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Compromising the Secure Boot Process

Schneier on Security

JULY 26, 2024

The cause: a cryptographic key underpinning Secure Boot on those models that was compromised in 2022. The repository included the private portion of the platform key in encrypted form. The repository was located at [link] and it’s not clear when it was taken down.

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Quantum Threats and How to Protect Your Data

SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Recent progress has sparked discussions, but current capabilities are still far from threatening encryption standards like 2048-bit RSA. It is essential to understand the risks posed by quantum computing, as future advancements could compromise today's encrypted data, opening new opportunities for threat actors.

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Barracuda Urges Replacing — Not Patching — Its Email Security Gateways

Krebs on Security

JUNE 8, 2023

More alarmingly, the company said it appears attackers first started exploiting the flaw in October 2022. “One of the goals of malware is to be hard to remove, and this suggests the malware compromised the firmware itself to make it really hard to remove and really stealthy,” Weaver said.

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China-linked APT Mustang Panda targets TP-Link routers with a custom firmware implant

Security Affairs

MAY 16, 2023

China-linked APT group Mustang Panda employed a custom firmware implant targeting TP-Link routers in targeted attacks since January 2023. In 2022 campaigns, threat actors used European Union reports on the conflict in Ukraine and Ukrainian government reports as lures. SOCKS tunneling — Relay communication between different clients.

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Types of Encryption, Methods & Use Cases

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption scrambles data to make it unreadable to those without decryption keys. Proper use of encryption preserves secrecy and radically lowers the potential damage of a successful cybersecurity attack. Encryption algorithm types will provide an overview of the mathematical algorithms used to encrypt data (AES, RSA, etc.),

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Ransomware: April 2022 review

Malwarebytes

MAY 6, 2022

April 2022 was most notable for the emergence of three new ransomware-as-a-service ( RaaS ) groups— Onyx , Mindware , and Black Basta —as well as the unwelcome return of REvil , one of the world’s most notorious and dangerous ransomware operations. Ransomware attacks in April 2022. Known ransomware attacks in April 2022 by country.

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IT threat evolution Q3 2022

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

IT threat evolution in Q3 2022. IT threat evolution in Q3 2022. IT threat evolution in Q3 2022. In July, we reported a rootkit that we found in modified Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) firmware, the code that loads and initiates the boot process when the computer is turned on. Non-mobile statistics.

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Windows update may present users with a BitLocker recovery screen

Malwarebytes

JULY 25, 2024

BitLocker is a Windows security feature that encrypts entire drives. Affected systems are running Windows 10 and 11 or one of the server versions (Windows Server 2022, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008.).

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Best Disaster Recovery Solutions for 2022

eSecurity Planet

JULY 8, 2022

“With a cyberattack, it’s more than just data that needs protecting—at risk is really the entire physical infrastructure from applications and operating systems down to low-level firmware and BIOS. The solution contains a separate fault domain, which prevents ransomware-encrypted servers from infecting the data protection solution.

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Ransomware: March 2022 review

Malwarebytes

APRIL 11, 2022

In this March 2022 ransomware review, we go over some of the most successful ransomware incidents based on both open source and dark web intelligence. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. The post Ransomware: March 2022 review appeared first on Malwarebytes Labs.

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Millions of Arris routers are vulnerable to path traversal attacks

Malwarebytes

AUGUST 1, 2022

This web server is present in Arris firmware which can be found in several router models. released June 1, 2022). Unfortunately the Arris firmware is based on the vulnerable version of muhttpd. Derek Abdine found several vulnerabilities, one of which is: CVE-2022-31793 : Path traversal from the filesystem root.

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Ransomware: February 2022 review

Malwarebytes

MARCH 10, 2022

In this February 2022 ransomware review, we go over some the most successful ransomware incidents based on both open source and dark web intelligence. Observed since: February 2022 Ransomware note: read_me.html Ransomware extension: <original file name> [vote2024forjb@protonmail[.]com].encryptedJB SFile (Escal).

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Chinese national charged for hacking thousands of Sophos firewalls

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The malware stole data and encrypted files to block remediation attempts. “The malware that exploited the vulnerability discovered by Guan was designed to steal information from infected computers and to encrypt files on them if a victim attempted to remediate the infection. ” reads the press release published by DoJ.

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Ransomware rolled through business defenses in Q2 2022

Malwarebytes

JULY 13, 2022

Fast forward to 2022, and the headache has become a migraine—not just for IT teams but business owners, employees, and customers as well. LockBit was the most widely-distributed ransomware in March, April, and May 2022, and its total of 263 spring attacks was more than double the number of Conti, the variant in second place.

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MY TAKE: ‘Digital trust’ has a huge role to play mitigating cybersecurity threats, going forward

The Last Watchdog

MAY 23, 2022

They require integrity, authentication, trusted identity and encryption. Protocols and policies setting new parameters for trusted connections are being hammered out and advanced encryption, authentication and data protection solutions are being ramped up. Related: Leveraging PKI to advance electronic signatures.

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QNAP force-installs update against the recent wave of DeadBolt ransomware infections

Security Affairs

JANUARY 29, 2022

QNAP forces its customers to update the firmware of their Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices to protect against the DeadBolt ransomware. QNAP forced the firmware update for its Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices to protect its customers against the DeadBolt ransomware. ” states the vendor.

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Nastiest Malware 2024

Webroot

OCTOBER 31, 2024

A pivotal moment came when the FBI obtained over 7,000 decryption keys, allowing victims to unlock their encrypted data for free. Despite these setbacks, LockBit attempted to maintain its operations, quickly adapting by changing encryption methods and shifting its leak site strategy.

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Android vulnerabilities could allow arbitrary code execution

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The critical Qualcomm vulnerabilities all relate to the WLAN component and have the following CVEs: CVE-2022-25748 has a CVSS score of 9.8 CVE-2022-25718 has a CVSS score of 9.1 CVE-2022-25720 has a CVSS score of 9.8 out of 10 and could be exploited to trigger memory corruption leading to arbitrary code execution.

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Experts show how to run malware on chips of a turned-off iPhone

Security Affairs

MAY 16, 2022

Researchers devised an attack technique to tamper the firmware and execute a malware onto a Bluetooth chip when an iPhone is “off.” Unlike NFC and UWB chips, the Bluetooth firmware is neither signed nor encrypted opening the doors to modification. To nominate, please visit:?

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A new wave of Qlocker ransomware attacks targets QNAP NAS devices

Security Affairs

JANUARY 16, 2022

BleepingComputer also reported that dozens of ransom notes and encrypted files have been submitted to the ID-Ransomware service by affected QNAP users. “It seems like a new version of the QLocker ransomware appeared on 06/1/2022. Up to date apps and firmware seem not to help either.” We will see if thats the case.

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A new wave of DeadBolt Ransomware attacks hit QNAP NAS devices ?

Security Affairs

MARCH 22, 2022

Since January, DeadBolt ransomware operators are targeting QNAP NAS devices worldwide , its operators claim the availability of a zero-day exploit that allows them to encrypt the content of the infected systems. Once encrypted the content of the device, the ransomware appends. ” reads the post published by Censys.”Fortunately,

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Downfall Intel CPU side-channel attack exposes sensitive data

Security Affairs

AUGUST 9, 2023

Google researcher Daniel Moghimi devised a new side-channel attack technique Intel CPU, named Downfall, that relies on a flaw tracked as CVE-2022-40982. Malware can carry out a Downfall attack to steal sensitive information like passwords, encryption keys, and private data such as banking details, personal emails, and messages.

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Router security in 2021

SecureList

JUNE 8, 2022

Number of router vulnerabilities according to cve.mitre.org, 2010–2022 ( download ). Number of router vulnerabilities according to nvd.nist.gov, 2010–2022 ( download ). search for smart devices with the default password in the summer of last year revealed more than 27,000 hits, a similar search in April 2022 returned only 851.

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North Korean APT targets US healthcare sector with Maui ransomware

Malwarebytes

JULY 10, 2022

pic.twitter.com/tFrKeZgKpL — Jen Easterly (@CISAJen) July 6, 2022. North Korean state-sponsored cyber-actors used Maui ransomware in these incidents to encrypt servers responsible for healthcare services—including electronic health records services, diagnostics services, imaging services, and intranet services.

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Ransomware gang attacks MSI and demands $4m for decryption

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 9, 2023

According to an office statement released by Taiwan-based Micro-Star International (MSI) Co LTD, a ransomware gang named ‘Money Message’ has encrypted its servers and is demanding a huge sum in exchange for the decryption key.

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A bowl full of security problems: Examining the vulnerabilities of smart pet feeders

SecureList

JUNE 20, 2023

The findings of the study reveal a number of serious security issues, including the use of hard-coded credentials, and an insecure firmware update process. We later managed to extract the firmware from the EEPROM for further static reverse engineering. Further hardware analysis of the circuit board helped us identify chips.

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QNAP warns of a new wave of DeadBolt ransomware attacks against its NAS devices

Security Affairs

MAY 20, 2022

.” Since January, DeadBolt ransomware operators are targeting QNAP NAS devices worldwide , its operators claim the availability of a zero-day exploit that allows them to encrypt the content of the infected systems. Once encrypted the content of the device, the ransomware appends.

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ÆPIC Leak is the first CPU flaw able to architecturally disclose sensitive data

Security Affairs

AUGUST 17, 2022

Researchers uncovered a new flaw, dubbed ÆPIC, in Intel CPUs that enables attackers to obtain encryption keys and other secret information from the processors. The ÆPIC Leak ( CVE-2022-21233 ) is the first architecturally CPU bug that could lead to the disclosure of sensitive data and impacts most 10th, 11th and 12th generation Intel CPUs.

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DeadBolt ransomware gang tricked into giving victims free decryption keys

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 19, 2022

DeadBolt is a ransomware that specializes in encrypting online network attached storage (NAS) devices. In January 2022, news broke that a ransomware group was targeting QNAP Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices. Make sure that the firmware of your device and all the software running on it is up to date.

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Privacy Roundup: Week 1 of Year 2025

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 4, 2025

Vulnerabilities and Malware Primarily includes severe and exploited vulnerabilities in devices or software used by end users (ex: a major router firmware flaw). Commonly, these botnets exploit CVE-2015-2051, CVE-2019-10891, CVE-2022-37056, and CVE-2024-33112 for initial access to vulnerable D-Link routers.

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FBI issues advisory over Play ransomware

Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 19, 2023

According to the FBI, Play made around 300 victims between June 2022 and October 2023 among a wide range of businesses and critical infrastructure in North America, South America, and Europe. Then the hunt for valuable data and the preparation for the encryption process begins. Stop malicious encryption.

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Feds Warn About Critical Infrastructure Ransomware Attacks, Vulnerabilities

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Also read: Top Vulnerability Management Tools for 2022. The ransomware encrypts files on compromised Windows host systems, including physical and virtual servers, the advisory noted, and the executable leaves a ransom note in all directories where encryption occurs, including ransom payment instructions for obtaining a decryption key.

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DeadBolt Ransomware Decryption Key Released

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Thankfully, Emsisoft CTO Fabian Wosar came to the rescue and shared this tweet: QNAP users who got hit by DeadBolt and paid the ransom are now struggling to decrypt their data because a forced firmware update issued by @QNAP_nas removed the payload that is required for decryption. January 30, 2022. link] — Fabian Wosar (@fwosar).

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QNAP warns new Deadbolt ransomware attacks exploiting zero-day

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

today detected the security threat DEADBOLT leveraging exploitation of Photo Station vulnerability to encrypt QNAP NAS that are directly connected to the Internet. Once encrypted the content of the device, the ransomware appends. The attacks started on Saturday meantime the Taiwanese vendor has addressed the vulnerability.

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Russia-linked APT28 compromised Ubiquiti EdgeRouters to facilitate cyber operations

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

“As early as 2022, APT28 actors had utilized compromised EdgeRouters to facilitate covert cyber operations against governments, militaries, and organizations around the world.” Since September 2022, Moobot botnet was spotted targeting vulnerable D-Link routers. Upgrade to the latest firmware version.

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QNAP update stops Deadbolt ransomware, annoys some users, starts debate

Malwarebytes

JANUARY 28, 2022

Earlier this week (25 January, 2022) news broke that a ransomware group was targeting QNAP Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices. QNAP) pushed out an automatic, forced, update with firmware containing the latest security updates to protect against the attackers’ “DeadBolt” ransomware. Today QNAP® Systems, Inc.

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Who and What is Behind the Malware Proxy Service SocksEscort?

Krebs on Security

JULY 25, 2023

Preserving bandwidth for both customers and victims was a primary concern for SocksEscort in July 2022, when 911S5 — at the time the world’s largest known malware proxy network — got hacked and imploded just days after being exposed in a story here. “Probably, they wanted to keep that revenue stream going.”

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Android malware, Android malware and more Android malware

SecureList

MARCH 20, 2024

Encrypted C2 address in a chat invitation Tambir supports more then 30 commands that it can retrieve from the C2. The same malware earlier had been found in the firmware of a kids’ smart watch by an Israeli manufacturer distributed mainly in Europe and the Middle East. Collects system information (e.g.

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Another ransomware payment recovered by the Justice Department

Malwarebytes

JULY 20, 2022

According to court documents, in May 2021, North Korean hackers used a ransomware strain called Ransom.Maui to encrypt the files and servers of a medical center in the District of Kansas. In May 2022, the FBI seized the contents of two cryptocurrency accounts that had received funds from the Kansas and Colorado health care providers.

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Lapsus$: The New Name in Ransomware Gangs

Security Boulevard

MARCH 15, 2022

Tue, 03/15/2022 - 17:20. Code signing certificates assign a digital signature on executable software and firmware to allow them and mark them as trusted. Lapsus$: The New Name in Ransomware Gangs. brooke.crothers. Lapsus$ arrives. Impresa owns the country's largest TV channel and newspaper, SIC and Expresso. But first things first.

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StripedFly: Perennially flying under the radar

SecureList

OCTOBER 25, 2023

It comes equipped with a built-in TOR network tunnel for communication with command servers, along with update and delivery functionality through trusted services such as GitLab, GitHub, and Bitbucket, all using custom encrypted archives. org/JulieHeilman/m100-firmware-mirror/downloads/ bitbucket[.]org/upgrades/um/downloads/

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ISaPWN – research on the security of ISaGRAF Runtime

SecureList

MAY 23, 2022

Since authentication data is encrypted with a preset symmetric key, the attacker could decrypt an intercepted target (device) password. As of March 2022, the following vendors had reported ISaGRAF Runtime vulnerabilities in their products: Rockwell Automation , Schneider Electric , Xylem , GE , and Moxa.

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EU and US agencies warn that Russia could attack satellite communications networks

Security Affairs

MARCH 20, 2022

" — Chris Bing (@Bing_Chris) March 15, 2022. “Eurocontrol, Network of Analysts and open-source data reports analysed by EASA indicate that since 24 February 2022, there are four key geographical areas where GNSS spoofing and/or jamming has intensified” states the bulletin. Not only cyber attacks.

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Satellites are critical infrastructure and need to be cybersecured

Malwarebytes

MARCH 29, 2022

On March 17, 2022, the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published an al e rt in conjunction with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) which warned of possible threats to US and international satellite communication (SATCOM) networks. pic.twitter.com/Cy1kiAN0bc — NB65 (@xxNB65) March 1, 2022.

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Compromising the Secure Boot Process

Quantum Threats and How to Protect Your Data

Trending Sources

Barracuda Urges Replacing — Not Patching — Its Email Security Gateways

China-linked APT Mustang Panda targets TP-Link routers with a custom firmware implant

Types of Encryption, Methods & Use Cases

Ransomware: April 2022 review

IT threat evolution Q3 2022

Windows update may present users with a BitLocker recovery screen

Best Disaster Recovery Solutions for 2022

Ransomware: March 2022 review

Millions of Arris routers are vulnerable to path traversal attacks

Ransomware: February 2022 review

Chinese national charged for hacking thousands of Sophos firewalls

Ransomware rolled through business defenses in Q2 2022

MY TAKE: ‘Digital trust’ has a huge role to play mitigating cybersecurity threats, going forward

QNAP force-installs update against the recent wave of DeadBolt ransomware infections

Nastiest Malware 2024

Android vulnerabilities could allow arbitrary code execution

Experts show how to run malware on chips of a turned-off iPhone

A new wave of Qlocker ransomware attacks targets QNAP NAS devices

A new wave of DeadBolt Ransomware attacks hit QNAP NAS devices ?

Downfall Intel CPU side-channel attack exposes sensitive data

Router security in 2021

North Korean APT targets US healthcare sector with Maui ransomware

Ransomware gang attacks MSI and demands $4m for decryption

A bowl full of security problems: Examining the vulnerabilities of smart pet feeders

QNAP warns of a new wave of DeadBolt ransomware attacks against its NAS devices

ÆPIC Leak is the first CPU flaw able to architecturally disclose sensitive data

DeadBolt ransomware gang tricked into giving victims free decryption keys

Privacy Roundup: Week 1 of Year 2025

FBI issues advisory over Play ransomware

Feds Warn About Critical Infrastructure Ransomware Attacks, Vulnerabilities

DeadBolt Ransomware Decryption Key Released

QNAP warns new Deadbolt ransomware attacks exploiting zero-day

Russia-linked APT28 compromised Ubiquiti EdgeRouters to facilitate cyber operations

QNAP update stops Deadbolt ransomware, annoys some users, starts debate

Who and What is Behind the Malware Proxy Service SocksEscort?

Android malware, Android malware and more Android malware

Another ransomware payment recovered by the Justice Department

Lapsus$: The New Name in Ransomware Gangs

StripedFly: Perennially flying under the radar

ISaPWN – research on the security of ISaGRAF Runtime

EU and US agencies warn that Russia could attack satellite communications networks

Satellites are critical infrastructure and need to be cybersecured

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