Oct 10 2023
Welcome to Gone Phishing, your daily cybersecurity newsletter that shuts the door on cyber crime, same as Netflix has just done with its DVD rental business #endofanera ????????
Today’s hottest cybersecurity news stories:
⚡ Danger, danger, high voltage: Flaws in ConnectedIO’s 3G/4G routers via IoT ????
???? Introducing EvilProxy: Phishing Kit targets senior executives in U.S. firms ????
???? Israeli attacked on every front: Gaza cybercriminals target energy sector ????????
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Hey there, cyber squad! ???? We’ve got some alarming news to share about potential security risks ????. Multiple high-severity vulnerabilities have been discovered in ConnectedIO’s ER2000 edge routers and their cloud-based management platform, posing serious threats ????.
???? What’s the issue?
These vulnerabilities could allow malicious actors to execute malicious code and access sensitive data ????. Bad actors could fully compromise the cloud infrastructure, remotely execute code, and leak customer and device information ????️♂️. This affects 3G/4G routers, potentially exposing internal networks to severe threats ????.
????️ How does it work?
Attackers could exploit these flaws to remotely control, intercept traffic, and infiltrate Extended Internet of Things (XIoT) devices ????. The vulnerabilities affect ConnectedIO platform versions v2.1.0 and earlier, including the 4G ER2000 edge router and cloud services.
???? MQTT Protocol Issues
Issues in the MQTT communication protocol include hard-coded authentication credentials, enabling rogue device registration and access to sensitive data ????. Attackers can impersonate devices and execute arbitrary commands through crafted MQTT messages ????.
???? CVE Identifiers:
CVE-2023-33375: Stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability
CVE-2023-33376: Argument injection vulnerability in ip tables command
CVE-2023-33377: OS command injection vulnerability in set firewall command
CVE-2023-33378: Argument injection vulnerability in AT command message
❗ Serious Consequences
These vulnerabilities could disrupt businesses, production, and internal networks of companies worldwide ????.
???? Wider Implications
ConnectedIO isn’t the only one facing security issues. Synology, Western Digital, and Baker Hughes’ Bently Nevada 3500 rack model have also reported vulnerabilities that could pose significant threats ????♂️.
Stay vigilant, update your systems, and ensure your digital fortress remains secure! ????
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Beware, folks! A fresh phishing campaign is on the rise, specifically targeting senior executives in U.S. organisations ????????. This sneaky operation is using the EvilProxy toolkit to snatch credentials and take over accounts ????.
???? When did it start?
This wave of cyberattacks began in July 2023 and is mainly hitting sectors like banking, finance, insurance, real estate, and manufacturing ????????.
???? The Trick
The bad actors exploit a vulnerability on ‘indeed.com,’ redirecting victims to fake Microsoft pages to steal their info. Sneaky, right? ????
???? What’s EvilProxy?
EvilProxy is a crafty reverse proxy that stands between you and a legit login page, intercepting credentials, 2FA codes, and session cookies. It’s a hacker’s dream tool for hijacking accounts ????️♂️.
???? Who Are the Culprits?
Microsoft calls these cybercriminals Storm-0835, with hundreds of customers paying monthly fees ranging from $200 to $1,000 for their phishing services ????️.
???? How the Attack Works
Victims receive phishing emails with tricky links leading to Indeed, which then redirects them to EvilProxy pages to steal their login details. This happens thanks to an open redirect flaw ????.
???? In-Depth Look
The subdomain ‘t.indeed.com’ is manipulated to redirect users to a target site. In an attack, victims end up on a phishing page instead of the intended destination ????.
???? Stay Alert!
Hackers are getting craftier, even using Dropbox to create fake login pages that redirect to bogus sites for Microsoft credential theft. It’s a tough battle, but we need to stay vigilant! ????
???? Protect Yourself
Always double-check URLs, enable two-factor authentication, and be cautious with emails and attachments. Stay safe out there! ????
???? The Motley Fool: “Fool me once, shame on — shame on you. Fool me — you can’t get fooled again.” Good ol’ George Dubya ???? Let us tell who’s not fooling around though; that’s the Crüe ???? at Motley Fool. You’d be a fool (alright, enough already! ????) not to check out their Share Tips from time to time so your savings can one day emerge from their cocoon as a beautiful butterfly! ???? Kidding aside, if you check out their website they’ve actually got a ton of great content with a wide variety of different investment ideas to suit most budgets ???? (LINK)
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Heads up, cybersecurity warriors! A Gaza-based threat actor known as Storm-1133 has been linked to a series of cyber attacks targeting Israeli energy, defence, and telecom sectors. Microsoft recently uncovered these malicious activities ????️♂️.
???? Group Affiliation
Storm-1133 is believed to further the interests of Hamas, a militant group in Gaza. They primarily target organisations seen as hostile to Hamas, including Israeli energy and defence sectors, as well as Fatah-affiliated entities in the West Bank ????.
???? Attack Method
This group uses a mix of social engineering and LinkedIn fake profiles posing as Israeli HR managers and developers. They send phishing messages, gather information, and deliver malware to employees in Israeli organisations. Sneaky, right? ????
???? Third-Party Infiltration
Storm-1133 also tries to infiltrate third-party organisations with ties to Israeli targets. They deploy backdoors and use Google Drive to update their command-and-control infrastructure, keeping them a step ahead of defences ????️.
⚔️ Escalation in Conflict
These cyberattacks coincide with heightened tensions in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Hacktivist groups like Ghosts of Palestine are targeting government websites and IT systems in Israel, the U.S., and India. About 70 such incidents have been reported, primarily targeting U.S.-aligned nations ????.
???? Shifting Threat Landscape
Nation-state threats have evolved towards espionage campaigns, with the U.S., Ukraine, Israel, and South Korea among the most targeted nations. Iranian and North Korean actors are becoming more sophisticated, closing the gap with Russia and China ????.
???? Stay Vigilant
As cyber threats evolve, it’s crucial to stay vigilant. Use strong security measures, watch out for phishing, and keep your systems updated to stay one step ahead of the cyber game! ????
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