Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The post Okta Screws Up (Yet Again) — ALL Customers’ Data Hacked, not just 1% appeared first on Security Boulevard. You had one job: Last month’s sheer incompetence descends this week into UTTER FARCE.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Cisco SD-WAN is a cloud-delivered overlay WAN architecture that enables digital and cloud transformation at enterprises, it allows to connect disparate office locations via the cloud. An authenticated, local attacker can exploit the CVE-2021-1529 vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges. Pierluigi Paganini.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 19, 2021

Related: Kaseya hack worsens supply chain risk. Chris Clements, VP of Solutions Architecture, Cerberus Sentinel. Most immediately is the ubiquity of 2-factor authentication. Our phone numbers are now frequently used as authenticators when websites requires us to verify our login with an SMS message.

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Mobile Data breaches Authentication Accountability 235

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Technical components: Website architecture must be reconfigured to ensure that search engines see multiple language versions of your website properlyas different subsets, not as duplicates. Flexible authentication methods Depending on the culture, different authentication methods can be more or less preferable or trusted.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 9, 2021

TPLINK #cybersecurity #rce #cve #hacking #routerhacking #kpmghungary I found an RCE vulnerability in a TP-Link TL-WR840N EU V5 router (CVE-2021-41653). Below are the two requests sent to the devices to compromise them: The researchers pointed out that successful exploitation requires authentication of the routers. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Firmware Architecture Malware Hacking 145

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

The Netlogon service is an Authentication Mechanism used in the Windows Client Authentication Architecture which verifies logon requests, and it registers, authenticates, and locates Domain Controllers. SecurityAffairs – hacking, ZeroLogon). Copyright (C) 2014 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Security Intelligence Authentication Advertising Passwords 139

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Single sign-on” (SSO) is an authentication method that allows users to enter one set of authentication credentials to access multiple websites, applications, and services. The goal of SSO is to streamline the authentication process by eliminating the need to enter different usernames and passwords for each resource.

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Authentication Passwords Mobile Encryption 57

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 10, 2020

TA505 hacking group has been active since 2014 focusing on Retail and banking sectors. The Netlogon service is an Authentication Mechanism used in the Windows Client Authentication Architecture which verifies logon requests, and it registers, authenticates, and locates Domain Controllers. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Cybercrime Security Intelligence Authentication Banking 137

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

The Netlogon service is an Authentication Mechanism used in the Windows Client Authentication Architecture which verifies logon requests, and it registers, authenticates, and locates Domain Controllers. “An SecurityAffairs – hacking, ZeroLogon). Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 30, 2020

The Netlogon service is an Authentication Mechanism used in the Windows Client Authentication Architecture which verifies logon requests, and it registers, authenticates, and locates Domain Controllers. SecurityAffairs – hacking, Windows). ” reads a post published by MSRC VP of Engineering Aanchal Gupta.

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Authentication Advertising Architecture Cybercrime 144

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 5, 2020

A China-linked threat actor used UEFI malware based on code from Hacking Team in attacks aimed at organizations with an interest in North Korea. The experts were investigating several suspicious UEFI firmware images when discovered four components, some of which were borrowing the source code a Hacking Team spyware. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Firmware Spyware Surveillance Hacking 145

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 20, 2021

China-linked cyberespionage group LightBasin hacked mobile telephone networks around the world and used specialized tools to access calling records. ” The hacking group initially compromised one of the telecommunication companies by leveraging external DNS (eDNS) servers which are part of the General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) network.

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Telecommunications Mobile Hacking Architecture 136

Krebs on Security

JUNE 15, 2023

The directive applies to any networking devices — such as firewalls, routers and load balancers — that allow remote authentication or administration. “This is reachable pre-authentication, on every SSL VPN appliance,” French vulnerability researcher Charles Fol tweeted. “Patch your #Fortigate.”

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Risk VPN Internet Internet 267

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

In this architecture, the authorization service was properly validating user authorization to packages based on data passed in request URL paths. SecurityAffairs – hacking, npm). Read on to learn more.” Hanley concluded. Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook. Pierluigi Paganini.

Authentication 145

Authentication Architecture Hacking Accountability 145

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

The Netlogon service is an Authentication Mechanism used in the Windows Client Authentication Architecture which verifies logon requests, and it registers, authenticates, and locates Domain Controllers. SecurityAffairs – hacking, ZeroLogon attack). published a detailed analysis of the flaw. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Authentication Passwords Advertising Architecture 131

The Last Watchdog

JUNE 10, 2019

Loucaides One type of common firmware vulnerability isn’t so much a coding flaw as it is an architectural soft spot, if you will. For example, it is possible to install an update on many instances of firmware without ever having to produce a digital certificate verifying the authenticity of the fix.

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Firmware Cybersecurity Technology Engineering 233

Security Affairs

JUNE 11, 2022

PACMAN is a new attack technique demonstrated against Apple M1 processor chipsets that could be used to hack macOS systems. PACMAN is a novel hardware attack technique that can allow attackers to bypass Pointer Authentication (PAC) on the Apple M1 CPU. ” reads the research paper published by the researchers.

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Authentication Artificial Intelligence Architecture Hacking 100

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 22, 2020

The Netlogon service is an Authentication Mechanism used in the Windows Client Authentication Architecture which verifies logon requests, and it registers, authenticates, and locates Domain Controllers. SecurityAffairs – hacking, QNap). Copyright (C) 2014-2015 Media.net Advertising FZ-LLC All Rights Reserved -->.

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Authentication Advertising Architecture Cybercrime 124

The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

API hacking escapades. Over the past couple of years, good-guy researchers and malicious hackers alike have steadily scaled up their hacking activities to flush them out. Over the past couple of years, good-guy researchers and malicious hackers alike have steadily scaled up their hacking activities to flush them out.

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Big data Digital transformation Accountability Hacking 240

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 1, 2023

The challenge lies in implementing robust security measures across the entire lifecycle of IoT devices, including secure development, strong authentication, encryption, and regular updates to patch vulnerabilities. With billions of interconnected devices collecting and sharing sensitive data, securing the IoT ecosystem becomes paramount.

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Cybersecurity IoT Architecture Artificial Intelligence 105

eSecurity Planet

JULY 23, 2021

Two unique features that LastPass offers are support for multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO). With MFA, your IT administrators can configure an extra layer of authentication that combines biometric technology with contextual intelligence. LastPass disadvantages: history of hacking. LastPass pricing.

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Password Management Passwords Authentication Architecture 133

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 6, 2020

The Netlogon service is an Authentication Mechanism used in the Windows Client Authentication Architecture which verifies logon requests, and it registers, authenticates, and locates Domain Controllers. SecurityAffairs – hacking, Zerologon). Pierluigi Paganini.

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Authentication Advertising Architecture Cyber Attacks 136

Cisco Security

OCTOBER 20, 2022

For example, with Cisco Secure Access by Duo, organizations can provide those connecting to their network with several quick, easy authentication options. This way, they can put in place multi-factor authentication (MFA) that frustrates attackers, not users. Enable seamless, secure access.

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Authentication Technology Architecture VPN 144

Security Affairs

MARCH 7, 2020

Intel CSME is responsible for initial authentication of Intel-based systems by loading and verifying all other firmware for modern platforms.” “For instance, Intel CSME interacts with CPU microcode to authenticate UEFI BIOS firmware using BootGuard. SecurityAffairs – hacking, CVE-2019-0090). Pierluigi Paganini.

Firmware 145

Firmware Technology Advertising Authentication 145

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 12, 2020

The Netlogon service is an Authentication Mechanism used in the Windows Client Authentication Architecture which verifies logon requests, and it registers, authenticates, and locates Domain Controllers. SecurityAffairs – hacking, Zerologon). ” reads the report. ” continues the alert. .

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VPN Government Authentication Advertising 145

Security Affairs

AUGUST 5, 2022

RapperBot has limited DDoS capabilities, it was designed to target ARM, MIPS, SPARC, and x86 architectures. “Unlike the majority of Mirai variants, which natively brute force Telnet servers using default or weak passwords, RapperBot exclusively scans and attempts to brute force SSH servers configured to accept password authentication.

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IoT Malware Passwords Authentication 142

Security Affairs

JUNE 26, 2021

Microsoft highlights the importance of best practices such as Zero-trust architecture and multi-factor authentication to prevent these attacks. SecurityAffairs – hacking, Nobelium). Below the additional information on best practices shared by the IT giant: . Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook.

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Financial Services Architecture Accountability Cyber Attacks 129

Security Affairs

APRIL 21, 2024

The Akira ransomware has been active since March 2023, the threat actors behind the malware claim to have already hacked multiple organizations in multiple industries, including education, finance, and real estate. Like other ransomware gangs, the group has developed a Linux encryptor to target VMware ESXi servers.

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Ransomware Encryption Antivirus VPN 140

Security Affairs

MARCH 30, 2020

Ensure you are ordering goods from an authentic source. Prevent zero-day attacks with a holistic, end to end cyber architecture. SecurityAffairs – coronavirus, hacking). Beware of lookalike domains, spelling errors in emails and websites, and unfamiliar email senders. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Malware Advertising Retail Architecture 144

Security Affairs

AUGUST 20, 2023

They can dictate access controls, require multi-factor authentication, and implement encryption and data loss prevention measures. SASE is an architectural framework that merges wide-area networking (WAN) capabilities with security functions, all delivered as a cloud-based service.

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Cybersecurity Architecture Authentication Cyber threats 98

Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

“The threat actor was able to capture the employee’s master password as it was entered, after the employee authenticated with MFA, and gain access to the DevOps engineer’s LastPass corporate vault.” And then he got hacked. “I would personally advocate that nobody ever uses LastPass again: Not because they were hacked.

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Cryptocurrency Passwords Encryption Accountability 360

Security Affairs

MAY 1, 2024

A new malware named Cuttlefish targets enterprise-grade and small office/home office (SOHO) routers to harvest public cloud authentication data. Cuttlefish has a modular structure, it was designed to primarily steal authentication data from web requests passing through the router from the local area network (LAN).

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Malware DNS Authentication Telecommunications 129

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

“We recently discovered a critical information disclosure vulnerability that affected the AMD Platform Security Processor (PSP) chipset driver for multiple CPU architectures.” SecurityAffairs – hacking, CVE-2021-26333). The flaw was reported by Kyriakos Economou from ZeroPeril. ” reads the security advisory.

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Architecture Authentication Hacking Information Security 127

IT Security Guru

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Microservices Architecture has Created a Security Blind Spot. When you have multiple services communicating with each other through APIs, then your entire system becomes exposed when any one service gets hacked. Tools like two-factor authentication, rate limiting, and DDoS protection can go a long way in securing APIs.

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DDOS Authentication Architecture Social Engineering 131

Security Affairs

APRIL 28, 2024

” Pierluigi Paganini Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon ( SecurityAffairs – hacking, Brocade) The following vulnerabilities, discovered by the security researcher Pierre Barre , impact all versions up to 2.3.0 These switches are running Linux and are powerful. They are ideal to host implants.”

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Firewall Authentication Backups Architecture 123

Security Affairs

MARCH 1, 2022

The advisory also provides recommended guidance and considerations for organizations to address as part of network architecture, security baseline, continuous monitoring, and incident response practices. Require multifactor authentication. SecurityAffairs – hacking, data wiping attacks). Update software. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Antivirus Architecture Malware Cybersecurity 108

CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Living in a more connected world leads to more risk of hacking and cyber-attacks. T he importance of having robust data security and authentication processes has never been higher. This blog was written in collaboration with Jean-Paul Truong.

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