eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 3, 2022

ZINC, a sub-group of the notorious North Korean Lazarus hacking group, has implanted malicious payloads in open-source software to infiltrate corporate networks, Microsoft’s threat hunting team has reported. Admins and security teams can use them to assess potential attacks and block inbound traffic from listed IPs.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 27, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore both the advantages and dangers of AI in cybersecurity, including examples of how cybercriminals could use AI to improve social engineering attacks and how cybersecurity companies can use AI to better protect users.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 28, 2023

Network Security: Study network protocols, such as TCP/IP, and analyze common network attacks like DDoS, phishing, and man-in-the-middle attacks. Research network security mechanisms, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and virtual private networks (VPNs).

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 14, 2024

Whether it be purely text-based social engineering, or advanced, image-based attacks, one thing's for certain — generative AI is fueling a whole new age of advanced phishing. The post The “Spammification” of Business Email Compromise Spells Trouble for Businesses Around the Globe appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 29, 2023

As attacks continue to evolve, harnessing AI and advanced social engineering techniques for increasingly sophisticated, stealthy attacks, many. The post We’ve Been Using Email Since 1971—It’s Time We Make it Secure appeared first on Security Boulevard. Email is one of the most important communication tools used today.

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Doctor Chaos

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Rombertik attacks are based on social engineering, tricking users into downloading the executable program which is disguised as a PDF file. Please understand that attackers will use a variety of techniques to hide malware extensions from users, and obfuscate file types to subvert network security technologies.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 28, 2024

Recent reports claim that the Microsoft Threat Intelligence team stated that a cybercriminal group, identified as Storm-1811, has been exploiting Microsoft’s Quick Assist tool in a series of social engineering attacks. This group is known for deploying the Black Basta ransomware attack.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 20, 2023

Mitnick and KnowBe4 As an early expert in social engineering and hacking, Mitnick provided valuable first-hand knowledge when he joined KnowBe4. He helped design KnowBe4’s training based on his social engineering tactics, and he became a partial owner of KnowBe4 in November 2011.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

BeEF , or Browser Exploitation Framework, makes classic tasks such as enumeration, phishing, or social engineering seamless. SET , or Social Engineer Toolkit, focuses on the human factor, as scanners won’t do social engineering pen tests. As many apps are now web-based, adversaries use browser exploitation.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

During a vishing call, a skilled scammer uses social engineering […] The post Voice Phishing Attacks: How to Prevent and Respond to Them appeared first on CybeReady. The post Voice Phishing Attacks: How to Prevent and Respond to Them appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 18, 2022

As more and more businesses increase the number of their digital assets and incorporate new technology to operate, they turn their attack surface into an intricate network. Securing all the systems that include remote employees’ endpoint devices and multi-cloud environments has been a challenge. To Conclude.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 28, 2023

This ensures the entirety of the network and its endpoints are marked for testing and evaluation. Network tests Some organizations differentiate internal from external network security tests. Most cyberattacks today start with social engineering, phishing , or smishing.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 5, 2024

From phishing schemes and ransomware attacks to social engineering and doxxing, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) face an ever-evolving array of cyber threats, and the risks of digital exposure are greater than ever.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

This strategy seems to be a trade-off, as such services are way easier to take down by authorities, but it allows bypassing network security products that don’t block legitimate providers. AT&T labs provided a list of IoCs (indicators of compromise) that system administrators can use to add specific rules to security solutions.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 21, 2023

They may incorporate tools such as firewalls or antivirus software , which are helpful, but not the only tactics that can keep a network secure. Unfortunately, having a large cybersecurity budget does not necessarily mean a company has a solid, comprehensive security plan.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 18, 2022

Not long ago, it was revealed that T-Mobile had been breached by bad actors who convinced employees to switch their SIM cards to let them bypass two-factor identification — reminding us how effective social engineering can still be. The issue likely comes down to awareness.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Unpatched vulnerabilities: In addition, the hackers may have exploited unpatched software or vulnerabilities in network configurations, which are common weak points in large-scale telecom systems. Regular security audits: Regularly assessing network security measures can help identify and address vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Here are excerpts of an exchange Last Watchdog had with Harrington about his new book, edited for clarity and length: LW: Why is it smart for companies to make addressing app security a focal point? Harrington: Software runs the world.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

This places serious demands on security of mobile devices and privacy-preserving ways of storing the data. Companies will fight the human factor in cybersecurity to curb insider threat and social engineering to protect user data.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2023

BreachLock offers a wide range of services covering cloud , network , application , API , mobile, social engineering and third-party partner tests, and can help with SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 regulatory requirements too. Like BreachLock, ScienceSoft also offers a mix of manual and automated testing.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 9, 2024

This case underscores the serious risk that social engineering and supply chain attacks pose to open-source projects. It emphasizes the importance of implementing stricter security measures, adopting a more vigilant approach to project management, and maintaining careful oversight in regard to projects’ contributors.

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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. Read more: What is Network Security?

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 7, 2023

There are multiple other attack angles to test, including: Network compromises Social engineering (e.g., Web apps are good for learning because many web servers are vulnerable and expose a large surface to attackers, as organizations have to expose their network to the public.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

“Security risks for end users take the form of two discrete methods: private key theft and ice phishing attacks,” said Christian Seifert, Researcher, Forta.org. But both are launched via social engineering attacks where users are tricked into disclosing information or signing transactions that give attackers access to a user’s digital assets.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Complete security can’t be achieved, especially against global actors or state-sponsored groups. As long as you need employees, you will get spear-phishing campaigns and other social engineering attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Beyond the technology, cybersecurity also involves policies and protocols for user behavior, incident response plans, and security training for employees to ensure a robust defense against external and internal threats. Equip your team to recognize phishing scams, securely handle devices, and protect sensitive information.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2022

Security Awareness Training Improvements Coming. “As As part of security awareness training, users receive short, monthly reinforcement training modules of a couple of minutes as well as monthly simulated social engineering test emails,” said Stu Sjouwerman, CEO of KnowBe4.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 8, 2022

Technology-based defenses have made it so difficult to hack into organizations that cybercriminals are increasingly turning to social engineering (tricking humans) to accomplish their goals,” Carpenter said. However, despite advanced defenses, organizations still face massive data breach problems.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2022

This helps to explain the rise of social engineering attacks , especially with phishing. Earlier this year, Ballistic Ventures invested $7 million in Nudge Security because of its focus on the modern workforce. This startup takes an interesting approach to security.

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Andrew Hay

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Zero-trust architecture will evolve beyond network security to encompass cloud workloads, supply chains, and even individual devices. Organizations will invest in personalized training programs using gamification and AI-driven risk assessments to reinforce secure behaviours.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Network security Furthermore, Internet of Things (IoT) VR applications , particularly those enhanced by AI, are more resource-intensive. The high bandwidth and low-latency connections of these systems can strain traditional network resources, and as such, security may often not be up to scratch.

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Responsible Cyber

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

The incident revealed that the company’s network security protocols were inadequate, allowing cybercriminals to infiltrate their systems through compromised vendor credentials. As a direct outcome, organizations utilizing this payment processor faced severe reputational damage, and many customers reported fraudulent transactions.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 15, 2024

Here are the five query functions you can use: Network hacking: This function allows users to delve into network security, offering information about computer network vulnerabilities and threats. It discusses techniques like port scanning, packet sniffing, and exploiting flaws in network protocols.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The post ‘Total Bollocks’ — No, Your Toothbrush isn’t DDoS’ing appeared first on Security Boulevard. PR FAIL: Were 3 million toothbrushes hacked into a botnet? Or does a Fortinet spokeschild have egg on his face?

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 11, 2023

. “The patch notes indicate that an attacker must be authenticated and local to the network; this means that an attacker must already have gained access to a host in the network,” Breen said. Just because your Exchange Server doesn’t have internet-facing authentication doesn’t mean it’s protected.”

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 12, 2024

The post Sisense Hacked: CISA Warns Customers at Risk appeared first on Security Boulevard. A hard-coded credential catastrophe: The analytics firm kept big companies’ secrets in an insecure AWS bucket. Government says victims include the “critical infrastructure sector.”

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 16, 2024

The post SIM Swappers Try Bribing T-Mobile and Verizon Staff $300 appeared first on Security Boulevard. Not OK: SMS 2FA — Widespread spam targets carrier employees, as scrotes try harder to evade two-factor authentication.

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