Attackers Test Weak Passwords in Purple Fox Malware Attacks
Researchers share a list of passwords that Purple Fox attackers commonly brute force when targeting the SMB protocol.
Source: Dark Reading –
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Malicious PowerShell Use, Attacks on Office 365 Accounts Surged in Q4
There was also a sharp increase in overall malware volumes in the fourth quarter of 2020, COVID-19 related attack activity, and mobile malware,
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Global Dwell Time Drops as Ransomware Attacks Accelerate
The length of time attackers remain undiscovered in a target network has fallen to 24 days, researchers report, but ransomware plays a role.
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LinkedIn Phishing Ramps Up With More-Targeted Attacks
Seeking to take advantage of out-of-work users, malware groups continue to use LinkedIn and business services to offer fictional jobs and deliver infections
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FBI & CISA Warn of Active Attacks on FortiOS Vulnerabilities
A joint advisory warns admins of the likelihood of APT groups exploiting three vulnerabilities in the Fortinet FortiOS.
Source: Dark Reading –
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Pair of Apex Legends Players Banned for DDoS Server Attacks
Predator-ranked players on Xbox console game version rigged matches with DDoS attacks.
Source: Threat Post – Web Security – Pair of Apex
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Inside the Web Shell Used in the Microsoft Exchange Server Attacks
The history and details of China Chopper – a Web shell commonly seen in the widespread Microsoft Exchange Server attacks.
Source: Dark
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CopperStealer Malware Attacks Facebook and Instagram Business Accounts
The cybersecurity researchers at Proofpoint have recently issued all the details regarding a new undocumented malware, which is dubbed as “CopperStealer.” According to
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How to Prevent wp-vcd malware Attacks on Your Website?
If your WordPress security plugin is flagging your website with a message Backdoor: PHP/wp-vcd.5473 – malicious code; it is possible that your website
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RDP Attacks Persist Near Record Levels in 2021
A wave of attacks targeting Remote Desktop Protocol has continued throughout the pandemic as more employees continue to work from home.
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