Security Affairs

DECEMBER 27, 2024

“This article looks at their infected traffic and offers insights into these botnets.” The malware’s configuration, including its C2 server domain and a unique string, is encrypted using the ChaCha20 algorithm. ” reads the report published by Fortinet.

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Architecture Malware DNS DDOS 68

Security Affairs

JANUARY 19, 2025

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Spyware 68

Spyware Data breaches DNS Artificial Intelligence 68

SecureList

MARCH 10, 2021

This article analyzes only fake AdShield app, but all the other cases follow the same scenario. After the user starts the program, it changes the DNS settings on the device so that all domains are resolved through the attackers’ servers, which, in turn, prevent users from accessing certain antivirus sites, such as Malwarebytes.com.

DNS 145

DNS Antivirus Malware Encryption 145

eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2023

This article helps to understand: How Does DKIM Work? At a high level, DKIM enables an organization to provide encryption hash values for key parts of an email. A successful DKIM check also verifies ownership of the email by matching the organization in the “from” fields of the email with the DNS associated with the organization.

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Technology DNS Encryption Authentication 103

Security Affairs

JUNE 12, 2022

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Ransomware 144

Ransomware DNS Cybercrime Hacking 144

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 12, 2023

AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. SPF: also known as Sender Policy Framework, is a DNS record used for authentication mechanism in email addresses. SPF is a txt record configured in DNS records. What is an e-mail?

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DNS Authentication Internet Internet 107

Webroot

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In this article, we’ll discuss the importance of data security and protection. How to protect your data A sophisticated, layered security strategy will already have prevention tools like endpoint and DNS protection in place as well as security awareness training to stop threats before they reach your network.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 29, 2023

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DNS 98

DNS Data breaches Hacking Backups 98

SecureList

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

DNS hijacking. Later this year, in June, our internal systems found traces of a successful DNS hijacking affecting several government zones of a CIS member state. During these time frames, the authoritative DNS servers for the zones above were switched to attacker-controlled resolvers. December 28, 2020 to January 13, 2021.

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DNS Malware Engineering Encryption 141

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

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Security Affairs

JUNE 20, 2022

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Spyware 105

Spyware DNS Ransomware Surveillance 105

Security Affairs

JULY 14, 2021

We have observed malicious binaries use openssl with base64, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), CBC (Cipher Block Chaining) to thwart security scanners in the format as shown below: openssl enc -aes-256-cbc -d -A -base64 -pass pass:<> Curl. Bash scripts invoking encrypted Zip file. Bash scripts decoding an encrypted blob.

Adware 131

Adware Encryption Malware Passwords 131

SecureList

JUNE 5, 2023

It is known to use the technique of querying DNS servers to obtain the base64-encoded URL in order to receive the next stage of another malware family currently distributed by Satacom. The encrypted data is stored inside the malicious payload. To do so, it performs a DNS request to don-dns[.]com com don-dns[.]com

Cryptocurrency 113

Cryptocurrency DNS Malware Encryption 113

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. It spread quietly, allowing it to avoid detection by most security solutions.

Malware 144

Malware DNS Encryption Ransomware 144

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

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Cybercrime 130

Cybercrime Ransomware Malware Data breaches 130

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 23, 2020

As a result, companies are relying on virtual private networks (VPNs) , which establish encrypted connections to enterprise applications over the public internet, to connect their workforce. VPNs are intrinsically designed to be encrypted tunnels that protect traffic, making them a secure choice for enabling remote work.

VPN 105

VPN DNS Authentication Mobile 105

Security Affairs

AUGUST 10, 2020

The order was based on article 77 of the Telecommunications Law and the MoTC directive stipulated that the list of blocked sites was confidential and could not be made public. Our findings show that both Telenor and MPT block websites using DNS tampering. Telenor – redirects blocked users to anonymous foreign server.pw

Internet 111

Internet Internet Telecommunications DNS 111

Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

This article reviews what DCV is, the most common DCV methods, and how to choose an appropriate method- for your certificate application. Ensure data confidentiality and integrity with robust encryption algorithms to protect information transmitted between browsers and website servers. What is domain control validation? Trust level.

DNS 75

DNS eCommerce Encryption Phishing 75

eSecurity Planet

MAY 23, 2023

This article helps to understand: How does Sender Policy Framework Work? SPF deploys within the Domain Name Service (DNS) records with the organization’s domain hosting provider. When an SPF record does not exist or the email’s sending domain does not match the published DNS records, the email may be rejected or sent to a spam folder.

DNS 98

DNS Phishing Authentication Internet 98

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

This article focuses on helping to prevent cyberattacks purely through technology; though of course, businesses need a combination of technology, people, and strategy to truly become cyber resilient. DNS filtering. The next technology you need to prevent cyberattacks is a DNS filter. Cloud scanning.

Technology 74

Technology DNS Cyber Insurance Insurance 74

SecureList

JUNE 2, 2022

In this article, we will focus on one of the most groundbreaking developments: the fact that LuoYu has the ability to perform man-on-the-side attacks. Layout of the encrypted data. Packets exchanged with the C2 server contain a header (described in the next table) followed by AES-encrypted data. Delivery method. x33x44”).

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Malware Encryption Social Engineering Telecommunications 137

Identity IQ

MARCH 9, 2023

Use a VPN A VPN encrypts your traffic with military-grade encryption. Change Your DNS Settings One way to protect your device from a fake hotspot is to change your DNS settings. You can do this by entering your network settings and changing the DNS server to one that is more trustworthy.

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VPN Antivirus Identity Theft Passwords 98

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

This article details two major findings from the report: five major cybersecurity threats and prioritization problems. 50,000 DDoS attacks on public domain name service (DNS) resolvers. 553% increase in DNS Flood attacks from 1H 2020 to 2H 2023. 20,551 gambling industry attacks.

Cybersecurity 122

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 122

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 25, 2022

This article looks at the remote desktop protocol, how RDP attacks work, best practices for defense, the prevalence of RDP attacks today, and how remote desktop software vendors are securing their clients. clinical labs company September U.S. Below are some of the foundational cybersecurity features and solutions offered by leading providers.

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VPN Software Authentication Encryption 121

Fox IT

JUNE 29, 2022

In this article we detail its development over time and recent developments regarding its disappearance, including new features and distribution campaigns. In this new version, they introduced DNS-over-HTTPs (DoH). TAs kept the old classic DNS resolving code. Besides the new protocol encryption on version 4.2,

Banking 97

Banking Malware DNS Encryption 97

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

SD-WAN integration with the SASE controller for Meraki, Catalyst, and others Cisco Umbrella SIG unifies firewall, SWG, DNS-layer security, CASB, and threat intelligence functions into a single and well-tested cloud service. out of 5 possible criteria Monitoring and Managing: 4.9 out of 5 possible criteria Customer Support: 1.92

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Firewall DNS Architecture Technology 98

Security Affairs

MAY 6, 2023

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Data breaches 98

Data breaches Malware Mobile Spyware 98

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: Cisco SD-WAN. Features: Juniper Session Smart Routers and SASE.

Firewall 121

Firewall Architecture Encryption Network Security 121

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 8, 2023

This article explores: What Is Email Security Best Options to Secure Business Email Email Security Best Practices How Email Security Blocks Threats Bottom Line: Email Security What Is Email Security Email security is a concept that protects email accounts, servers, and communications from unauthorized access, data loss, or compromise.

Firewall 80

Firewall DNS Authentication Malware 80

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 10, 2021

This article looks at how your organization can detect vulnerabilities and steps you can take to prevent SQL injection attacks. . The least common of SQL injection attacks, the out-of-band method relies on the database server to make DNS or HTTP requests delivering data to an attacker. . . . Encryption: Keep Your Secrets Secret.

Penetration Testing 118

Penetration Testing Firewall Software Accountability 118

McAfee

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The PlugX families we observed used DNS [ T1071.001 ] [ T1071.004 ] as the transport channel for C2 traffic, in particular TXT queries. The malware described in the article is attributed to the Winnti malware family. Another clue that helped us was the use of DNS tunneling by Winnti which we discovered traces of in memory.

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Malware DNS Accountability Manufacturing 144

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

This article will briefly outline the types of security needed to secure a network. Similarly, spoofed domain name system (DNS) and IP addresses can redirect users from legitimate connections to dangerous and malicious websites. Resilience, Maintenance & Testing Controls No security will be foolproof.

Firewall 110

Firewall Network Security Penetration Testing Encryption 110

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. AES-256 encryption for data at rest and TLS v1.2 Best Networking Monitoring Tools for 2022. Auvik Features. Catchpoint Features. LogicMonitor.

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Marketing DDOS Threat Detection DNS 121

Malwarebytes

JUNE 15, 2022

The credentials are first encrypted with RC4 using an embedded key, and then written to a file. The data is hex encoded and chunked up to be exfiltrated via DNS address record requests to a domain name controlled by the threat actor.” Furthermore, “Passive DNS records showed that the same IP address was resolved to ns1[.]cintepol[.]link

Malware 72

Malware DNS Banking Engineering 72

eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

The most significant barrier to visibility is encryption. Although encryption helps to protect data from interception, encrypted traffic needs to be decrypted for IDS or IPS to inspect and analyze the contents. This article provides a quick overview of the broad generalities for IDS and IPS solutions.

Firewall 110

Firewall Wireless Software Encryption 110

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

This article explores network security architecture components, goals, best practices, frameworks, implementation, and benefits as well as where you can learn more about network security architecture. Apply encryption protocols and other security measures to connections between computers. Communication protocols (TCP, HTTPS, etc.):

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Architecture Network Security Firewall Risk 121

SecureList

JUNE 3, 2024

The common methods for analyzing an iOS mobile infection are either to examine an encrypted full iOS backup or to analyze the network traffic of the affected device. However, some of the things the malware authors came up with, such as placing their Python script inside a domain TXT record on the DNS server, were ingenious.

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Banking Malware Computers and Electronics Mobile 116