Source In a recent threat hunt, Datadog Security Labs uncovered sophisticated attacker activity stemming from a leaked, long-term AWS access key (AKIA*). Within a mere 150-minute window, five distinct IP addresses were observed attempting to leverage this compromised key, executing various malicious techniques, tactics, and procedures (TTPs). This incident brought to light several previously unreported Read More …
Category: Computers
CAA – Certification Authority Authorization
A CAA record is a type of DNS (Domain Name System) record that helps improve the security of a domain by specifying which certificate authorities (CAs) are allowed to issue SSL/TLS certificates for that domain. To understand this better, let’s break it down: What is DNS? DNS is like the phonebook of the internet. It Read More …
The Key Benefits of Containers and Kubernetes for Organizations
Unlocking Efficiency Containers and Kubernetes offer numerous advantages for organizations, significantly enhancing application development and deployment processes. One of the primary benefits is agile application development, as containers simplify packaging and facilitate rapid deployment. This allows for frequent application builds, quick software releases, and granular rollbacks, ultimately improving top-line growth and customer experience. Another key Read More …
Kubernetes Ingress Controller’s fake certificate
A Kubernetes Ingress Controller’s fake certificate is a security issue because it’s a self-signed certificate, which is not trusted by web browsers or other clients. This means that users will encounter certificate warnings or errors when trying to access your application, and the Ingress Controller is not providing secure communication. Here’s why it’s a problem: Not Trusted: Read More …
ENIAD – Endpoint, Network, Identity, Application, Data
Overview of ENIAD The ENIAD framework provides a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity by focusing on five critical areas that organizations must protect to ensure a robust security posture. Each component addresses specific aspects of security, enabling organizations to detect, respond to, and mitigate threats effectively. 1. Endpoint Endpoints refer to devices that connect to the Read More …
YES3 Scanner: Bolstering Amazon S3 Security
Fog Security has released YES3 Scanner, an open-source tool designed to address critical Amazon S3 security misconfigurations and enhance ransomware prevention. This tool emerges amidst a heightened focus on supply-chain attacks, cloud ransomware, and cryptocurrency attacks exploiting compromised S3 static website hosting, aiming to overcome limitations found in existing security solutions. YES3 Scanner meticulously evaluates Read More …
SID – Security Identifier
A Security Identifier (SID) is a unique, variable-length alphanumeric string assigned by an operating system (OS), like Windows, to every security principal. A security principal can be a user, group, computer, or process that can be authenticated by the OS. SIDs are fundamental to how these systems manage access to resources. Here’s a more detailed Read More …
The Open-Source Arsenal of Ivanti CSA Attackers
Recent forensic investigations by Synacktiv’s CSIRT have shed light on the common open-source tools leveraged by threat actors in incidents stemming from compromised Ivanti Cloud Services Appliance (CSA) devices. While initial access often exploited zero-day vulnerabilities in Ivanti CSA (CVE-2024-8963, CVE-2024-8190, CVE-2024-9380, CVE-2024-9379), subsequent attack stages frequently utilized publicly available, and sometimes “noisy,” tools for Read More …
Conference Video – Fundamentals – Distressingly Overlooked – David Elfering
In an era increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence (AI), the fundamentals of cybersecurity remain critically important for IT professionals. As organizations integrate AI technologies into their operations, the attack surface expands, creating new vulnerabilities that can be exploited by cyber criminals. Understanding core cybersecurity principles—such as risk management, threat detection, and incident response—enables IT teams Read More …
A Beginner’s Guide to Containers and Kubernetes in IT
What Are Containers and Kubernetes? Imagine you’re moving. Instead of packing individual items loosely, you put everything for your kitchen into one box, label it, and seal it. That’s essentially what a container does for software. It packages an application and all its dependencies (like libraries and settings) into a single, isolated unit. This ensures Read More …