AnyDesk Shares More Information on Recent Hack

February 9, 2024 at 04:09PM AnyDesk disclosed details about a recent hacker attack, revealing the breach was discovered in mid-January with initial intrusion occurring in late December 2023. The company confirmed no evidence of malicious software being distributed to customers and is revoking certificates and pushing out software updates. It also enforced a password reset … Read more

AnyDesk Compromised, Passwords Revoked

February 5, 2024 at 04:52PM AnyDesk announced its production systems have been compromised, leading to plans for certificate revocation and password resets. The company assured that end user devices were unaffected and that it is collaborating with law enforcement agencies. AnyDesk advised customers to update passwords and confirmed that it is safe to use its … Read more

AnyDesk Hacked: Popular Remote Desktop Software Mandates Password Reset

February 4, 2024 at 12:19PM On Feb 3, 2024, AnyDesk reported a cyber attack, compromising its production systems. The German company revoked security certificates, urged password changes, and recommended downloading new software versions. No evidence of end-user system effects was found. Cybersecurity firm Resecurity discovered threat actors selling customer credentials for potential scams, prompting concerns … Read more

New Malvertising Campaign Distributing PikaBot Disguised as Popular Software

December 19, 2023 at 06:33AM The PikaBot malware loader, previously distributed through malspam campaigns, has now been linked to malvertising targeting users seeking software like AnyDesk. It operates as a backdoor, enabling unauthorized remote access and delivery of other malicious tools. PikaBot is employed by threat actors, including TA577, using sophisticated techniques to evade detection … Read more

Everest cybercriminals offer corporate insiders cold, hard cash for remote access

October 12, 2023 at 09:57AM The Everest ransomware group is seeking to recruit corporate insiders to gain access to corporate networks directly. The group is offering a percentage of the profits from successful attacks to those who assist in the initial intrusion, promising transparency and confidentiality. Everest is specifically targeting organizations in the US, Canada, … Read more