Vishing via Microsoft Teams Facilitates DarkGate Malware Intrusion

December 13, 2024 at 03:04AM Trend Micro researchers examined a social engineering attack where an attacker impersonated a client during a Microsoft Teams call. The victim was tricked into downloading AnyDesk, allowing remote access, which facilitated the installation of DarkGate malware. The attack was ultimately stopped before any data exfiltration occurred, highlighting security vulnerabilities. **Meeting … Read more

Cultivating a Hacker Mindset in Cybersecurity Defense

December 12, 2024 at 10:06AM The commentary highlights the decline of the hacker spirit among security professionals, who now often lack genuine curiosity and creativity. Instead of using automated tools, security teams must understand attackers’ motivations and tactics. Building a hacker mindset through mentorship and hands-on experience is crucial for effective defense against evolving threats. … Read more

MITRE ATT&CK 2024 Results for Enterprise Security

December 11, 2024 at 12:20PM MITRE’s latest evaluation challenges security vendors to demonstrate their protection capabilities against modern attacks, focusing on ransomware and DPRK threats targeting Windows, Linux, and macOS. Trend Vision One achieved impressive detection rates but faced challenges in blocking all threats. The evaluations guide improvement and reinforce the importance of vigilance in … Read more

Cybersecurity Lessons From 3 Public Breaches

December 11, 2024 at 10:59AM In the first half of 2024, over 9,000 cyber incidents occurred, highlighting cybersecurity as a business priority. CEOs emphasize security investments but remain concerned about effective threat mitigation. Key lessons include the importance of strong password policies, limitations of multifactor authentication, and addressing human errors to enhance overall cybersecurity resilience. … Read more

Webinar Today: Inside a Hacker’s Playbook – How Cybercriminals Use Deepfakes

December 10, 2024 at 08:19AM Join SecurityWeek on December 10th at 1:00 PM ET for a session featuring Rachel Tobac and Mahmood Khan, focusing on how cybercriminals use social engineering, deepfake technology, and BEC to steal funds. Learn about attack methods, emerging threats, and actionable defense strategies for your organization. ### Meeting Notes Summary: Cybersecurity … Read more

Spotting the Charlatans: Red Flags for Enterprise Security Teams

December 4, 2024 at 07:25AM The text discusses the presence of talented security professionals versus charlatans in teams. While genuine members contribute positively, charlatans disrupt morale and progress through tactics like targeting, cutting down peers, and overpromising. Recognizing these behaviors is essential to mitigating their impact and maintaining team integrity. ### Meeting Takeaways on Identifying … Read more

KnowBe4 Releases the Latest Phishing Trends in Q3 2024 Phishing Report

December 3, 2024 at 05:39PM KnowBe4’s Q3 2024 Phishing Report highlights the dominance of HR and IT-related phishing emails, comprising 48.6% of the most clicked phishing types. It emphasizes the increasing sophistication of phishing strategies, including QR code attacks, and stresses the need for a trained workforce to combat these prevalent cyber threats. **Meeting Takeaways: … Read more

Flying Under the Radar – Security Evasion Techniques

November 25, 2024 at 07:33AM Phishing and malware evasion techniques have evolved significantly, becoming more sophisticated over the years. Hackers employ various strategies, including anti-research techniques and complex redirection methods, to bypass security measures. Ongoing adaptation between attackers and defenders highlights the importance of phishing training, credential monitoring, and advanced threat detection solutions. ### Meeting … Read more

Here’s what happens if you don’t layer network security – or remove unused web shells

November 21, 2024 at 08:18PM The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) simulated a cyber attack on a critical infrastructure provider, exploiting vulnerabilities to gain extensive access. They highlighted lessons learned, emphasizing the need for better detection controls, ongoing staff training, and leadership to prioritize addressing known vulnerabilities to prevent future breaches. ### Meeting Notes … Read more

‘Water Barghest’ Sells Hijacked IoT Devices for Proxy Botnet Misuse

November 20, 2024 at 09:39AM The cybercriminal group “Water Barghest” exploits vulnerabilities in IoT devices to create proxy botnets, already compromising over 20,000 devices. Using automated scripts and proprietary malware, they sell these devices on a residential proxy marketplace. This poses significant security challenges, prompting the need for enhanced IoT protection measures. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. … Read more