Aqua Security

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

This blog was co-authored by Itamar Maouda Two years ago, the NSA (the United States' National Security Agency) revealed that Drovorub, an advanced Russian malware created by the GRU 85th GTsSS team, had been discovered targeting Linux systems. It has an advanced kernel rootkit that hooks several kernel functions.

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The Crazy Programmer

OCTOBER 8, 2021

In short, it is the small part of the software that allows users to run the operating system in it and let them complete computing tasks. It helps the user experience as they are operating a virtual computer within the same host computer. If you do so and the application is affected by malware or harmful code.

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Lacework

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

James CondonDirector of Research, Lacework Labs Each month we take a look at a malicious Executable and Linkable Format (ELF) file, the common executable file format for Unix and Unix-like Operating Systems, and share details about the sample. In this edition of ELF of the Month, we take a look at a Linux DDoS sample […]

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CIO

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Misconfigurations and unpatched systems – cyber criminals can purchase tools from dark Web marketplaces that will scan IT networks and devices for poor configurations and unpatched systems that they can exploit. This delivers superior protection against kernel-level malware through to browser-based attacks.

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Perficient

JANUARY 31, 2023

A common operating system (OS) on personal computers, servers, and other gadgets is Linux. It was first launched in 1991 by Finnish software engineer Linus Torvalds and is based on the Unix operating system. The fact that Linux is very customizable is one of its key advantages.

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The Crazy Programmer

OCTOBER 6, 2021

In that case, the users need to have a protective shield that protects the computer and its important files from any virus, malware, or harmful element that can affect the device. A firewall is a layer in the computer to protect it from unknown users or codes that can be a virus, malware, or unauthorized access to the computer.

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CIO

JANUARY 20, 2023

In August 2022, the French hospital Centre Hospitalier Sud Francilien (CHSF) was the victim of a ransomware attack that disabled medical imaging and patient admission systems. 3 Unit 42 research also found that 83% of ultrasound, MRI, and CT scanners run on an end-of-life operating system. Simplify operations.

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The Parallax

JANUARY 22, 2018

Its success was predicated not on “zero-day” vulnerabilities or new forms of malicious software, but rather on older, known malware delivered via an all-too-familiar method: phishing. The malware included hacked versions of end-to-end encrypted communication apps Signal and WhatsApp.

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CIO

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Hackers take advantage of out-of-date systems, software, and known security issues. However, outdated operating systems can be more vulnerable to security risks because they may lack the latest security updates and patches, serving as an entry point for hackers to infiltrate networks.

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Tenable

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

critical infrastructure through exploitation of known vulnerabilities Background On February 8, Fortinet published an advisory (FG-IR-24-015) to address a critical flaw in FortiOS, its network operating system. CVE Description CVSSv3 Severity CVE-2024-21762 Fortinet FortiOS Out-of-bound Write Vulnerability in sslvpnd 9.6

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Tenable

MARCH 3, 2023

Image Source: BleepingComputer Tactics, Techniques and Procedures According to the CSA, Royal's preferred technique for gaining initial access to target networks is through phishing attacks using emails containing malicious PDFs or through malvertising which leads the victim to download malware.

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The Parallax

JUNE 18, 2018

On May 25, the FBI issued a clarion call to a broad swath of Wi-Fi router owners: To clear out a potential botnet malware infection, reboot your router. The malware, VPNFilter, allowed hackers to snoop on all traffic passing through the router, including stealing website log-ins, as well as disable the device.

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TechCrunch

APRIL 20, 2023

. “We have started much more narrowly in order to not pollute our models with data not relevant to ransomware campaigns or broken samples like those commonly pulled from public malware repositories.”

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Tenable

JANUARY 19, 2024

In addition, the latest on the Androxgh0st malware. To get more details, read the announcement “ CISA, FBI and EPA Release Incident Response Guide for Water and Wastewater Systems Sector ” and the “ Water and Wastewater Sector - Incident Response Guide.” Plus, the challenges stressing out CISOs are also opening new doors for them.

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Tenable

APRIL 19, 2024

Check out recommendations for securing AI systems from the Five Eyes cybersecurity agencies. 1 - Multinational cyber agencies issue best practices for secure AI deployment Looking for best practices on how to securely deploy artificial intelligence (AI) systems? Plus, Stanford University offers a comprehensive review of AI trends.

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Ivanti

APRIL 12, 2022

Attackers are exploiting the Spring4Shell vulnerability to spread Mirai Botnet malware. Attacks observed by Trend report systems configured with Spring Framework versions before 5.2.20, 5.3.18, JDK version 9 or higher and Apache Tomcat are being targeted. This vulnerability affects all Windows Operating System versions.

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Firemon

APRIL 9, 2024

Alternatively, in many organizations, if it was not an appliance, the security team would have to coordinate with internal IT resources including hardware teams and Operating System teams. Most high-profile attacks at this time were malware (viruses and worms) that were ineffectively prevented by firewalls.

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The Parallax

MAY 14, 2019

It is much safer than one-time code systems, including SMS or authenticator code systems, as this is based on the FIDO 2.0 It is much safer than one-time code systems, including SMS or authenticator code systems, as this is based on the FIDO 2.0 Google Play is an ‘order of magnitude’ better at blocking malware.

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Tenable

APRIL 27, 2020

They discovered that this also affected systems when the port used for the administration interface or user portal was also used to expose a firewall service, such as the SSL VPN. CVE-2020-12271 is a pre-authentication SQL injection vulnerability that exists in the Sophos XG Firewall/Sophos Firewall Operating System (SFOS).

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Further to this, the company’s various IT systems are also responsible for ensuring security and protection against opportunistic, yet sophisticated cybercriminals. Keeping your IT systems up to date should be a top priority in order to ensure they are fulfilling their different duties at their fullest capacity.

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Tenable

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

A vulnerability could also be a host on the network that lacks modern protections like next-generation firewalls or anti-malware features. Keep in mind that “vulnerability” isn't a synonym for words like "malware," "virus," "trojan" or any of the other words that describe common cyberthreats.

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Tenable

APRIL 8, 2021

"Patch" is the common slang for software and firmware updates released by software manufacturers on a regular basis to address bugs and vulnerabilities as well as bring new features and general functionality improvements to various apps, platforms and operating systems. .

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Ivanti

AUGUST 3, 2021

Ransomware is a strain of malware that blocks users (or a company) from accessing their personal data or apps on infected iOS, iPadOS, and Android mobile devices, macOS laptops, Windows personal computers and servers, and Linux servers. Communications : The malware scans the contents of the SD card.

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TechTalk

JULY 5, 2021

In the northern hemisphere, we’re well into the summer heat now, and many of us have vacation on our minds – but hackers, attackers, and malware distributors can take advantage of that to step up their efforts to infiltrate or take down our networks by exploiting the vulnerabilities in our operating systems, services, and applications. […].

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The Parallax

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

An Apple vulnerability that allowed anybody to access a Mac running the latest version of its operating system became widely known on Tuesday. Someone could do this by using a default method Apple accidentally introduced in the operating system, which it released to the public on September 25.

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Storm Consulting

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

It’s also worth checking simply how much the program uses system resources, as some can easily consume just too many memory and CPU electrical power, leading to overall performance degradation. Some courses offer a free trial or a refund, so you can make an effort them away risk-free ahead of committing to a subscription.

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Xebia

JUNE 9, 2022

The use of virtualization allows a WebAssembly program to be portable across operating systems and different processor without modification. This is a big difference from containers, which are created for specific operating systems and processor types. A standardized system interface was the missing link.

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Ivanti

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Additionally, advanced automation solutions can automate processes like patching (with the assistance of the healthcare device manufacturer) and updating software operating systems, ensuring all systems are up-to-date with the latest defense measures against cyberattacks. Adhering to regulatory standards like HIPAA and GDPR.

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Tenable

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

CVE-2022-24990 is an information disclosure vulnerability in Terramaster NAS systems that allows unauthenticated remote attackers to discover administrative passwords. Recon and Lateral Movement After gaining initial access, the actors perform reconnaissance using customized malware, execute commands and upload and download files.

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Tenable

MARCH 5, 2021

The term "vulnerability" isn't synonymous with "malware" or "virus”: It simply means any weakness within your network that can be exploited. Vulnerabilities can be errors in application coding, unpatched flaws in the operating systems of hosts on the network, devices on the network with insufficient security measures or other complications.

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Tenable

APRIL 20, 2021

For CVE-2020-8243, the researchers detail how an attacker could exploit the flaw to gain arbitrary code execution privileges on the underlying operating system by injecting a backdoored template file. Implanting malware and harvesting credentials. Identifying affected systems.

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MagmaLabs

OCTOBER 13, 2022

As a result, your data gets secured and protected from malware, other attacks, or security breaches. Some cyber hygiene best practices include the following: Installing antivirus and malware software. Regularly updating web browsers, apps, and operating systems. Why is Cyber Hygiene Important For Your Business?

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Ivanti

JUNE 14, 2023

AI generated polymorphic exploits can bypass leading security tools Recently, AI-generated polymorphic malware has been developed to bypass EDR and antivirus, leaving security teams with blind spots into threats and vulnerabilities. The county is still trying to recover and restore all their systems today, having already spent $5.5

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Altexsoft

JUNE 2, 2020

You can use regression to predict system calls of operating systems, and then identify anomalies by comparing the prediction to an actual call. Artificial intelligence can improve security, while at the same time enable cybercriminals access systems with no human intervention. The Impact of AI on Cybersecurity.

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ProtectWise

MAY 15, 2017

Any network with hosts running a version of the Windows operating system missing the MS17-010 patches is vulnerable to WannaCry's infection mechanism. The patches for Microsoft (currently supported) operating systems were released on March 14, 2017 following the Shadow Brokers leak. Who Created The Malware?

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Tenable

JULY 11, 2023

To exploit this flaw, an attacker would need to have already gained local access to a target system and have certain basic user privileges. Successful exploitation would allow an attacker to obtain administrative privileges on the target system. It was assigned a CVSSv3 score of 7.8 and was exploited in the wild as a zero-day.

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Lacework

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Infrastructure is the underlying foundation or framework of a system or organization while critical infrastructure is the physical and virtual assets, systems, and networks that are essential to society. For the first time, malware was used to cause physical damage. Today, almost all critical infrastructure sectors are at risk.

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