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TODDLERSHARK: ScreenConnect Vulnerability Exploited to Deploy BABYSHARK Variant

The Kroll CTI team observed a campaign using a new malware that appears to be very similar to BABYSHARK, previously reported to have been developed and used by the APT group Kimsuky (KTA082). The malware was deployed as part of an attempted compromise that was detected and stopped by the Kroll Responder team. The activity started with exploitation of a recently addressed authentication bypass in the remote desktop software ScreenConnect, developed by ConnectWise.

The Need For Cybersecurity in Agriculture

Agriculture, a fundamental aspect of human civilization, plays an important role in global economic stability, contributing 4% to the global GDP. This sector not only provides food, but also supplies vital raw materials for various industries and drives economic development through job creation and trade facilitation.

The Role of Security Configuration Management (SCM) in Preventing Cyberattacks

In the intricate realm of cybersecurity, the relentless surge of cyber threats demands a constant reassessment of defensive strategies. Amidst this dynamic landscape, a subtle yet indispensable player takes center stage — Security Configuration Management (SCM). This blog embarks on an insightful journey into the critical role played by SCM in the ongoing battle against cyberattacks, shedding light on its ability to pinpoint and rectify system misconfigurations.

What Are Command and Control Attacks?

In today's expanding cyber threat landscape, infiltrating a system goes beyond unauthorized access or malware installation. To achieve their ultimate objectives, cybercriminals need to maintain an undetected presence in the system or network to control or extract data according to their needs. Command and Control attacks, also known as C&C or C2 attacks, create a covert link between the compromised system and a C2 server.

5 security best practices for adopting generative AI code assistants like GitHub Copilot

Not that long ago, AI was generally seen as a futuristic idea that seemed like something out of a sci-fi film. Movies like Her and Ex Machina even warned us that AI could be a Pandora's box that, once opened, could have unexpected outcomes. How things have changed since then, thanks in large part to ChatGPT’s accessibility and adoption!

Scaling Third-Party Risk Management Despite the Odds

Despite best efforts to accommodate third-party risk management (TPRM) processes that correspond with increased use of third-party vendors, incident outcomes seem to grow as well. The 2023 global average cost of a data breach was USD $4.45M, a 2.3% year over year increase. In the United States, the average cost of a breach is higher at USD $9.48M.

Always Learning Embracing Agility and Growth in Every Nugget of Knowledge || Razorthorn Security

In this video, we delve into the power of continuous learning and its impact on personal growth and agility. Whether it's through hands-on experience, reading, or engaging in conversations, there's always something new to discover. Stay tuned as we explore the value of being receptive to diverse perspectives and how every piece of information, no matter how small, contributes to our adaptability and responsiveness.

See Falcon For IT in Action

Falcon for IT, part of CrowdStrike's cloud-native cybersecurity platform, empowers IT teams with advanced visibility and control over their digital assets through generative AI, natural language processing, and a comprehensive query language. This solution streamlines fleet management, compliance, and performance monitoring across all operating systems by offering instant insights and automated actions for rapid issue resolution and improved ROI. Experience how Falcon for IT enhances operational efficiency and bridges IT and security workflows with integrated, automated solutions in this video.