eSecurity Planet

MAY 28, 2021

Whether it’s a VPN , firewall , or remote access server, unauthorized entry via network gateways is a problem. With initial access to a gateway, hackers can move laterally to an on-premises server, leading them to the internal DNS and Active Directory. Also Read: How to Prevent DNS Attacks. Gateway Compromise.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Penetration tests include the use of vulnerability scanning tools and will generally be applied against external security devices and applications including, but not limited to, firewalls , web servers, web applications, gateways , and VPN servers. Internet of Things (IoT) devices connected to the network, such as security cameras, TVs, etc.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 25, 2022

In November 2021, an unauthorized third party called a Robinhood customer support employee and, through social engineering , gained access to the company’s customer support systems. Check Point is a veteran enterprise security vendor that integrates remote access capabilities into every next-generation firewall (NGFW).

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

A DNS firewall and a classic antivirus are somewhat underused yet effective security tools that will come in handy. A mix of social engineering, hacking, and abuse of legitimate services makes this style of online crime incredibly effective. The silver lining is that such scams are fairly easy to avoid.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 29, 2023

Executive summary Credential harvesting is a technique that hackers use to gain unauthorized access to legitimate credentials using a variety of strategies, tactics, and techniques such as phishing and DNS poisoning. According to recent research , phishing assaults targeted credential harvesting in 71.5% of cases in 2020. of cases in 2020.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

This method involves using emails, social media, instant messaging, and other platforms to manipulate users into revealing personal information or performing actions that can lead to network compromise, data loss, or financial harm. social engineering tactics and strange sender behaviors), they also use artificial intelligence algorithms.

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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 30, 2023

The SocGholish malware distribution network employs social engineering and drive-by compromise to drop malware on endpoints. The VirusTotal passive DNS entry for this IP address showed various subdomains being used. Figure 4: VirusTotal Intelligence Query Figure 5: Passive DNS replications for 88.119.169[.]108

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Firewalls : Tools that monitor incoming and outgoing traffic to prevent unauthorized access. Networking involves how devices communicate and how data is transmitted, with key concepts including IP addresses, DNS, protocols, and routing. A solid understanding of networking is also crucial.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Also read: Top Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) Vendors for 2021. Formerly on the FBI’s Most Wanted list, Kevin Mitnick is a crucial figure in the history of information security, including approaches to social engineering and penetration testing. . — Katie Moussouris (she/her) (@k8em0) September 18, 2019.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Experts say the best defense is a multi-pronged network security strategy that includes a firewall, anti-malware software, network monitoring, intrusion detection and prevention (IDPS), and data protection. You should also use a network firewall and an anti-malware solution. Phishing and Social Engineering.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 8, 2025

But how can we get DNS resolution for our attacker-controlled host? Bring Your Own DNSRecord By default, Active Directory Integrated DNS allows all Authenticated Users to create DNS records via LDAP or Dynamic DNS (DDNS), as discussed in this blog post by Kevin Robertson , and can be done with his tools Powermad and Sharpmad.

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NetSpi Executives

MARCH 21, 2025

It also helps uncover misconfigurations in firewalls, routers, or security policies that could allow unauthorized access to sensitive data or critical systems. This testing helps identify risks like unpatched software, misconfigured DNS, and vulnerable web applications, all possible entry points for external threats.

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