Security Affairs

OCTOBER 22, 2022

The threat actors obtained the VPN credentials through phishing attacks. “The actors have leveraged privileged accounts to gain access to VMware vCenter Server and reset account passwords [ T1098 ] for ESXi servers in the environment. ” reads the alert.

Ransomware 70

Ransomware VPN Cybercrime Accountability 70

Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

IoT Opens Excessive Entry Points. The Internet of Things (IoT) is undeniably the future of technology. It is imperative for employers to now ensure that all IoT devices are set up correctly and no room for a network breach is left. Phishing and Spear Phishing. SQL Injection.

Cybersecurity 98

Cybersecurity DDOS Small Business Phishing 98

Security Affairs

JULY 13, 2019

“ Malware then guesses routers’ passwords , which new research from Avast shows are often weak. In some cases the router is reconfigured to use rogue DNS servers, which redirect victims to phishing pages that closely look like real online banking sites. ” reads a blog post published by Avast. concludes Avast.

DNS 75

DNS Passwords Advertising Banking 75

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 10, 2024

This lets threat actors change setups and access sensitive personal information of millions of Cox customers, such as MAC addresses and Wi-Fi passwords. The fix: Zyxel issued firmware patches 5.21(AAZF.17)C0 Regularly update anti-malware software and educate your personnel about phishing dangers. 17)C0 for NAS326 and 5.21(ABAG.14)C0

Malware 80

Malware Authentication Software Telecommunications 80

Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Specifically, CISA and USCG assessors had the most success gaining initial access, attaining network permanence, evading defenses and moving laterally by using valid accounts, phishing schemes and default credentials – all simple attack methods. Keep software and firmware patched and updated. and abroad has been dismantled.

Cybersecurity 70

Cybersecurity IoT Hacking Risk 70

ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 5, 2021

In 2016, the Mirai IoT botnet shut down part of the internet, yet variations still plague us today. Maybe our current approach to IoT botnets isn’t working? They spoke at BlackHat USA 2021 where they launched a new tool to find IoT based CnC servers. Clearly, there needs to be another approach. Davanian: This is Ali.

IoT 52

IoT DDOS Malware Internet 52

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Organizations can help prevent their computers from becoming part of a botnet by installing anti-malware software, using firewalls , keeping software up-to-date, and forcing users to use strong passwords. Always change the default passwords for any IoT devices you install before extended use. Jump ahead: Adware. RAM scraper.

Malware 105

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The potential for cyberattacks increases with industrial control systems becoming more interconnected through the Internet of Things (IoT) and cloud-based systems. Patch management: Keeping software and firmware up to date to close security gaps. What is the Importance of Cybersecurity in an Industrial Control System (ICS)?

Firmware 109

Firmware Encryption Manufacturing Risk 109

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

firmware (hard drives, drivers, etc.), Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices (security cameras, heart monitors, etc.), Attackers constantly send phishing emails, publish fake websites, or push fake browser alerts that contain software updates laden with malware. Kubernetes instances, websites, applications, and more.

Firmware 145

Firmware Firewall Passwords Risk 145

Security Boulevard

MAY 2, 2022

Combined with social media propaganda, social engineering targeting, and email phishing attacks, these threat vectors could change the course of the battle well before a single shot is fired. Many IOT/OT/ICS devices do not have enough physical device capacity to load classic IT security prevention tools. Mostly like, no.

Cyber Attacks 52

Cyber Attacks IoT Firmware Social Engineering 52

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Policies typically will be written documents that detail the requirements that will be enforced, such as password complexity. Minimum User Access Controls Active Directory: The smallest organizations might only worry about device access, otherwise known as the login credentials (username/password).

Firewall 109

Firewall Network Security Penetration Testing Encryption 109

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2023

Email-based phishing attacks : These can include both of the above attacks and typically target employees through their business email accounts. This includes IoT devices. Human Security Threats Employees make mistakes, whether that’s an accidental line of code or a router password exposed for the whole internet to see.

Network Security 109

Network Security Firewall Internet Internet 109

eSecurity Planet

JULY 25, 2023

Phishing attacks: Deceptive techniques, such as fraudulent emails or websites, trick individuals into revealing sensitive information like credit card and payment information, passwords, or login credentials.

Software 98

Software Data breaches DDOS Ransomware 98

Malwarebytes

JULY 13, 2022

In attack methods, ransomware authors—while still favoring good old-fashioned social engineering—have started backing away from phishing emails and leaning toward exploiting server, software, and operating system vulnerabilities instead. Install updates/patches to operating systems, software and firmware as soon as they are released.

Ransomware 107

Ransomware Manufacturing Government Computers and Electronics 107

ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2022

This is ransomware, starting with a phishing attack. The updates are done through firmware, firmware updates that we get from the vendor. Their security researchers know that maybe they have firmware or maybe they found a program or something somewhere. Well, this is where we're going to start analyzing some firmware.

Hacking 52

Hacking Energy and Utilities Manufacturing Firmware 52

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches. 583% increase in Kerberoasting [password hash cracking] attacks. 64% of managers and higher admit to poor password practices.

Cybersecurity 121

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 121

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

From IoT devices to internet-based services, the security of countless devices and web-based services' are dependant upon a secure Linux account privilege model. To reassure you immediately, we can confirm that your highly sensitive information such as username, password, and credit card information have not been compromised.".

Energy and Utilities 145

Energy and Utilities Ransomware DDOS Accountability 145