CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

From backdoors- As the Korean giant creates, validates and manufactures its computing devices all on its own, its every piece of hardware, wiring and firmware is securely drafted at its high secure R&D plants & factories in the world. So, the question of unauthorized backdoors being present on any of its devices gets eliminated.

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Google Security

AUGUST 9, 2021

In 2018, Google introduced the Titan Security Key as a direct defense against credential phishing. Phishing occurs when an attacker tries to trick you into giving them your username and password, and it remains one of the easiest and most successful ways of breaching accounts online.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 26, 2021

In recent attacks, the group also exploited known Microsoft Exchange Server vulnerabilities and used phishing messages to target computer networks. Below are the recommended mitigations included in the alert: Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air gapped, password protected copies offline.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 2, 2021

UDP Technology IP Camera firmware vulnerabilities allow for attacker to achieve root. Spear-phishing now targets employees outside the finance and executive teams, report says. Source: ZDNet) We can’t believe people use browsers to manage their passwords, says maker of password management tools.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The FBI provided the following mitigations to protect against ransomware attacks: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as they are released. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts. Pierluigi Paganini.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 20, 2024

Use Strong, Unique Passwords Weak passwords are easy for hackers to guess or crack, especially if they’re common or reused across multiple sites. When creating passwords, use at least 12 characters, combining uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special symbols.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2021

PYSA/Mespinoza can arrive on victims’ networks either via phishing campaigns or by brute-forcing Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) credentials to gain access. Phishing campaigns and domain typosquatting also come into play. And this isn’t just limited to ransomware attacks. Use multi-factor authentication wherever possible.

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Security Affairs

JULY 16, 2022

Critical flaw in Netwrix Auditor application allows arbitrary code execution CISA urges to fix multiple critical flaws in Juniper Networks products Threat actors exploit a flaw in Digium Phone Software to target VoIP servers Tainted password-cracking software for industrial systems used to spread P2P Sality bot Experts warn of attacks on sites using (..)

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Show them these tips: Never use the same password twice. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. This is where a password manager comes in.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

Regularly back up data, password protect backup copies offline. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. Use strong passwords and regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, implementing the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 3, 2022

The main attack vector is phishing which the group uses to gain a foothold before moving on to breach the network from there. In the case of the Nvidia breach, LAPSUS$ claimed it was mainly after the removal of the lite hast rate (LHR) limitations in all GeForce 30 series firmware—apparently all to help out gamers and the mining community.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 28, 2020

Sadly, coronavirus phishing and ransomware hacks already are in high gear. Social engineering invariably is the first step in cyber attacks ranging from phishing and ransomware to business email compromise ( BEC ) scams and advanced persistent threat ( APT ) hacks. Always remember. Never trust. Always question.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Introducing Bitwarden Cupid Vault to securely share (and unshare) passwords with loved ones Bitwarden Bitwarden has already had the ability to securely share passwords. Vulnerabilities and Malware Primarily includes severe and exploited vulnerabilities in devices or software used by end users (ex: a major router firmware flaw).

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 16, 2022

The CSA mentions RDP exploitation , SonicWall firewall exploits, and phishing campaigns. Require all accounts with password logins to meet the required standards for developing and managing password policies. Use long passwords (CISA says 8 characters, we say you can do better than that) and password managers.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 3, 2025

Vulnerabilities and Malware Primarily includes severe and exploited vulnerabilities in devices or software used by end users (ex: a major router firmware flaw). Anyone with this default password could access these "locked" apartment complexes. While it could be changed, the device does not prompt end users to change the password.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 4, 2025

Vulnerabilities and Malware Primarily includes severe and exploited vulnerabilities in devices or software used by end users (ex: a major router firmware flaw). Users should keep routers updated , use strong admin passwords (avoid using the default credentials), and avoid exposing the admin login page to the internet.

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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.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Even harmless details, such as pet names or birthplaces, can be used by hackers to reset passwords. Use the administrator account only for maintenance, software installation, or firmware updates. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated password manager apps.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

About 90% of cyber attacks begin with a phishing email, text or malicious link, so training users not to click on anything they’re not sure about could have the highest return on investment (ROI) of any prevention technique — if those training efforts are successful and reinforced. Don’t click on anything you’re unsure of.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

SMS phishing attacks will be the new phish in town. Phishing is a common attack used by cybercriminals to trick individuals into providing personal data or login credentials through a “spray and pray” method that can reach a mass audience, typically via email. Given that over 2.5

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Hot for Security

MARCH 17, 2021

The group typically gains access to victim networks by compromising Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) credentials and/or through phishing emails, the FBI notes. The notice also includes mitigation steps like: Regularly back up data, air gap and password-protect backup copies offline. Implement network segmentation. and others.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Simple or reused passwords are still a problem. While the cybersecurity industry has presented options for every netizen, the recommendation to use original and complex passwords continues to be disregarded. Instead, people come up with passwords that are comfortable. Malware, phishing, and web. Poor credentials.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

As with other “big game” ransomware, the delivery method changes according to the preferences of the group operating it, but among the most common attack vectors are remote desktop protocol (RDP) , phishing , and weaknesses in either software or hardware. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2021

Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. • Regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, and avoid reusing passwords for different accounts. .

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 10, 2023

The malware has functionality to steal user credentials, provide shell access, and persist through firmware upgrades.” ” The keylogger collects sensitive information, including usernames, passwords and credit card numbers, then uses Microsoft Teams to exfiltrate the data, sending it to an attacker-controlled Teams channel.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Most of the campaigns discovered by the researchers leverages phishing attacks to retrieve banking credentials in Brazil. Trend Micro recommends to keep devices’ firmware up to date, change the default usernames and passwords on their routers, and also change the router’s default IP address.

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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 14, 2025

To gain access to internal networks, Akira targeted local accounts with disabled multifactor authentication (MFA) and SonicOS firmware versions vulnerable to exploitation, often exposed to the internet for virtual private network (VPN) access. Similar groups like REvil and DarkSide have also rebounded after law enforcement crackdowns.

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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.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

TA505 is well-known for its involvement in global phishing and malware dissemination. Their victims include hundreds of companies worldwide, and they engage in various illegal activities, including providing ransomware-as-a-service, acting as an initial access broker, and orchestrating large-scale phishing assaults and financial fraud.

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Attack vectors There are two main IoT infection routes: brute-forcing weak passwords and exploiting vulnerabilities in network services. A successful password cracking enables hackers to execute arbitrary commands on a device and inject malware. Unfortunately, users tend to leave these passwords unchanged.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The webmail account credentials were collected via cross-site scripting and browser-in-the-browser spear-phishing campaigns. Upgrade to the latest firmware version. Change any default usernames and passwords. ” reads the joint report.

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Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

Phishing and Spear Phishing. Despite constant warnings from the cyber security industry, people still fall victim to phishing every day. As cybercrime has become well-funded and increasingly sophisticated, phishing remains one of the most effective methods used by criminals to introduce malware into businesses.

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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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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

The researchers said they had seen Nobelium using HTML smuggling in a spear-phishing campaign in May, and more recently, observed it being used to deliver the banking Trojan Mekotio and the AsyncRAT/MJRAT and Trickbot malware used by attackers to get control of targeted devices and deliver such malware as ransomware.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 10, 2022

Observed since: December 2021 Ransomware note: SURTR_README.hta Ransomware extension: surtr Kill Chain: Spear-Phishing > MalDoc > Surtr Ransomware Sample hash: 40e5bb0526169c02126ffa60a09041e5e5453a24b26bc837036748b150fa3fae. Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Patch management: Keeping software and firmware up to date to close security gaps. Phishing Attacks Phishing campaigns exploit human error by tricking employees or contractors into clicking on malicious links or attachments. Role-based access control (RBAC): Restricting system access based on user roles and responsibilities.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

They contain a wealth of information like credit card numbers, online passwords, photos, intellectual property, work documents and more. Here’s what you should do immediately: Reset your most sensitive passwords for local and online accounts. Most fraud attempts begin with cybercriminals phishing for your personal information.

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