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CrowdStrike

Lumma Stealer Packed with CypherIt Distributed Using Falcon Sensor Update Phishing Lure

Jul 24, 2024 By Counter Adversary Operations In CrowdStrike
On July 23, 2024, CrowdStrike Intelligence identified the phishing domain crowdstrike-office365com, which impersonates CrowdStrike and delivers malicious ZIP and RAR files containing a Microsoft Installer (MSI) loader. The loader ultimately executes Lumma Stealer packed with CypherIt.
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WatchGuard

Ransomware: Attackers resort to old-school techniques and minimal investment

Jul 23, 2024 By Sam Manjarres In WatchGuard
The modus operandi of cybercriminals is constantly changing. It comes as no surprise that, every so often, hackers switch up their methods to become more evasive. However, contrary to what we might imagine, these changes don’t always have to be innovative, or involve new attack strategies. Cybercriminals are increasingly opting to employ old-school techniques, and couple this with minimal investment.
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Arctic Wolf

Abusing BOINC: FakeUpdates Campaign Bundling Malware with Legitimate Software

Jul 23, 2024 By Arctic Wolf In Arctic Wolf
Beginning in early July 2024, Arctic Wolf responded to multiple SocGholish/FakeUpdate intrusions that resulted in a seemingly benign payload being delivered as a second-stage download. The zip file payload contained software from the Berkeley Open Infrastructure for Network Computing (BOINC) project, open-source software that allows users to contribute computing power to scientific research projects focused on solving complex calculations.
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CrowdStrike

Threat Actor Distributes Python-Based Information Stealer Using a Fake Falcon Sensor Update Lure

Jul 23, 2024 By Counter Adversary Operations In CrowdStrike
On July 23, 2024, CrowdStrike Intelligence identified a malicious ZIP file containing a Python-based information stealer now tracked as Connecio. A threat actor distributed this file days after the July 19, 2024, single content update for CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor — which impacted Windows operating systems — was identified and a fix was deployed. The ZIP file uses the filename CrowdStrike Falcon.zip in an attempt to masquerade as a Falcon update.
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securitysenses

Cyber Threats in TON: How to Identify and Mitigate Risks

Jul 23, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
The Open Network (TON) is an innovative blockchain platform designed to enable a new era of decentralized applications and services. With its growing popularity, TON has attracted not only developers and users but also cybercriminals seeking to exploit its vulnerabilities. Understanding the potential cyber threats within the TON ecosystem is crucial for users and developers alike to safeguard their assets and data. In this blog post, we will delve into the various cyber threats facing TON, explore how to identify these risks, and provide strategies to mitigate them effectively.
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Rubrik

The Road to Resilience: Establishing a Minimum Viable Business through Rubrik Security Cloud

Jul 22, 2024 By Mike Preston In Rubrik
In the fast-paced and interconnected world of business, the continuity of operations after a cyber attack is paramount. Many companies today are embracing the concepts of Minimum Viable Business/Company (MVB/C) as a key strategy in ensuring that their core business applications and processes are able to survive in the face of adversity.
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foresiet

SocGholish Malware Exploits BOINC Project for Covert Cyberattacks

Jul 22, 2024 By Foresiet In Foresiet
The SocGholish malware, also known as FakeUpdates, has resurfaced with new tactics that leverage the BOINC (Berkeley Open Infrastructure Network Computing Client) platform for nefarious purposes. This sophisticated JavaScript downloader malware is now delivering a remote access trojan, AsyncRAT, and utilizing BOINC in a covert cyberattack campaign. This blog will delve into the specifics of this exploit, the implications for cybersecurity, and measures to mitigate the risks.
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foresiet

New Linux Variant of Play Ransomware Targeting VMware ESXi Systems

Jul 22, 2024 By Foresiet In Foresiet
In a recent development, cybersecurity researchers have identified a new Linux variant of the notorious Play ransomware, also known as Balloonfly and PlayCrypt. This variant specifically targets VMware ESXi environments, signaling a strategic expansion by the threat actors behind it. Trend Micro's report published on Friday highlights the potential for a broader victim pool and more effective ransom negotiations as a result of this evolution.
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CrowdStrike

Threat Actor Uses Fake CrowdStrike Recovery Manual to Deliver Unidentified Stealer

Jul 22, 2024 By Counter Adversary Operations In CrowdStrike
On July 22, 2024, CrowdStrike Intelligence identified a Word document containing macros that download an unidentified stealer now tracked as Daolpu. The document impersonates a Microsoft recovery manual.1 Initial analysis suggests the activity is likely criminal.
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