On May 6th, 2024, researchers from the Leviathan Security Group published an article detailing a technique to bypass most VPN applications, assigned as CVE-2024-3661 with a High CVSS score of 7.6. Researchers have labeled this technique ‘decloaking’ as while the VPN tunnel remains connected, it allows attackers to trick many VPN clients into sending traffic via a side channel and not through the encrypted tunnel.

In the ever-evolving threat landscape, identifying and blocking malicious IP addresses is an essential defense mechanism. However, this task presents unique challenges that demand careful consideration and innovative approaches. Unlike domain names, the registration details for IP addresses are less transparent, making it more challenging to access ownership information, registration dates, and the responsible parties.

Retail and hospitality businesses prioritize delivering exceptional customer service and growing revenue. Just as their mission relies on a service-oriented staff and quality products, it also requires secure and reliable connectivity. A high performing and secure network enables retailers to offer consistent and positive consumer interactions across online and physical stores around the world.

Threat actors are always evolving. Whether it is nation-state actors, cybercrime groups, ransomware gangs, or niche teams targeting specific systems – new tools, techniques, and procedures are constantly introduced by attackers. Stopping those threats is challenging in large part because Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) remains fragmented.