Tag: credentials
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Attackers are leveraging Cisco Smart Licensing Utility static admin credentials (CVE-2024-20439)
CVE-2024-20439, a static credential vulnerability in the Cisco Smart Licensing Utility, is being exploited by attackers in the wild, CISA has confirmed on Monday by adding the … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/04/03/attackers-are-leveraging-cisco-smart-licensing-utility-static-admin-credentials-cve-2024-20439/
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Hackers Exploit Apache Tomcat Flaw to Hijack Servers and Steal SSH Credentials
Tags: apache, attack, botnet, credentials, cyber, data-breach, exploit, flaw, hacker, linux, vulnerability, windowsA newly discovered attack campaign has exposed vulnerabilities in Apache Tomcat servers, allowing hackers to hijack resources and steal SSH credentials. Researchers from Aqua Nautilus revealed that these attacks, which weaponized botnets within 30 hours of discovery, employ encrypted payloads and advanced persistence mechanisms to infiltrate systems running both Windows and Linux platforms. The attackers…
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Hackers Actively Scanning for Juniper Smart Routers Using Default Passwords
Recent cybersecurity findings reveal an alarming increase in malicious activity targeting Juniper’s Session Smart Networking Platform (SSR). According to SANS tech reports, Attackers are focusing their efforts on exploiting devices using the default credentials, >>t128>128tRoutes
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Massive GitHub Leak: 39M API Keys Credentials Exposed How to Strengthen Security
Over 39 million API keys, credentials, and other sensitive secrets were exposed on GitHub in 2024, raising considerable alarm within the developer community and enterprises globally. The scale and impact of this leak have underscored the growing risks tied to improperly handled credentials and highlighted the urgent need for robust security practices. GitHub, the world’s…
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GitHub expands security tools after 39 million secrets leaked in 2024
Over 39 million secrets like API keys and account credentials were leaked on GitHub throughout 2024, exposing organizations and users to significant security risks. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/github-expands-security-tools-after-39-million-secrets-leaked-in-2024/
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What is subdomain hijacking?
Subdomain hijacking is a cybersecurity risk where attackers exploit abandoned DNS records to take control of legitimate subdomains. This can lead to phishing attacks, credential theft, and malware distribution. Organizations must regularly audit DNS records, remove outdated entries, and strengthen cloud security policies to prevent these vulnerabilities. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/04/what-is-subdomain-hijacking/
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QR Code Phishing (Quishing) Attack Your Smartphones To Steal Microsoft Accounts Credentials
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a growing trend in phishing attacks leveraging QR codes, a tactic known as >>quishing.
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Hacker Leaks 270,000 Samsung Customer Records”, Stolen Credentials Were Left Unchecked for Years
In a troubling security breach, a hacker exposed the personal data of over 270,000 Samsung customers in Germany, freely dumping it on the internet. The hack, attributed to a cybercriminal operating under the alias “GHNA,” occurred when the attacker accessed a system used by Samsung’s German customer service. According to cybersecurity firm Hudson Rock, the…
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Hackers Exploit Microsoft Teams Messages to Deliver Malware
Tags: attack, corporate, credentials, cyber, cybersecurity, defense, exploit, hacker, malicious, malware, microsoft, powershell, tactics, vulnerabilityCybersecurity experts have uncovered a new malware campaign targeting Microsoft Teams users to infiltrate corporate systems. By exploiting the platform’s communication vulnerabilities and leveraging malicious PowerShell scripts, attackers bypassed traditional defenses, delivering malware capable of stealing credentials and establishing persistent backdoors. The attack demonstrates an alarming evolution in malware delivery tactics through trusted collaboration platforms.…
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Infostealer malware poses potent threat despite recent takedowns
How CISOs can defend against infostealers: To defend against these threats, CISOs should rely on multi-factor authentication MFA and least privilege access to prevent their incursion into the corporate network, as well as endpoint detection and response (EDR) and anti-malware to detect and quarantine infostealers that manage to trick users into running the malware. Regular…
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Volume of attacks on network devices shows need to replace end of life devices quickly
Tags: access, apache, attack, authentication, best-practice, breach, cloud, control, credentials, cve, cyber, dns, endpoint, espionage, exploit, firewall, flaw, government, group, Hardware, infrastructure, injection, Internet, ivanti, lazarus, macOS, monitoring, network, north-korea, open-source, password, risk, router, russia, sans, service, software, threat, tool, update, vulnerabilityCVE-2023-1389, a vulnerability in TP-Link Archer AX21 router;CVE-2024-3400, a hole in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS firewall operating system;CVE-2023-36845, a vulnerability in Juniper Networks Junos OS operating system;CVE-2021-44529, a vulnerability in Ivanti Endpoint Manager Cloud Service Appliance;CVE-2023-38035, a hole in Ivanti Sentry security gateway;CVE-2024-36401, a vulnerability in OSGeo GeoServer;CVE-2024-0012, a vulnerability in Palo Alto Neworks PAN-OS…
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CISA Warns of Cisco Smart Licensing Utility Credential Flaw Exploited in Attacks
Tags: advisory, attack, cisa, cisco, credentials, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, infrastructure, software, vulnerabilityThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a security advisory warning organizations about a critical vulnerability in Cisco’s Smart Licensing Utility (SLU) software that has reportedly been exploited in cyberattacks. The vulnerability, assigned CVE-2024-20439, stems from a static credential issue that could leave affected systems open to remote exploitation with potentially devastating consequences.…
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Oracle Health Responding to Hack of Legacy Cerner EHR Data
Customer Credentials Possibly Compromised at EHR Vendor Acquired by Oracle in 2022. Oracle is dealing with a hacking incident involving legacy patient data of Cerner electronic health record customers. Oracle, which acquired Cerner in 2022, is reportedly telling clients the hack involved compromised credentials for systems scheduled to migrate to the cloud. First seen on…
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Triton RAT Uses Telegram for Remote System Access and Control
Cado Security Labs has uncovered a new Python-based Remote Access Tool (RAT) named Triton RAT, which leverages Telegram for remote system access and data exfiltration. This open-source malware, available on GitHub, is designed to execute a wide range of malicious activities, including credential theft, system control, and persistence establishment. Technical Overview Triton RAT initiates its…
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Hacker Tactics: Exploiting Edge Devices, Missing Multifactor
70% of Ransomware Incidents Trace to Attackers Simply Logging In, Researchers Warn. Hackers may have a reputation for wizardry, but researchers say two of their top tactics are entirely prosaic: exploiting known vulnerabilities in outdated networking gear to gain initial access, as well as using valid – albeit stolen – employee credentials and just logging…
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New Android Malware “TsarBot” Targeting 750 Banking, Finance Crypto Apps
Tags: android, attack, banking, credentials, credit-card, crypto, cyber, finance, intelligence, login, malware, threatA newly identified Android malware, dubbed TsarBot, has emerged as a potent cyber threat targeting over 750 applications across banking, finance, cryptocurrency, and e-commerce sectors. Discovered by Cyble Research and Intelligence Labs (CRIL), this banking Trojan employs sophisticated overlay attacks to steal sensitive user credentials, including banking details, login information, and credit card data. Global…
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Evilginx Tool (Still) Bypasses MFA
Based on the open source NGINX Web server, the malicious tool allows threat actors to steal user credentials and session tokens. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/endpoint-security/evilginx-bypasses-mfa
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Inside Daisy Cloud: 30K Stolen Credentials Exposed
Veriti research recently analyzed stolen data that was published in a telegram group named “Daisy Cloud” (potentially associated with the RedLine Stealer), exposing the inner workings of a cybercrime marketplace. This group offers thousands of stolen credentials in an ongoing basis across a wide range of services, from crypto exchanges to government portals, at disturbingly……
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Experts warn of the new sophisticate Crocodilus mobile banking Trojan
The new Android trojan Crocodilus exploits accessibility features to steal banking and crypto credentials, mainly targeting users in Spain and Turkey. ThreatFabric researchers discovered a new Android trojan called Crocodilus, which exploits accessibility features to steal banking and crypto credentials. >>Crocodilus enters the scene not as a simple clone, but as a fully-fledged threat from…
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Babuk Locker 2.0 vs Seceon Platform: MITRE ATTCK Mapping and Early-Stage Detection Remediation
Overview of Babuk Locker 2.0 Babuk Locker 2.0 is a ransomware strain that employs double extortion, where attackers encrypt victim files and exfiltrate sensitive data for ransom. It targets organizations by exploiting RDP vulnerabilities, unpatched systems, weak credentials, and phishing attacks. MITRE ATT&CK Mapping of Babuk Locker 2.0 & Seceon’s Early Detection & Remediation MITRE…
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New Android Trojan Crocodilus Abuses Accessibility to Steal Banking and Crypto Credentials
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new Android banking malware called Crocodilus that’s primarily designed to target users in Spain and Turkey.”Crocodilus enters the scene not as a simple clone, but as a fully-fledged threat from the outset, equipped with modern techniques such as remote control, black screen overlays, and advanced data harvesting via accessibility logging,”…
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New Python-Based Discord RAT Targets Users to Steal Login Credentials
A recently identified Remote Access Trojan (RAT) has raised alarms within the cybersecurity community due to its innovative use of Discord’s API as a Command and Control (C2) server. This Python-based malware exploits Discord’s extensive user base to execute commands, steal sensitive information, and manipulate both local machines and Discord servers. Bot Initialization and Functionality…
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Morphing Meerkat PhaaS Platform Spoofs 100+ Brands
A PhaaS platform, dubbed ‘Morphing Meerkat,’ uses DNS MX records to spoof over 100 brands and steal credentials, according to Infoblox Threat Intel First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/morphing-meerkat-phaas-platform/