Security Affairs

MARCH 2, 2025

Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape.

Malware 62

Malware Architecture IoT Ransomware 62

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 1, 2023

In this article, we will explore some of the trending topics in cybersecurity, shedding light on the advancements, threats, and the measures we need to take to protect ourselves. Internet of Things (IoT) Security: The proliferation of IoT devices has opened a new frontier for cybersecurity concerns.

Cybersecurity 105

Cybersecurity IoT Architecture Artificial Intelligence 105

Malwarebytes

AUGUST 20, 2021

As it happens Microsoft wrote about the Mozi botnet , which is essentially a Mirai variant, going after Netgear, Huawei, and ZTE gateways by using clever persistence techniques that are specifically adapted to each gateway’s particular architecture. Vulnerabilities.

DDOS 145

DDOS IoT Internet Internet 145

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 31, 2021

Use cases of secure IoT deployment. In our previous blog post , we discussed the challenges for securing IoT deployments, and how businesses and consumers benefit from authenticating and validating IoT software and firmware updates. Tue, 06/01/2021 - 06:55. Use case 1: Fortune 500 Healthcare Company.

IoT 71

IoT Computers and Electronics Manufacturing Firmware 71

CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 28, 2023

This article aims to provide a comprehensive list of cybersecurity research topics suitable for beginners, helping them delve into the fundamentals of this rapidly evolving field. Internet of Things (IoT) Security: Examine the security risks associated with IoT devices, including privacy concerns, data integrity, and device authentication.

Cybersecurity 111

Cybersecurity Penetration Testing Social Engineering IoT 111

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Researchers from FortiGuard Labs discovered the previously undetected RapperBot IoT botnet in August, and reported that it is active since mid-June 2022. Other related campaigns uncovered during this investigation are detailed later in this article.” ” reads the report published by FortiGuard Labs. Pierluigi Paganini.

DDOS 125

DDOS IoT Malware Architecture 125

SecureWorld News

JUNE 24, 2024

T – Technology Essential to secure the digital enterprise across the Infrastructure, Application and Services dimensions of a layered security architecture. Stay abreast of: Current trends such as Zero Trust, Cloud Security, IoT Security, Ransomware, Supply Chain Security, BYOD / Mobile Security, etc.

IoT 109

IoT InfoSec Artificial Intelligence Risk 109

CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 21, 2023

In this article, we will explore a range of cybersecurity research topics that can inspire and guide your pursuit of higher education in this field. IoT Security: Examine the vulnerabilities and challenges associated with securing the Internet of Things (IoT) devices and networks.

Cybersecurity 91

Cybersecurity Cyber threats IoT Artificial Intelligence 91

Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 12, 2018

BK: I know you said before this interview that you weren’t prepared to comment on the specific claims in the recent Bloomberg article, but it does seem that supply chain attacks targeting cloud providers could be very attractive for an attacker. Yes, they’re still making lots of use of non-U.S. Where does accountability come in?

Computers and Electronics 232

Computers and Electronics Internet Internet Technology 232

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Deployed with more than 30 exploits, it has the potential of targeting millions of routers and IoT devices. 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). VirusTotal scanning results of BotenaGo malware. Recommended actions.

Malware 85

Malware IoT Firmware Authentication 85

eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2022

This article looks at the top SD-WAN vendors for enterprise security and how each is addressing exposure through built-in security functionality or integrated capabilities. Networking specialists like Cisco and HPE’s Aruba are moving deeper into security. Features: Juniper Session Smart Routers and SASE. What is an SD-WAN Solution?

Firewall 120

Firewall Architecture Encryption Network Security 120

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 29, 2023

This article explores the ways in which 5G helps accelerate cybersecurity, safeguarding the increasingly connected world we live in. Edge Computing and Distributed Security: 5G’s integration with edge computing architecture brings security closer to the source of data generation, reducing the risk of data breaches during transmission.

Technology 71

Technology Cybersecurity IoT Authentication 71

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 30, 2023

FortiNAC also delivers network segmentation and automated responses specifically for IoT security. Hospitals famously deploy legacy IoT devices such as heart monitors, oxygen sensors, and other special-purpose devices that require protection. In addition to controlling the traditional human-user endpoints (laptops, phones, etc.),

IoT 98

IoT Firewall Wireless Mobile 98

CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

This is a critical step since it will drive the bulk of the policy decisions in your architecture. The architecture will define how much of your ZTA is made up of software-defined perimeters, micro-segmentation, or governed by identity. To read this article in full, please click here

Architecture 96

Architecture B2B Government Risk 96

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 26, 2022

” (Read previous article here.) In this article, Alien Labs is updating that research with new information. Alien Labs expects to see new campaigns based on BotenaGo variants targeting routers and IoT devices globally. The team named this malware “BotenaGo.” Figure 2 shows the initialization of 33 exploits.

Malware 81

Malware IoT Authentication Antivirus 81

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2021

Adding to the complexity are bring your own device (BYOD) policies, the prevalence of smartphones and tablets, and the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT). Impluse SafeConnect offers automatic device discovery and can support anywhere from 250 to 25,000 endpoints and up with its scalable appliance architecture. Top NAC solutions.

Education 127

Education Authentication Engineering Healthcare 127

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 28, 2023

This article will provide an overview of the differences between patch management and vulnerability management, and some guidance for getting started on these critical cybersecurity practices. Whether outsourcing, selecting a tool, or using inhouse labor, the solution should match the needs.

Penetration Testing 109

Penetration Testing IoT Firmware Software 109

Security Affairs

JULY 22, 2023

In this article, we will provide a detailed explanation of the payload delivered through CVE-2023-28771 and associated botnets.” The script files employed in these attacks exclusively download files aimed at the MIPS architecture, a circumstance that suggests a highly specific target. ” concludes the report.

DDOS 98

DDOS Firmware VPN Firewall 98

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 11, 2023

The trends to adopt Internet of Things (IoT) devices, remote work , and cloud resources drastically increase the amount of communication outside of the traditional network that needs to be secured. The “edge” refers to the hardware device (data center server, laptop, IoT) directly connected to the internet where it might be exposed to attack.

Firewall 104

Firewall IoT Technology Internet 104

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 29, 2023

The cloud, remote workforces and IoT and mobile devices have blurred network boundaries and reduced the effectiveness of traditional perimeter security. Modern Network Architecture Support FWaaS smoothly integrates with modern networks, supporting the latest tech and protocols, and expanding the definition of network security.

Firewall 98

Firewall Architecture Data privacy Internet 98

IT Security Guru

JUNE 13, 2022

With an expanding number of APIs in use, and added complexity arising from service oriented architecture (SOA,) the cloud, and containers/Kubernetes, enabling full life-cycle API security is an enormous challenge that’s often made harder by false security perceptions. They also require runtime protection to defend against bad actors.

Penetration Testing 96

Penetration Testing Artificial Intelligence Architecture Data breaches 96

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Article by Beau Peters. Because an AI can better analyze massive amounts of data to catch unauthorized usage faster, these tools can help secure fintech as 5G connectivity comes to the Internet of Things (IoT). . Now, cybersecurity may just be the most important aspect of financial technology (fintech) in the modern world.

Cybersecurity 105

Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence Risk Cybercrime 105

Security Boulevard

AUGUST 13, 2021

Article by Beau Peters. In general, testers will go through each aspect of the network architecture, the website and software code, applications, and hardware to identify where weaknesses lie. Understand your security vulnerabilities. The basic approaches like phishing simulations are good, but they tend to have limited reach.

Penetration Testing 98

Penetration Testing Wireless Hacking Architecture 98

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

This article will briefly outline the types of security needed to secure a network. Some applications, cloud infrastructure, networking equipment, or Internet of Things (IoT) devices may require more sophisticated ITAM or additional tools to detect them. connections to IoT, OT, and rogue wi-fi routers.

Firewall 109

Firewall Network Security Penetration Testing Encryption 109

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 8, 2023

This article highlights the key findings of the report. Digital sovereignty represents a significant strategic opportunity for enterprises to optimize their systems and architectures while better-serving stakeholders and citizens. 28% said the top attack targets were SaaS apps and cloud-based storage.

Threat Reports 87

Threat Reports Digital transformation Data breaches Encryption 87

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 7, 2023

IoT (printers, IP phones, security cameras, etc.) This article was originally written by Drew Robb on July 7, 2017 , and updated by Chad Kime on April 7, 2023. Although the features beyond network access control and services can be valuable, they are beyond the scope of this review and will not be covered further here.

IoT 98

IoT Technology Energy and Utilities Wireless 98

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Yet, Internet of Things (IoT) devices tend to be designed with the minimum computing resources required to accomplish the designed task of the device (security camera, printer, TV, etc.). While less computationally constrained than IoT, mobile devices constrain computations to avoid consuming power and draining battery life.

Encryption 113

Encryption Passwords IoT Firewall 113

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

In this article, we’ll share the top ten automotive security software companies working hard to ensure that connected vehicles are protected from rising cyber threats. . Instead, cars are directly connected devices that we must treat the same way we do our laptops, tablets, phones, and IoT devices. . CENTRI Technology. Digital.ai .

Cyber Attacks 52

Cyber Attacks IoT Wireless Mobile 52

IT Security Guru

JANUARY 12, 2021

I wrote this article in an attempt to answer the most common questions that people have about making a career in cybersecurity. IoT (Internet of Things) Security. Security Architecture. Weighing in on the most common questions. Secure Software Development. Secure DevOps. Web/Mobile Application security. How much will I get paid?

Cybersecurity 88

Cybersecurity Government IoT Penetration Testing 88

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 9, 2023

For this article we focused on vulnerability scanners that emphasize an MSP/MSSP offering. Managing unpatchable vulnerabilities provides revenue generating opportunities for MSPs and MSSPs through IT architecture designs, additional tools, and services to monitor or control unpatchable vulnerabilities.

Penetration Testing 97

Penetration Testing Marketing Social Engineering Engineering 97

Security Boulevard

JUNE 23, 2023

This article will cover methods for reducing your external attack surface, techniques to implement in creating a secure digital landscape, tools such as secure network design and a zero-trust architecture that can support a smaller attack surface that thwarts prospective cyber attacks before they ever materialize.

Architecture 59

Architecture Firewall IoT Cyber Attacks 59

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

That article explains the overall ranking and here we provide details specific to Versa Unified SASE: Overall Rating: 3.77 / 5 (#5) Licensing Information: 1.3 out of 5 possible criteria Monitoring and Management: 6.51 out of 7 possible criteria Asset Control: 3.4 out of 4 possible criteria Implementation and Administration: 3.9

Firewall 98

Firewall Software Internet Internet 98

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 23, 2023

A redundant architecture approach eliminates single points of failure. The 600F, for example, brings hyperscale capabilities to the campus, along with 10Gbps of threat protection, low latency, and device protection for operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) environments.

Firewall 113

Firewall VPN Small Business Marketing 113

Veracode Security

MAY 24, 2021

?? This article was co-authored by Matt Wyckhouse, CEO of?? This includes anything from the Internet of Things (IoT) to connected medical devices, building systems, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), and other devices that power our lives and our infrastructure. Finite State. t be putting their networks at risk.

Manufacturing 69

Manufacturing Risk Firmware Architecture 69

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 26, 2022

This article looks at 15 of the best network monitoring tools and what to consider when evaluating monitoring solutions in 2022. Founded in 2010 by veteran SaaS and DevOps industry leaders, Datadog specializes in optimizing the service-oriented architecture, helping organizations monitor user journeys and explore service relationships.

Marketing 120

Marketing DDOS Threat Detection DNS 120

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

This article will explore the nature of MSSPs and how they can help businesses, nonprofits, governments, and other organizations have better security with less effort. assets (endpoints, servers, IoT, routers, etc.), and installed software (operating systems, applications, firmware, etc.).

Firewall 98

Firewall Telecommunications Penetration Testing Cybersecurity 98

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

This article details two major findings from the report: five major cybersecurity threats and prioritization problems. Infrastructure Protection Defense against DDoS and DNS attacks starts with effective network security architecture. After covering these findings, we will also briefly provide an overview of the reports themselves.

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Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 121