eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 20, 2024

Use Strong, Unique Passwords Weak passwords are easy for hackers to guess or crack, especially if they’re common or reused across multiple sites. When creating passwords, use at least 12 characters, combining uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special symbols.

Identity Theft 131

Identity Theft Data breaches Passwords Encryption 131

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. Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Review antivirus logs for indications they were unexpectedly turned off.

Ransomware 98

Ransomware Antivirus Passwords Backups 98

Hot for Security

MARCH 17, 2021

The cyber actors conduct network reconnaissance and execute commands to deactivate antivirus capabilities on targeted systems before deploying the ransomware. The notice also includes mitigation steps like: Regularly back up data, air gap and password-protect backup copies offline. Implement network segmentation. and others.

Education 111

Education Healthcare Government Ransomware 111

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Warding off zombies : Regularly update device firmware, patch IoT devices, and monitor for unusual traffic patterns. How to keep the ghosts away : Conduct routine audits of connected devices, disconnect unused devices, and enforce strong password policies across all endpoints.

IoT 111

IoT Phishing DDOS Backups 111

Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2021

Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. • Regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, and avoid reusing passwords for different accounts. .

Government 111

Government Passwords Firmware Accountability 111

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 21, 2022

Hackers gained initial access by brute-forcing an existing account via “a simple, predictable password” to enroll a new device in the MFA procedures, the agencies said. Update software, including operating systems, applications, and firmware on IT network assets in a timely manner. Security Best Practices.

VPN 115

VPN Accountability Authentication Passwords 115

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

The typical username and password for Wi-Fi routers is “admin” for both, but you may need to search online or contact your ISP if that doesn’t work. And while you’re in there, update that password to something a little less hackable, possibly saving the new one in a password manager.

Wireless 86

Wireless Encryption Passwords IoT 86

Malwarebytes

APRIL 11, 2022

Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection.

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Ransomware Accountability Technology Firmware 96

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

The advisory also provides mitigations: Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air gapped, password protected copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection.

Ransomware 102

Ransomware Accountability Firmware Antivirus 102

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Install an antivirus solution that includes anti-adware capabilities. Organizations can help prevent their computers from becoming part of a botnet by installing anti-malware software, using firewalls , keeping software up-to-date, and forcing users to use strong passwords. How to Defend Against Adware. ” Malicious Mobile Apps.

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Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Even harmless details, such as pet names or birthplaces, can be used by hackers to reset passwords. Use the administrator account only for maintenance, software installation, or firmware updates. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated password manager apps.

Firmware 90

Firmware IoT Accountability Passwords 90

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 18, 2022

The attackers do not engage and instead collect data indirectly, using techniques such as physical observation around buildings, eavesdropping on conversations, finding papers with logins/passwords, Google dorks, open source intelligence (OSINT), advanced Shodan searches, WHOIS data, and packet sniffing.

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Penetration Testing DNS Firmware Antivirus 141

Hacker's King

OCTOBER 7, 2024

You may also like to read: How To Brute Force Attack On Network, WebApps and Directories: Kraken All-in-one Password Cracking Kit What is Initial Program Load (IPL)? Modern-day attacks increasingly target the firmware and boot stages of computing systems, aiming to compromise devices long before the operating system is fully functional.

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Firmware Cybersecurity IoT Passwords 52

Malwarebytes

MARCH 10, 2022

Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection.

Ransomware 108

Ransomware Phishing Accountability Technology 108

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Endpoint Security: Install and update antivirus software on all hosts. Password Policies: Enforce NIST password policy requirements, such as lengthier passwords and the use of password managers. Password suggestions should be disabled, and frequent password changes should be avoided.

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Ransomware Backups Software Passwords 102

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

They contain a wealth of information like credit card numbers, online passwords, photos, intellectual property, work documents and more. Here’s what you should do immediately: Reset your most sensitive passwords for local and online accounts. Run a complete antivirus/anti-malware scan and update software.

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Scams Banking Accountability Passwords 92

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches. 583% increase in Kerberoasting [password hash cracking] attacks. 64% of managers and higher admit to poor password practices.

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Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 108

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 1, 2023

For example, Wi-Fi protected access (WPA) requires users to provide a password or passphrase to gain access to the network. Ensure that your password is complex, unique, and has a mix of upper and lower case letters, numbers and symbols. Device security is also an important part of wireless network security.

Wireless 95

Wireless Encryption Authentication IoT 95

SecureWorld News

AUGUST 8, 2022

ForrmBook is capable of key logging and capturing browser or email client passwords, but its developers continue to update the malware to exploit the latest Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVS), such as CVE-2021-40444 Microsoft MSHTML Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. AZORult's developers are constantly updating its capabilities.

Malware 89

Malware Banking Penetration Testing Healthcare 89

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Patch management: Keeping software and firmware up to date to close security gaps. Firmware Manipulation Attackers can manipulate firmware in ICS components, such as controllers and sensors, by inserting malicious code to compromise operations.

Firmware 103

Firmware Encryption Manufacturing Risk 103

Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

A secure network starts with a strong password policy. Passwords should be complex and changed frequently. This includes teaching them how to identify suspicious emails and links, how to create strong passwords, and how to recognize and report cyber threats.

Cyber Attacks 52

Cyber Attacks Antivirus Firewall Data breaches 52

Malwarebytes

MAY 6, 2022

Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection.

Ransomware 98

Ransomware Encryption Accountability Technology 98

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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Ransomware Encryption Backups Accountability 124

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. Regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts and avoid reusing passwords for different accounts. Use multi-factor authentication where possible.

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Ransomware Education Backups Malware 66

Security Affairs

MAY 19, 2023

In March 2018, security researchers at Antivirus firm Dr. Web discovered that 42 models of low-cost Android smartphones are shipped with the Android.Triada.231 ” The Guerrilla malware has a modular structure, each plugin was designed to support a specific feature, including: SMS Plugin : Intercepts one-time passwords sent via SMS.

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Mobile Advertising Malware Cybercrime 98

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. The attackers compress stolen files into encrypted and password-protected ZIP archives. Mobile statistics. Targeted attacks.

Malware 133

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 133

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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Malware DNS Encryption Cryptocurrency 136

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Both frameworks are very robust and are highly effective dual-purpose tools, allowing actors to dump clear text passwords or hash values from memory with the use of Mimikatz. Patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as manufacturers release updates. Implement network segmentation.

Ransomware 66

Ransomware Healthcare Backups Cybercrime 66

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Policies typically will be written documents that detail the requirements that will be enforced, such as password complexity. Minimum User Access Controls Active Directory: The smallest organizations might only worry about device access, otherwise known as the login credentials (username/password). and mobile (phones, tablets, etc.)

Firewall 104

Firewall Network Security Penetration Testing Encryption 104

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 30, 2024

Set Secure Firewall Rules & ACLs To prevent unwanted access and ensure effective traffic management, secure your firewall through updating firmware to resolve vulnerabilities and adopting proper configurations prior to installing firewalls in production. The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) should be disabled or set securely.

Firewall 63

Firewall Architecture Firmware Risk 63

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. Use strong passwords. Maintain effective endpoint security ( antivirus , EDR ). Strong Access Control for Users.

Firewall 106

Firewall Malware Phishing Software 106

Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2023

Require all accounts with credentialed logins to comply with NIST standards for password policies. Install, regularly update, and enable real-time detection for antivirus software. Keep all operating systems, software, and firmware up to date. Require phishing-resistant MFA. Segment networks to prevent the spread of ransomware.

Education 83

Education Ransomware Cybersecurity Risk 83

Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

Regularly back up data, password protect backup copies offline. 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. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts.

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Ransomware DDOS Passwords Backups 128

SecureList

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Apart from Trojanized installers, we also observed infections involving use of a UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) and MBR (Master Boot Record) bootkit. The malware steals passwords from browsers and from the device’s memory, providing remote access to capture internet banking access. logins, passwords, etc.),

Malware 130

Malware Banking Energy and Utilities Accountability 130

Malwarebytes

JUNE 3, 2022

Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection.

Ransomware 134

Ransomware Accountability Technology Firmware 134

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Since 2008, antivirus and cybersecurity software testers AV-TEST have kept track of the number of newly-developed malware worldwide, totaling at nearly 1 billion as of September 2022. Firmware rootkits are also known as “hardware rootkits.”. Today, malware is a common threat to the devices and data of anyone who uses the Internet.

Malware 73

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 73

ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 5, 2021

You cannot go ahead and install an antivirus on the IoT device, they don't have enough processing power. Vamosi: The devices themselves are becoming less and less expensive, Yay, but would you rather upgrade the firmware on a toothbrush, probably not. Darki: So imagine malware is something like a Swiss knife. Probably not.

IoT 52

IoT DDOS Malware Internet 52