Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Last week I wrote a couple of different pieces on passwords, firstly about why we're going to be stuck with them for a long time yet and then secondly, about how we all bear some responsibility for making good password choices. This week, I wanted to focus on going beyond passwords and talk about 2FA.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 28, 2023

And they have observed instances where cybercriminals appear to be targeting organizations that do not configure MFA for their VPN users. If you have: Cisco VPN No MFA for it You may get a surprise knock from #Akira #Ransomware soon.” Cisco says it has seen evidence of brute force and password spraying attempts.

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Fox IT

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

During a recent incident response case, we found traces of an adversary leveraging ConnectWise R1Soft Server Backup Manager software (hereinafter: R1Soft server software). The adversary used it as an initial point of access and as a platform to control downstream systems connected via the R1Soft Backup Agent.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

We need secure and unique passwords to use business applications , access e-mail, and social media securely, and even watch movies on a streaming service. Password managers take some strain from generating, associating, and remembering those passwords. Table of Contents Toggle What Is a Password Manager?

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Duo's Security Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

And when it comes to managing access for this plethora of devices, password security just isn’t cutting it anymore. In our recent passkey blog series , we’ve been unpacking the difference between new passkey technology and more conventional password security in light of some of the most critical authentication scenarios.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Use strong passwords. It is essential to ensure that all accounts are protected with strong passwords. To this day, a significant amount of people still use the password across multiple accounts, which makes it much simpler for a cybercriminal to compromise a password and take over accounts. Secure home router.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Lock things down Having a strict policy to protect your important assets with strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA) should be a no-brainer. Consider making it easier for your staff by using a single-sign-on service or alternatively by providing them with a password manager. Both can be used to protect your network.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 1, 2022

UPS Devices are emergency power backup solutions that offer electric power help in the time of emergency to hospitals, industries, data centers and utilities. Therefore, system administrators are being advised to put the connected UPS devices behind a virtual private network (VPN) and use them with a multifactor authentication in place.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Use strong passwords, 2FA. The security of your Bitcoin wallet is mostly dependent on the strength of your passwords. Use uppercase, lowercase, digits, special characters, and a combination of them to create strong, one-of-a-kind passwords. Backup, backup, backup. Update frequently.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Dashlane is a leading password manager designed to simplify and secure your digital life. It consolidates your passwords into a single, encrypted vault. Dashlane is a popular and highly regarded password manager that provides robust security and convenient features to keep your credentials safe. How Does Dashlane Work?

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Weak Passwords Weak or reused passwords are easy targets for hackers employing brute-force attacks. Simple, commonly used passwords or those shared across platforms make systems highly vulnerable to unauthorized access. Many small businesses overlook regular backups, risking permanent data loss.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

If you see iCloud Backup is Turned Off , tap Turn On Backup to Transfer. Wait for the backup to complete. You have 21 days to restore your temporary backup to your new iPhone or iPad before your temporary iCloud storage expires and your backup is permanently deleted. Choose your most recent iCloud backup.

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 23, 2024

This concealed their attack until the environment was encrypted and backups were sabotaged. Figure 3: Scattered Spider attack timeline Social Engineering: Fool Me Once, Fool Me Twice To gain initial access to the target network, the threat actor called the organization’s IT help desk and persuaded staff to reset the CFO’s account password.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 31, 2023

The National Safety Council leaked thousands of emails and passwords of their members, including companies such as NASA and Tesla. The National Safety Council has leaked nearly 10,000 emails and passwords of their members, exposing 2000 companies, including governmental organizations and big corporations.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 2, 2022

You have the disaster recovery (DR) site, backups, and storage area network (SAN) snapshots. As you try each one, that pit in your stomach grows as you experience the worst feeling in IT: the realization you have no backup for recovery. Your backups, the backup server, and all the backup storage — all encrypted by ransomware.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 5, 2023

Backup before you go The consequences of losing your device or having it stolen are worse when you are outside of your own environment. So make sure that you have recent backups of your important data, and don't keep the backups on the devices you are taking. Use a VPN with strong encryption.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 21, 2021

All businesses online and brick-and-mortar must have a cyber security plan in place because it is crucial for keeping your user data including passwords, and credit card numbers, secure and protected. . Some key points in a cyber security plan that you must consider are as follows: Strong passwords . Backup data on Cloud .

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

After this, the attacker was able to wait until the employee entered their master password and authenticated themselves with multi-factor authentication. Use a VPN to connect to the office network. A corporate VPN protects traffic from prying eyes as it travels over the Internet. Change your router password.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

Learn about strong password creation, multi-factor authentica-tion, secure browsing habits, and data encryption. Avoid sharing sensitive information on public Wi-Fi networks and use a virtual private network (VPN) when connecting to public networks. Utilize a password manager to securely store and generate strong passwords.

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DoublePulsar

JANUARY 4, 2020

A security vulnerability in a popular enterprise remote access product is being used to deliver ransomware into organisations , with targeted delivery to also delete backups and disable endpoint security controls. I realised in some recent incidents, impacted companies ran Pulse Secure VPN (it’s super easy to spot with Shodan).

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

It offers features like virtual private network (VPN) security for Wi-Fi, ad blocking, and endpoint scans. Cloud backup: PC Matic’s Personal and Family plans offer 25 gigabytes of cloud backup to protect sensitive files. for 5 devices • Norton 360 with LifeLock: $79.99 5 Pricing: 3.5/5 5 Core features: 3.9/5

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SecureList

MAY 28, 2024

Most often, communication between the service provider and the client takes place via VPN connections and Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) services. Access is set up using a certificate or a login/password pair, and in rare cases multi-factor authentication is added. The second most popular method is the use of compromised credentials.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

They’ll try to sweet-talk you into clicking on suspicious links or divulging sensitive information like passwords or credit card details. Your 7 tips to stay safe online Use strong passwords Let’s kick things off with the basics. Remember: real companies don’t ask for your personal data via email.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2022

The guys in the SOC discovered that the virus came in via a remote user , had spread over the VPN and then began to look for security flaws,” said Mendoza. Backups Wiped Out But Tape, Snapshots Survive. As the backup account had been compromised and the backup server wiped out, online backups were useless.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 22, 2021

The most popular options include virtual private network (VPN) or remote desktop protocol (RDP). VPN works by initiating a secure connection over the internet through data encryption. One downside of using a VPN connection involves vulnerability. RDP, on the other hand, functions by initiating a remote desktop connection option.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The good news is in the latter attack the victims restored its backups. The FBI provided the following mitigations to protect against ransomware attacks: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts. Consider installing and using a VPN.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 22, 2022

The Daixin Team group gains initial access to victims through virtual private network (VPN) servers. In one successful attack, the attackers likely exploited an unpatched vulnerability in the organization’s VPN server. In another compromise, the group leveraged on compromised credentials to access a legacy VPN server.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Consider how many folks will only decide to start making backups once they've lost everything for the first time. This isn't mentioned, but you should consider changing the default password when you first boot up the router. Use a password manager and two-factor authentication (2FA).

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 24, 2024

Threat actors are wiping NAS and backup devices. The ransomware attack reported in late 2023, targeted organizations’ networks using poorly secured VPN gateway on Cisco ASA or FTD devices. Akira ransomware infections were first reported in Finland in June 2023, however, in December the number of attacks increased.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Having basic cyber hygiene Advanced technology is important, but basics like regular data backups, software updates, strong password policies, and multi-factor authentication are fundamental. Nonprofits should also consider investing in a virtual private network, also known as a VPN.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2022

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. This makes it much more difficult for hackers to gain access to your data, as they would need to have both your password and the second factor. Use strong passwords.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The victim notes that RDP was password protected, but it seems the password may not have been enough. This—and the timeless classic of having backup devices available but not getting round to doing the actual backing up—proved to be a dreadful combination blow. Tips for avoiding the RDP to ransomware pipeline.

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 23, 2024

This concealed their attack until the environment was encrypted and backups were sabotaged. Figure 3: Scattered Spider attack timeline Social Engineering: Fool Me Once, Fool Me Twice To gain initial access to the target network, the threat actor called the organization’s IT help desk and persuaded staff to reset the CFO’s account password.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Use of a VPN – virtual private networks (VPN) create a secure connection to other networks over the internet. Backup and recovery – according to FEMA , 40% of small businesses never reopen after a disaster. At the most basic level, it’s critical to change default passwords on routers at home and in the workplace.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 11, 2021

Start with smart passwords. Every program you use should have a strong password that utilises a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters, and every password you use should be unique. If you have a backup, you can recover the data without playing into the hacker’s game.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

OCTOBER 16, 2020

During the COVID-19 pandemic for example, you may use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to connect to your organization’s network as if you’re sitting in the office, or you might use Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) to connect to your computer that’s now collecting dust on your office desk. VPNs continue to be problematic as well.

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