Security Affairs

MARCH 13, 2025

The threat actors use PsExec to execute scripts, enable RDP access, and modify firewall rules. Encryption is executed using gaze.exe , which disables security tools, deletes backups, and encrypts files with AES-256 before dropping a ransom note. Attackers use Mimikatz to steal credentials.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 7, 2022

The attackers, prior to the deployment of the ransomware, established RDP sessions to Hyper-V servers to modify configurations for the Veeam backup jobs and deleted the backups of the virtual machines used by the victims.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 28, 2024

The following vulnerabilities, discovered by the security researcher Pierre Barre , impact all versions up to 2.3.0 The following vulnerabilities, discovered by the security researcher Pierre Barre , impact all versions up to 2.3.0

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

The Talos researchers discovered a number of features implemented by Phobos allowing operators to establish persistence in a targeted system, perform speedy encryption, and remove backups. Disable system recovery, backup and shadow copies and the Windows firewall. Embedded configuration with more than 70 options available.

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Security Affairs

JULY 5, 2021

Implement allowlisting to limit communication with remote monitoring and management (RMM) capabilities to known IP address pairs, and/or Place administrative interfaces of RMM behind a virtual private network (VPN) or a firewall on a dedicated administrative network.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Perimeter security tools include: Firewalls: Filter traffic and monitor access based upon firewall rules and policies for the network, network segment, or assets protected by different types of firewalls. These techniques can use built-in software features (for firewalls, operating systems, etc.)

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

backup servers, network shares, servers, auditing devices). In some attacks, government experts also observed the sabotage of backup or auditing devices to make recovery more difficult, the encryption of entire virtual servers, the use of scripting environments (i.e.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 30, 2024

IT Specialist - focuses on technical containment, investigation, and remediation, such as isolating affected systems, analyzing the breach, maintaining data backup independence , and implementing fixes. HR Representative - manages internal employee communications, addresses concerns, and oversees any disciplinary actions if necessary.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

So it’s important to teach all your employees that have access to the network how to identify possible security threats and train them to use cyber security best practices. Create a cyber security policy and make sure that all employees know that information security is a priority. Install Anti-malware Software.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Network: The cloud provider ensures security for the networking infrastructure supporting the functioning of the cloud and encrypted interservice communications. The cloud provider will be responsible for testing and securing these tools as applications, but the customers will be responsible for the settings and how they are used.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Even with high-level security measures, no one is safe from such threats. That is why most companies hire professional information security services to mitigate the risks arising from data breaches. Unsecured networks allow criminals to access sensitive files and steal information. Data Backup. Security Systems.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 17, 2023

Margaret’s Health is the first hospital to cite a cyberattack as a reason for its closure A database containing data of +8.9 Margaret’s Health is the first hospital to cite a cyberattack as a reason for its closure A database containing data of +8.9

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Security Affairs

MARCH 2, 2024

Threat actors behind Phobos ransomware attacks were also observed bypassing organizational network defense protocols by modifying system firewall configurations and evading detection by using Universal Virus Sniffer, Process Hacker, and PowerTool tools. Phobos is also able to identify and delete data backups.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 13, 2022

Hiring, training, and retaining the staff needed to effectively run an information security program can be a challenge for any size business given the cybersecurity talent shortage. This increase in vendors leads to excess complexity – and often reduced information security. Cybersecurity Talent Shortage.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 26, 2021

Kaseya released security updates address server-side Kaseya Unitrends zero-day vulnerabilities that were reported by security researchers at the Dutch Institute for Vulnerability Disclosure (DIVD). A DIVD researcher has identified several vulnerabilities in the Kaseya Unitrends backup product version < 10.5.2.”

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Install a scanner and firewall. Scanners can also look for outdated code in your CMS and automatically patch the outdated code to close any security vulnerabilities that could lead to a data breach. A web application firewall helps deflect malware and malicious bots before ever hitting your site. Perform updates and backups.

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Security Affairs

MAY 25, 2021

Bose also hired external security experts and forensic experts to determine the extent of the attack and restore the impacted systems. The audio maker confirmed that it did not pay any ransom and recovered the encrypted files from its backups with the support of third-party cybersecurity experts.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 19, 2022

“It is recommended that your QNAP NAS stay behind your router and firewall without a public IP address. The vendor also warned customers in January to secure their NAS devices immediately from active ransomware and brute-force attacks. You can schedule updates to avoid interrupting backup/sync or other tasks.

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BH Consulting

JUNE 2, 2022

As part of our continued expansion, we wish to appoint a Technical Cybersecurity Consultant who can conduct security assessments of clients technical infrastructure (M365/Azure/AWS/Backups/Networks etc.) M365/Azure/AWS/Backups/Networks etc.). A strong familiarity with web application security vulnerabilities and controls.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

In August, the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) warned of an escalation in LockBit 2.0 .” The FBI flash alert also includes mitigations to prevent LockBit ransomware infections: Require all accounts with password logins (e.g., ransomware attacks against Australian organizations in multiple industry sectors starting July 2021.

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Security Affairs

JULY 31, 2019

The list of flaws includes OS Command Injection, Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type, Cross-site Request Forgery, Small Space of Random Values, Cross-site Scripting, Exposure of Backup file to Unauthorized Control Sphere, Improper Authentication, and Use of Hard-coded Credentials. and prior. .”

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Head Mare hacktivist group targets Russia and Belarus Zyxel fixed critical OS command injection flaw in multiple routers VMware fixed a code execution flaw in Fusion hypervisor U.S.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

The experts found evidence that demonstrates the ongoing hacking campaign, threat actors attempted to store malicious crontab entries into the file “/var/spool/cron/root” using several Redis keys prefixed with the string “backup.” The crontab entries allowed the attackers to execute a shell script hosted on a remote server.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 28, 2023

However, the company was able to restore its network from backups and no client workstations were affected during the intrusions. In fact, in this case, the attackers were able to exploit unpatched vulnerabilities in the company’s FortiGate firewall.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 17, 2023

This can include measures such as firewalls , antivirus, access management and data backup policies, etc. ISO/IEC 27001 ISO/IEC 27001 is an international standard that provides a framework for information security management systems (ISMS). It outlines best practices for managing and protecting sensitive information.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Ambitious information security experts serve as a critical part of cyber risk management. The corporation is responsible for structuring IT and information security activities to protect its data resources, such as hardware, software, and procedures. Information. Traditional Components. SecSDLC Components.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 16, 2020

.” reads the security advisory published by the experts. Security systems like firewalls might fail to detect the attempt of exploitation for these issues because authentication bypass vulnerabilities are often logical mistakes in the code and don’t actually involve a suspicious-looking payload.

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SC Magazine

MAY 10, 2021

For instance, Cusimano said that certain data or software programs can pass between the firewalls often separating IT networks from pipeline SCADA networks. Fortress Information Security. You have to have the backups – and that’s where it really gets challenging,” said Cusimano.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2022

The group uses multiple attack vectors to gain access to victim networks, including RDP exploitation, SonicWall firewall vulnerabilities exploitation, and phishing attacks. Zeppelin actors request ransom payments in Bitcoin, they range from several thousand dollars to over a million dollars.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 5, 2021

The backdoor allows access to infected systems, even when behind a firewall. A malicious browser extension, dubbed MagnatExtension, that contains several information-stealing features, such as keylogging and taking screenshots. “The attack begins when a victim looks for a particular piece of software for download.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2024

. • Security team • Apps team • Penetration testers • Deploy vulnerability scanning tools and pentesting frameworks. Follow the secure coding principles. Plan for backups and restoration. • DBA • Infrastructure Team • Setup backup and recovery software. Define the backup frequency. Set communication channels.

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Spinone

MARCH 25, 2019

Keeping your Windows, Android, and IOS devices secure and free of malware helps to ensure that Google Drive data is securely accessed from the device and that the malware threat to Google Drive data is minimized. The basics apply here such as running antivirus, anti-malware, and other basic security measures like local firewalls, etc.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 22, 2022

Require phishing-resistant MFA for as many services as possible—particularly for webmail, VPNs, accounts that access critical systems, and privileged accounts that manage backups. If you use Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), secure and monitor it.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 9, 2021

For example, assign the cloud team to initially respond to incidents involving cloud assets with the cybersecurity team providing backup resources. The assignment of backup resources will also be useful as a contingency. See Best Backup Solutions for Ransomware Protection. and immediately address them upon discovery.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 30, 2020

In order to use etcd, organizations need to have a backup plan for the highly sensitive configuration data that they’d like to protect with this store. Why it needs to be secured. Even so, organizations’ work to secure their Kubernetes architecture doesn’t end there. What it is. kube-scheduler.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Major cloud service providers have generally had good security , so cloud users can be pretty confident in the security of their data and applications if they get their part right. Firewalls and Network Security Firewalls serve as a barrier between cloud resources and external networks in a public cloud environment.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 4, 2023

The ransomware uses this technique to stop a predefined list of services, delete shadow volumes and backups, clear the following Windows event logs, and disable the Windows firewall.

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