Security Affairs

JUNE 8, 2022

“Upon gaining an initial foothold into a telecommunications organization or network service provider, PRC state-sponsored cyber actors have identified critical users and infrastructure including systems critical to maintaining the security of authentication, authorization, and accounting. To nominate, please visit:?.

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Duo's Security Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Then, in turn, they can digitally sign that message and use that secret to set up an encrypted session to send it back and then both parties can communicate bidirectionally securely. So, we began with the use of passwords. Using concepts from Public Key Cryptography WebAuthn was born to verify identity securely.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 12, 2023

SAP April 2023 security updates include a total of 24 notes, 19 of which are new vulnerabilities. Once the attacker gained access to BI user’s passwords and depending on the privileges of the BI user, he can perform operations that can completely compromise the application.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2022

Authentication. Two-factor authentication is another important security measure for the cloud era. This means that in addition to your password, you will also need a second factor, such as a code from a key fob or a fingerprint, to access your data. Increasingly, passwordless authentication is becoming the norm.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

In its API Security Top 10 , the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) identifies the top ten threats to APIs. Broken Object Level Authentication (BOLA). APIs with broken object level authentication allow attackers to easily exploit API endpoints by manipulating the ID of an object sent within an API request.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 15, 2022

A remote, unauthenticated attacker could exploit the flaw to bypass authentication and log in to the device through the management interface. The vulnerability resides in the authentication feature of Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) Software. ” reads the advisory published by Cisco. or Release 8.10.162.0 Pierluigi Paganini.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 13, 2022

Enforce strong passwords and implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) — by educating users about using a unique password for each account and enforcing higher security for privileged accounts (administrators, root). Therefore, educating your employees about the importance of security to your network is critical.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 15, 2023

Volvo’s retailer exposed its database’s authentication information, including MySQL and Redis database hosts, open ports and credentials. Attackers may have exploited leaked credentials to brute force access to the repository, since they only needed a password, which is faster than guessing both a username and password.

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2023

The leaked information included names, phone numbers, emails, private communication via SMS messages, passwords, and employees’ credentials. Screenshot of leaked customer information Researchers also stumbled upon 70,000 customer credentials. Leaking employee credentials might put the company at risk of targeted cyberattacks.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 24, 2023

“With this level of detail, impersonating network or internal hosts would be far simpler for an attacker, especially since the devices often contain VPN credentials or other easily cracked authentication tokens.” ” concludes the report.

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Security Affairs

MAY 12, 2022

Enforce MFA on MSP accounts that access the customer environment and monitor for unexplained failed authentication. Ensure MSP-customer contracts transparently identify ownership of information and communications technology (ICT) security roles and responsibilities. Improve security of vulnerable devices.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 4, 2022

SMBs and enterprises alike have been struggling with APIs as a mechanism for information security. To protect against these attacks, businesses need to implement a wide range of strong API security measures such as authentication, authorization, encryption, and vulnerability scanning.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 25, 2022

Regularly back up data, air gap, and password-protect backup copies offline. Use multifactor authentication where possible. Regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, and avoid reusing passwords for different accounts. Implement the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes.

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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. For further information, see our blog post: [link] — Security Response (@msftsecresponse) October 29, 2020.

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Pen Test Partners

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Section 3 Sensitive authentication data must now be encrypted or protected if stored before authorization. Section 8 Password strength requirements have increased, moving from a minimum of 7 to 12 alpha and numeric characters. If using just passwords for authentication, service providers must change customer passwords every 90 days.

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Security Affairs

MAY 14, 2023

ssh/authorized_keys, anyone with the corresponding private key can authenticate the SSH server without supplying a password. The bot runs a shell command to replace remote victims’ ~/.ssh/authorized_keys ” concludes the report that includes indicators of compromise (IoCs). ” We are in the final!

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Security Affairs

MAY 9, 2022

The Jester stealer is able to steal credentials and authentication tokens from Internet browsers, MAIL/FTP / VPN clients, cryptocurrency wallets, password managers, messengers, game programs, and more. To nominate, please visit:? Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

JULY 13, 2020

Records of 45 Million+ travelers to Thailand and Malaysia Leaked on #Darkweb (Blog Link) [link] #infosec #leaks #CyberSecurity pic.twitter.com/zHOujQ8CMm — Cyble (@AuCyble) July 12, 2020. The huge trove of data was discovered by the researchers during their regular Deepweb and Darkweb monitoring activity.

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Security Affairs

MAY 4, 2023

PaperCut MF/NG contains an improper access control vulnerability within the SetupCompleted class that allows authentication bypass and code execution in the context of SYSTEM. Threat actors can execute arbitrary code on vulnerable servers by providing a malicious username and password during a login attempt.

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Security Affairs

MAY 27, 2022

We show the real-world impact of the GhostTouch attacks in a few proof-of-concept scenarios, including answering an eavesdropping phone call, pressing the button, swiping up to unlock, and entering a password.” Security Affairs is one of the finalists for the best European Cybersecurity Blogger Awards 2022 – VOTE FOR YOUR WINNERS.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 14, 2019

The fake site simply forwards all requests on this page to Airbnb.com, and records any usernames and passwords submitted through the site. The price is € 250 + €500 secure deposit. As security deposit needs to be added ,discount needs to be applied please follow the airbnb link” (which goes to the fake Airbnb page).

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

The probe also found no evidence of access to Microsoft’s production services or customer data, according to a blog post penned by Vasu Jakkal, Microsoft corporate vice president of security, compliance and identity. Vectra Chief Technology Officer Oliver Tavakoli applauded Microsoft’s endorsement of a zero trust architecture.

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Centraleyes

JULY 16, 2024

However, the shift to cloud computing requires rethinking traditional information security approaches as data moves around in a whole new environment. Many organizations remain hesitant to migrate sensitive data to the cloud for a simple reason: They struggle to understand the security ramifications of doing so.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 14, 2022

Enforce multifactor authentication for all remote access to ICS networks and devices whenever possible. Have a cyber incident response plan, and exercise it regularly with stakeholders in IT, cybersecurity, and operations. Limit ICS/SCADA systems’ network connections to only specifically allowed management and engineering workstations.

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Duo's Security Blog

JUNE 28, 2022

Most importantly, it means they must be in compliance with several new rules to protect consumer information by December 2022. And one of the few security technologies that is specifically called out by the FTC is multi-factor authentication (MFA). How does MFA fit into an information security program?

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Security Affairs

APRIL 6, 2023

One-time password (OTP) bots. These bots allows phishers to bypass 2FA (two-factor authentication) protections automatically. Phishers provides updates on a regular basis for the phishing tools, anti-detection systems and links generated by the phishing kits.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

.” reads the security update published by the company. The company confirmed that records were accessed by an unauthorized party, but pointed out that exposed data information did not contain passwords or personal financial data. Data belonging to users that checked out as guests were not exposed. .

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Security Affairs

JUNE 20, 2022

Please vote for Security Affairs and Pierluigi Paganini in every category that includes them (e.g. sections “The Underdogs – Best Personal (non-commercial) Security Blog” and “The Tech Whizz – Best Technical Blog”). To nominate, please visit:?. Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

MAY 18, 2022

Password and info stealers. Apart from sign-in credentials, system information, and keystrokes, many info stealers are now adding hot wallet data to the list of information they search for and exfiltrate. The post Microsoft warns of the rise of cryware targeting hot wallets appeared first on Security Affairs. Ransomware.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 19, 2022

UPnP is an insecure protocol, it uses network UDP multicasts, and doesn’t support encryption and authentication. Enforce a strong password policy for all NAS users, including the new administrator account you’ve just created. Install QuFirewall on your QNAP NAS and limit allowed IP addresses to a specific region or subnet.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

“It is remotely exploitable without authentication, i.e., may be exploited over a network without the need for a username and password,” reads the advisory published by Oracle. The vulnerability could be exploited by unauthenticated attackers via HTTP without user interaction. 12.2.1.4.0, and 14.1.1.0.0

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 4, 2020

. “The reservoir’s HMI system was connected directly to the internet, without any security appliance defending it or limiting access to it. Furthermore, at the time of the publication, the system did not use any authentication method upon access.” ” reads the blog post published by OTORIO. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

MAY 25, 2023

Then the attackers attempt to extract credentials to an Active Directory account used by the compromised device and use them for lateral movement by authenticating to other devices. “Microsoft has observed Volt Typhoon attempting to dump credentials through the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS).

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

The probe also found no evidence of access to Microsoft’s production services or customer data, according to a blog post penned by Vasu Jakkal, Microsoft corporate vice president of security, compliance and identity. Vectra Chief Technology Officer Oliver Tavakoli applauded Microsoft’s endorsement of a zero trust architecture.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The 12 technical and operational control requirements of the PCI DSS were established to ensure data security competence and are accepted as a benchmark for information security. The answer to this is password and configuration management and should be one of your highest security priorities.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 6, 2020

Netwalker ransomware operators announced the attack with a message posted on their online blog and shared a few screenshots as proof of the security breach. Only use secure networks and avoid using public Wi-Fi networks. Use two-factor authentication with strong passwords. Consider installing and using a VPN.

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Cisco Security

AUGUST 30, 2021

Using this list as a backdrop the following best practices are presented as a call to action to help organizations take a proactive approach at addressing API security risk. Be sure to check out the bonus tip at the end of the blog and share in the comments other ways your organization is successfully securing APIs.

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