 607% increase in malware detections in the agriculture sector in 2020. Malwarebytes recorded a 607% increase in agriculture sector attacks in 2020. Implement network segmentation. hard drive, storage device, the cloud).

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2021

The Darkside ransomware gang first emerged in the threat landscape in August 2020, in recent months the group was very active and targeted organizations worldwide. Update software , including operating systems, applications, and firmware on IT network assets, in a timely manner. Implement regular data backup procedures .

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Security Affairs

APRIL 14, 2022

sys “) by triggering the CVE-2020-15368 flaw to execute malicious code in the Windows kernel. Maintain known-good offline backups for faster recovery upon a disruptive attack, and conduct hashing and integrity checks on firmware and controller configuration files to ensure validity of those backups.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Malwarebytes has been tracking the group since December 2020. But you should also realize that while it’s easy to say that you need reliable and easy to deploy backups, for example, it’s not always easy to follow that advice. Maintain offline backups of data, and regularly maintain backup and restoration.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 15, 2021

RDP accesses); Exploitation of vulnerabilities affecting control systems running vulnerable firmware versions. The ransomware affected the victim’s SCADA system and backup systems. In March 2021, cyber actors used an unknown ransomware variant against a Nevada-based WWS facility.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 18, 2020

The FBI, CISA, and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) recently revealed that the number of ransomware incidents against K-12 districts increased dramatically at the beginning of fall 2020 classes. K-12 districts now top ransomware target. Scan for open or listening ports and mediate those that are not needed.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 20, 2022

A part of this ransom was recovered in 2020 from a laundering operation in Ukraine. Although Maui may be a little different from run-of-the-mill ransomware, the steps to protect against it are not: Maintain offsite, offline backups of data and test them regularly. Keep operating systems, applications, and firmware up to date.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 8, 2022

A 2020 LokiBot variant was disguised as a launcher for the Fortnite multiplayer video game. In 2020, cyber criminals used TrickBot to target the Healthcare and Public Health (HPH) Sector and then launch ransomware attacks, exfiltrate data, or disrupt healthcare services. physically disconnected) backups of data. Enforce MFA.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The agencies offered some sound cybersecurity advice for BlackByte that applies pretty generally: Conduct regular backups and store them as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline. Update and patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates and patches are released.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 27, 2024

Immediately update your QNAP devices to the most recent firmware to mitigate these issues. May 22, 2024 Veeam Addresses Vulnerabilities in Backup & Replication Update Type of vulnerability: Authentication bypass, privilege escalation, NTLM relay attack, and more. to address the vulnerabilities. Update to these versions instantly.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 28, 2021

Prevent Rely solely on offline backups Disallow unnecessary file sharing. From BIOS and firmware to UEFI code, VBOS is an attack vector that requires more attention. While the design of a unified extensible firmware interface (UEFI) overcame BIOS limitations, both components critical to computer operation are an increasing target.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 6, 2022

REvil (aka Sodinokibi) first appeared in May 2020 and has been responsible for numerous high-profile ransomware attacks, including arguably the biggest ransomware attack of all time—a supply-chain attack on Kaseya VSA in July 2021 that is thought to have affected over 1,000 businesses. An old enemy returns. Ransomware mitigations.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 13, 2022

Automatic data backups to offsite and/or segmented servers will be key in keeping businesses operational in case of breach. Ransoms were 36 percent higher in 2021 than in 2020 at an average of $6.1 In 2020, gangs such as Conti, REvil, and Maze published stolen data even if the ransom was paid. Ransomware mitigations.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Here are five significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities with IoT in 2020. Before the device applies the update, it sends a backup to the servers. Even if a local network is completely secured and all IoT devices on it have firmware and software updated to the last version, a shadow IoT device can wreak havoc. Shadow IoT Devices.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

Two years later, the group moved to using Conti, in May 2020. Below is a list of recommended mitigations from the FBI, which it issued along with an alert on Conti ransomware late last week: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Implement network segmentation.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 29, 2020

October 29, 2020. Patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as manufacturers release updates. Identify critical assets such as patient database servers, medical records, and teleheatlh and telework infrastructure; create backups of these systems and house the backups offline from the network.

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SecureList

JANUARY 31, 2024

However, they can learn to mitigate the impact more effectively (for example, through better securing the most confidential data, and with proper backup and incident response plans). Potential victims are unlikely to become immune to attacks any time soon. Vehicle manufacturers and service providers sometimes do likewise.

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Pen Test Partners

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

SimpliSafe downplayed the risk and did not address the issue with a simple firmware update, suggesting that a full device replacement might be needed. 2020: Tenable found that someone inside a home could add a new PIN to the alarm keypad without knowing the existing one. SimpliSafe quickly fixed this with a firmware update.

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McAfee

AUGUST 24, 2021

It is estimated that there are over 200 million IV infusions administered globally each year, and 2020 sales of IV pumps in the US were at $13.5 Lastly, the pump runs its own custom Real Time Operating System (RTOS) and firmware on a M32C microcontroller. The backup archive can then be downloaded for later restore of the settings.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2023

By January 2023, education had claimed over 80 percent of all global malware incidents —a staggering lead that has held since 2020. In fact, 57 percent of all ransomware incidents disclosed to the FBI involved K–12 districts at the start of the 2020/2021 school year, compared to just 28 percent the year prior.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 23, 2022

Chinese APT attackers developed a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) malware that hijacks the booting sequence and is saved in the SPI flash memory of the motherboard beyond where most tools might remove it. See the Best Backup Solutions for Ransomware Protection. Lessons Learned.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2022

For this reason, software and firmware providers often release updates and patches to thwart hackers’ attempts. Backups and a rigid backup strategy are another essential part of the network security puzzle, as they ensure lost data is recoverable when all else fails. Promptly Patching Systems.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

With over 600,000 devices, this botnet exposed just how vulnerable IoT devices could be and led to the IoT Cybersecurity Improvement Act of 2020. A strain of keylogger malware dubbed LokiBot notably increased in 2020. Often organizations can mitigate ransomware attacks by having up-to-date backups. Firmware rootkit.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2022

Already a leading SD-WAN pick, the HPE subsidiary boosted its market position with acquisitions of security vendor Cape Networks in 2018 and WAN specialist Silver Peak Systems in 2020. Veteran cybersecurity vendor Fortinet is an SD-WAN leader building off its existing network security portfolio to enable clients’ wide area networks.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

553% increase in DNS Flood attacks from 1H 2020 to 2H 2023. However, also consider deploying specialized tools or tools with expanded capabilities, such as: Basic input output system (BIOS) security: Operates outside of the operating system to guard the firmware and other basic software connecting the operating system to a PC.

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Centraleyes

JUNE 11, 2024

Encrypt and securely store backups offsite to protect critical data from unauthorized access or tampering. Regularly update hardware firmware and retire outdated devices to maintain a secure computing environment.

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 29, 2020

You want to make sure the devices used are hardened, they don’t have unnecessary outside access, that they are kept up-to-date with their software, firmware, etc. In 2020, we’re stuck in the middle of these two extremes right now. This includes best practices. But there’s more. Vamosi: Another complication.

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 29, 2020

You want to make sure the devices used are hardened, they don’t have unnecessary outside access, that they are kept up-to-date with their software, firmware, etc. In 2020, we’re stuck in the middle of these two extremes right now. This includes best practices. But there’s more. Vamosi: Another complication.

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 20, 2020

You want to make sure the devices used are hardened, they don’t have unnecessary outside access, that they are kept up-to-date with their software, firmware, etc. In 2020, we’re stuck in the middle of these two extremes right now. This includes best practices. But there’s more. Vamosi: Another complication.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 3, 2022

Conti ransomware and the group that distributes it has been a dangerous, noisy presence in the ransomware ecosystem since 2020. Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released.

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SecureList

JULY 28, 2022

In late 2021, we encountered a malicious DXE driver incorporated into several UEFI firmware images that were flagged by our firmware scanner (integrated into Kaspersky products at the start of 2019). We first reported DeathStalker’s VileRAT campaign in August 2020. Final thoughts.

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