Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Use multifactor authentication where possible. Do not give all users administrative privileges. ? Disable unused ports.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2022

It targets Active Directory to spread via GPO, primarily working with Windows administrative tools for spread, outside connection, and disabling security features like antivirus. Review antivirus logs for indications they were unexpectedly turned off. Use multifactor authentication where possible. Implement network segmentation.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

As of the publishing of this article, BotenaGo currently has low antivirus (AV) detection rate with only 6/62 known AVs seen in VirusTotal: (Figure 1). Ax with firmware 1.04b12 and earlier. NETGEAR DGN2200 devices with firmware through 10.0.0.50. Multiple ZyXEL network-attached storage (NAS) devices running firmware version 5.2,

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Additionally, be cautious when adding new friends; verify their authenticity through known offline connections. Use the administrator account only for maintenance, software installation, or firmware updates. Attention should be paid to protecting routers and updating their firmware. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 1, 2023

To prevent unwanted access and protect data in transit, wireless connections must be secured with strong authentication procedures, encryption protocols, access control rules, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and other security measures. As a result, wireless networks are prone to eavesdropping, illegal access and theft.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 11, 2022

Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Use double authentication when logging into accounts or services. Disable hyperlinks in received emails.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Use double authentication when logging into accounts or services. Disable hyperlinks in received emails.

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Ransomware Accountability Firmware Encryption 100

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

level vulnerability involves a lack of validation, which allows attackers to steal Kubernetes API credentials from the ingress controller, compromise the authentication process by modifying settings, and gain access to internal files including service account tokens. CVE-2022-4886 (Path Sanitization Bypass): This 8.8-level

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 13, 2025

Matrix.org to retire guest accounts and introduce MAS authentication AlternativeTo The matrix.org home server will disable guest accounts and introduce the Matrix Authentication Service (MAS), which aims to alleviate client developers from having to include support for every authentication method.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA). Multi-factor authentication is a great step to add in on every service that offers it. This could be a one-time login code sent via text, a code on an authenticator app, or a push notification, among others. Install an antivirus (AV) you trust. Better safe than sorry, right?

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

If this option is not available, you may need to upgrade the router firmware. It includes features such as Simultaneous Authentication of Equal (SAE), the Dragonfly handshake, simplified setup, better IoT device security, and future proofing. Your router may not offer WPA3, and even if it does, all your devices might not be compatible.

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Wireless Encryption Passwords IoT 98

SecureList

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Okta is a widely used authentication services provider, and it is safe to assume that a hacker controlling their network would be able to infect any of their customers. In both cases, we described new UEFI firmware bootkits that managed to propagate malicious components from the deepest layers of the machine up to Windows’ user-land.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2021

Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. • Use multifactor authentication where possible. Install and regularly update antivirus and anti-malware software on all hosts. Install and regularly update antivirus and anti-malware software on all hosts.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 10, 2022

Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Use double authentication when logging into accounts or services. Disable hyperlinks in received emails.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Here are some recommendations for best network practices: "Patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as manufacturers release updates. Use multi-factor authentication where possible. Set antivirus and anti-malware solutions to automatically update; conduct regular scans.". Implement network segmentation.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Implement network segmentation , “such that all machines on your network are not accessible from every other machine” Update antivirus software on all hosts and enable real-time detection. Update and patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates and patches are released. 7 SP1, 8, 8.1)

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Patch management: Keeping software and firmware up to date to close security gaps. Remote Access Vulnerabilities ICS systems often require remote access for monitoring and maintenance, but attackers can exploit weak authentication methods or insecure remote access points.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 26, 2022

As of the publishing of this article, antivirus (AV) vendor detection for BotenaGo and its variants remains behind with very low detection coverage from most of AV vendors. Figure 8 shows the low level of antivirus detections for BotenaGo’s new variants. Install security and firmware upgrades from vendors, as soon as possible.

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Malware IoT Authentication Antivirus 81

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Clearly, traditional firewalls and antivirus systems will not be sufficient; the complex IIoT infrastructure demands something more advanced. The key requirements for any IoT security solution are: Device and data security, including authentication of devices and confidentiality and integrity of data. Meeting compliance requirements.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 6, 2022

Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Use double authentication when logging into accounts or services. Disable hyperlinks in received emails.

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Ransomware Encryption Accountability Technology 97

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Run a complete antivirus/anti-malware scan and update software. Here are some steps to take if you’ve been hacked: Update all of your device firmware and software. Set up two-factor authentication so nobody else can access your account without a secondary point of contact, like a smartphone.

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SecureList

OCTOBER 25, 2023

This archive is discreetly hosted on legitimate websites, cleverly disguised as firmware binaries for enigmatic devices labeled “m100” The Bitbucket repository was created on June 21, 2018, under the account of Julie Heilman, and it remains the sole repository associated with this profile. onion ghtyqipha6mcwxiz[.]onion

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Lace Tempest (Storm-0950, overlaps w/ FIN11, TA505) authenticates as the user with the highest privileges to exfiltrate files,” Microsoft notes. Endpoint Security: Install and update antivirus software on all hosts. Patch operating systems, software, and firmware on a regular basis. Memorial Day holiday.

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Ransomware Backups Software Passwords 104

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 30, 2023

Additionally, FortiNAC can enforce company policies on device patching and firmware version. FortiNAC provides profiling of each device on the network and enables granular network segmentation and automated responses for changes in device status or behavior. FortiNAC is integrated with FortiGate and other Fortinet products.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Multi-factor authentication : Protects stolen credentials against use by requiring more than a simple username and password combination for access to resources. Passwordless authentication : Eliminates passwords in favor of other types of authentication such as passkeys, SSO, biometrics, or email access.

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Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

Know how to distinguish between fake antivirus offers and real notifications Cybercriminals often use fake antivirus offers to trick users into downloading malware. To protect your company from these types of attacks, it is important to know how to distinguish between fake antivirus offers and real notifications.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as manufacturers release updates. Use multi-factor authentication where possible. Set antivirus and anti-malware solutions to automatically update; conduct regular scans. The joint alert around Ryuk ransomware attacks against U.S. Implement network segmentation.

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Ransomware Healthcare Backups Cybercrime 80

Security Boulevard

APRIL 13, 2022

Sure, your company has anti-malware scanners and antivirus software, but cybercriminals are still finding a way through. Firmware and embedded software . Chips and devices (such as a hard drive, mouse, or memory controller) contain embedded software known as firmware. Code signing is proven to effectively deter this. .

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Software IoT Firmware Internet 52

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Although beyond the scope of the network, effective network security relies upon the effective authentication of the user elsewhere in the security stack. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) : In today’s ransomware-riddled environment, two-factor authentication should also be considered a minimum requirement for all forms of remote access.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 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. Mobile statistics. Targeted attacks. CosmicStrand: discovery of a sophisticated UEFI rootkit.

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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. Maintain effective endpoint security ( antivirus , EDR ). Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA).

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2023

Invest in the most impactful measures today and build toward a mature cybersecurity plan tomorrow by: Implementing the highest-priority security controls first: e.g., multifactor authentication (MFA), patch management, data backups, content filtering, etc. Install, regularly update, and enable real-time detection for antivirus software.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Install an antivirus solution that includes anti-adware capabilities. If your antivirus software fails to notice a new strain, you can reinstall the browser. This exposed data includes everything from emails and documents typed to passwords entered for authentication purposes. Firmware rootkit. Rootkit Type. Description.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Any bugs or glitches in its programming leaves noticeable trails for antivirus software to track. Firmware Rootkit. A firmware rootkit uses device or platform firmware to create a persistent malware image in the router, network card, hard drive or the basic input/output system (BIOS). using strong authentication.

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2021

Require multi-factor authentication for remote access to OT and IT networks. Update software , including operating systems, applications, and firmware on IT network assets, in a timely manner. After assessing risks, if RDP is deemed operationally necessary, restrict the originating sources and require multi-factor authentication.

Ransomware 140

Ransomware Healthcare Phishing Risk 140

Malwarebytes

JUNE 3, 2022

Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Use double authentication when logging into accounts or services. Disable hyperlinks in received emails.

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Ransomware Accountability Technology Firmware 127