Krebs on Security

AUGUST 30, 2022

The missives asked users to click a link and log in at a phishing page that mimicked their employer’s Okta authentication page. Those who submitted credentials were then prompted to provide the one-time password needed for multi-factor authentication. That’s down from 53 percent that did so in 2018, Okta found.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 18, 2018

Young said the attack works by asking the Google device for a list of nearby wireless networks and then sending that list to Google’s geolocation lookup services. For my home Internet connection, the IP geolocation is only accurate to about 3 miles. The attack content could be contained within malicious advertisements or even a tweet.”

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 19, 2025

The Planet WGS-804HPT industrial switch is used in building and home automation networks to provide connectivity of Internet of things (IoT) devices, IP surveillance cameras, and wireless LAN network applications. This switch family is equipped with a web service and SNMP management interface.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 22, 2021

Physical security keys are a more secure option for two-factor authentication (2FA) than SMS (which is vulnerable to SIM swap attacks and phishing), and apps that generate codes or push notifications (which are also vulnerable to phishing). Two-factor authentication (2FA). Two-factor authentication (2FA). Hardware security keys.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 28, 2019

The author of Mirai used a sledgehammer to kill a fly: the DDoS bombardment was so large that it also wiped out Dyn , a UK-based internet performance vendor. The Spamhaus attacker, for instance, noticed that there were literally millions of domain name system (DNS) resolvers that remained wide open all over the internet. Beyond DDoS.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

This post seeks to document the extent of those attacks, and traces the origins of this overwhelmingly successful cyber espionage campaign back to a cascading series of breaches at key Internet infrastructure providers. federal civilian agencies to secure the login credentials for their Internet domain records. That changed on Jan.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 16, 2018

An entrepreneur and virtual currency investor is suing AT&T for $224 million, claiming the wireless provider was negligent when it failed to prevent thieves from hijacking his mobile account and stealing millions of dollars in cryptocurrencies. ” AN ‘IDENTITY CRISIS’? Click to enlarge. WHAT CAN YOU DO?

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Countless websites and online services use SMS text messages for both password resets and multi-factor authentication. But in a written statement, T-Mobile said this type of activity affects the entire wireless industry. T-Mobile declined to answer questions about what it may be doing to beef up employee authentication.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 29, 2021

Our continued reliance on passwords for authentication has contributed to one toxic data spill or hack after another. TARGETED PHISHING. So hopefully by this point it should be clear why re-using passwords is generally a bad idea. From there, the attackers can reset the password for any online account that allows password resets via SMS.

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

‘Tis the season when even those who know a thing or two about Internet scams tend to let down their guard in the face of an eye-popping discount or the stress of last-minute holiday shopping. Postal Service , or their wireless phone provider and/or Internet Service Provider (ISP). Maybe this was once sound advice.

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Schneier on Security

JANUARY 14, 2020

Since the internet, especially the "internet of things," is expected to rely heavily on 5G infrastructure, potential Chinese infiltration is a serious national security threat. To be sure, there are significant security improvements in 5G over 4G­in encryption, authentication, integrity protection, privacy, and network availability.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2022

The Internet of Things (IoT) has been exploding in the last decade, with more and more connected objects or devices. One can go for wired (landline), wireless, or a combination of both. We believe devices with wireless cellular connectivity – or wireless in combination with fixed line – are the best option.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Netgear addressed a high-severity bug affecting multiple WiFi router models, including Wireless AC Nighthawk , Wireless AX Nighthawk (WiFi 6) , and Wireless AC. Netgear fixed a bug affecting multiple WiFi router models, including Wireless AC Nighthawk , Wireless AX Nighthawk (WiFi 6) , and Wireless AC router models.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

“The authentication function contains undocumented code which provides the ability to authenticate as root without having to know the actual root password. An adversary with the private key can remotely authenticate to the management interface as root.” ” reads the advisory published by the expert.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

The attackers thus gained remote access to the CRM systems running on the store computers – and a foothold to access customers’ wireless phone numbers and associated account information. I always recommend, if there’s an option with multi factor authentication, to NOT go by SMS. Bill Santos, President and COO, Cerberus Sentinel.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

Most of us connect our mobile devices to a Wi-Fi router for internet access, but this connection can leave our network and data vulnerable to cyber threats. WPA2 is a security protocol that secures wireless networks using the advanced encryption standard (AES).

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

The Internet of Things (IoT) has come a long, long way since precocious students at Carnegie Melon University installed micro-switches inside of a Coca-Cola vending machine so they could remotely check on the temperature and availability of their favorite beverages. Related: Companies sustain damage from IoT attacks That was back in 1982.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 6, 2021

Critical flaws in the Realtek RTL8195A Wi-Fi module could have been exploited to gain root access and take over devices’ wireless communications. The Realtek RTL8195AM is a highly integrated single-chip with a low-power-consumption mechanism ideal for IoT (Internet of Things) applications in multiple industries.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 15, 2023

Along with six older vulnerabilities , the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) has added a vulnerability in multiple Ruckus wireless products to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. This vulnerability reportedly impacts Ruckus ZoneDirector, SmartZone, and Solo Aps with Ruckus Wireless Admin panels version 10.4

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 10, 2018

The attack technique works against WPA/WPA2 wireless network protocols with Pairwise Master Key Identifier (PMKID)-based roaming features enabled. The technique allows an attacker to recover the Pre-shared Key (PSK) login passwords and use them to hack into your Wi-Fi network and eavesdrop on the Internet traffic. wireless network.

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Security Affairs

JULY 17, 2021

Network equipment vendor D-Link has released a firmware hotfix to fix multiple vulnerabilities in the DIR-3040 AC3000-based wireless internet router. Network equipment vendor D-Link has released a firmware hotfix to address multiple vulnerabilities affecting the DIR-3040 AC3000-based wireless internet router.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 16, 2021

No form of authentication is required for exploitation. CVE-2021-43899 Microsoft 4K Wireless Display Adapter Remote Code Execution vulnerability. You will need to install the Microsoft Wireless Display Adapter app from the Microsoft Store onto a system connected to the Microsoft 4K Wireless Display Adapter.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 15, 2022

All these days, smart phones were being used for the authentication of online accounts. Google the internet juggernaut has planned to extend the phishing protection support to all its services such as Docs, Sheets and slides and will roll out to others such as Keep Notes by this year end.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

The scammer takes advantage of a two-factor authentication and verification weakness and uses your phone number to access your accounts. Without a SIM card, you won’t be able to receive calls, send text messages, or access the internet. They may even call you, pretending to be your wireless provider. Authentication apps.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 17, 2023

An authentication bypass affecting Cisco IOS X was disclosed on October 16, 2023. The vulnerability at hand is listed as: CVE-2023-20198 ( CVSS score 10 out of 10: Cisco is aware of active exploitation of a previously unknown vulnerability in the web UI feature of Cisco IOS XE Software when exposed to the internet or to untrusted networks.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 30, 2019

The flaw, tracked as CVE-2019-10964 , is an improper access control issue that could be exploited by an attack er with adjacent access to one of the vulnerable insulin pumps to interfere with the wireless RF (radio frequency) communications to or from the product. ” reads the security advisory published by the US-CERT.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 7, 2021

Threat actors are actively exploiting a critical authentication bypass issue (CVE-2021-20090 ) affecting home routers with Arcadyan firmware. Threat actors actively exploit a critical authentication bypass vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2021-20090 , impacting home routers with Arcadyan firmware to deploy a Mirai bot.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 25, 2021

“The ABUS Secvest wireless alarm system FUAA50000 (v3.01.17) fails to properly authenticate some requests to its built-in HTTPS interface. To control the system via an app of web interface, the alarm system needs to be connected to the internet and a HTTPS port (4433 by default) needs to be forwarded to the system.”

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Avoid entering any data if you see a warning message about a site’s authenticity. DNS Spoofing DNS (Domain Name System) is like the internet’s phone book, translating domain names into IP addresses. Always verify the authenticity of Wi-Fi networks before connecting, especially in public places.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Once they have this info, they can call your wireless provider, pretending to be you, and have your number moved over to their cell phone. Call your wireless provider to find out what security measures they have in place before they transfer your phone number to a new carrier or a new SIM card. What is Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)?

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 27, 2021

CVE-2021-33885 – Insufficient Verification of Data Authenticity (CVSS 9.7) CVE-2021-33882 – Missing Authentication for Critical Function (CVSS 8.2) An attacker doesn’t need any authentication to conduct the attack. “Could this attack take place over the internet?

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Service providers and 5G-enabled device manufacturers both have critical roles to play in the success and sustainability of this wireless network rollout. Exposing the Internet of Things (IoT) Universe. The above graphic shows how wireless capabilities like latency, average data transfer speeds, and bandwidth have changed over time.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 24, 2021

We identified at least 65 different affected vendors with close to 200 unique fingerprints, thanks both to Shodan’s scanning capabilities and some misconfiguration by vendors and manufacturers who expose those devices to the Internet. The exploit attempts to deploy a Mirai variant detected in March by Palo Alto Networks [3].

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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). This NAC tool is built to enforce adaptive policies for wireless, wired or VPN accessed devices based on in-depth contextual analysis. HPE Aruba ClearPass.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

While analyzing the dual-band D-Link DSL-2875AL wireless router, the expert discovered that a file located at https : //[router ip address ] /romfile.cfg contains the login password of the device in plaintext. Anyone with access to the web-based management IP address can read the files without any authentication. download=true.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The probes were of low frequency and appeared to first attempt an authentication via a POST request and then, upon success, attempt a command injection exploitation.” A close look at the ongoing campaign revealed that the bot also targets wireless LAN routers built for hotels and residential applications.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 27, 2021

Employing a zero trust model instead, Jain said, ensures that endpoints only get network access post-authentication – and recognizes that most traffic will likely be to the Internet or a private data center, limiting lateral movement within the network via default deny policies (with exceptions for printers, conferencing, etc.).

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