CVE-2021-23002

The CVE-2021-23002 entry is supported by connected documents: BIG-IP APM and APM Client are affected; the issue exposes the session ID in the f5vpn.exe command line when VPN is launched from a browser on Windows. Root cause: session ID leakage in the VPN workflow across multiple BIG-IP release li...

Hackers are implanting multiple backdoors at industrial targets in Japan

Cybersecurity researchers on Tuesday disclosed details of a sophisticated campaign that deploys malicious backdoors for the purpose of exfiltrating information from a number of industry sectors located in Japan. Dubbed "A41APT" by Kaspersky researchers, the findings delve into a new slew of attac...

APT10: sophisticated multi-layered loader Ecipekac discovered in A41APT campaign

Why is the campaign called A41APT? In 2019, we observed an APT campaign targeting multiple industries, including the Japanese manufacturing industry and its overseas operations, that was designed to steal information. We named the campaign A41APT not APT41 which is derived from the host name...

The one reason your iPhone needs a VPN

For years, Apple has marketed its iPhone as the more secure, more private option when compared to other smart phones, which do not, by default, include an end-to-end encrypted messaging app, warn users repeatedly about app location requests, or provide a privacy-forward Single Sign-On feature. Bu...

Why you need to trust your VPN: Lock and Code S02E05

This week on Lock and Code, we discuss the top security headlines generated right here on Labs. In addition, we speak to Malwarebytes senior security researcher JP Taggart about the importance of trusting your VPN. Youve likely heard the benefits of using a VPN: You can watch TV shows restricted ...

Information disclosure

Information leak vulnerability in the Agent Handler of McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator ePO prior to 5.10 Update 10 allows an unauthenticated user to download McAfee product packages specifically McAfee Agent available in ePO repository and install them on their own machines to have it managed and the...

CVE-2021-23890

CVE-2021-23890 (McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator) : An information-disclosure flaw in the ePO Agent Handler allows an unauthenticated attacker in a DMZ-enabled setup to download McAfee Agent packages from the ePO repository and obtain policy details from the ePO server. Affected: McAfee ePO prior to 5...

CVE-2021-23890 McAfee ePO Information Leak vulnerability

Information leak vulnerability in the Agent Handler of McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator ePO prior to 5.10 Update 10 allows an unauthenticated user to download McAfee product packages specifically McAfee Agent available in ePO repository and install them on their own machines to have it managed and the...

Sophos Connect Client Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Sophos Sophos Connect client is an IPsec remote access VPN application from Sophos UK. A security vulnerability exists in Sophos Connect Client versions prior to 2.1, which can be exploited by malicious websites to remotely execute code in Sophos Connect Client. The vulnerability can be exploited...

Security update for connman (moderate)

openSUSE Security Update: Security update for connman Announcement ID: openSUSE-SU-2021:0452-1 Rating: moderate References: 1181751 Cross-References: CVE-2021-26675 CVE-2021-26676 CVSS scores: CVE-2021-26675 NVD : 8.8 CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H CVE-2021-26676 NVD : 6.5...

Latest Mirai Variant Targets SonicWall, D-Link and IoT Devices

A new variant of the Mirai botnet has been discovered targeting a slew of vulnerabilities in unpatched D-Link, Netgear and SonicWall devices — as well as never-before-seen flaws in unknown internet-of-things IoT gadgets. Since Feb. 16, the new variant has been targeting six known vulnerabilities ...

The Malwarebytes 2021 State of Malware report: Lock and Code S02E04

This week on Lock and Code, we discuss the top security headlines generated right here on Labs. In addition, we tune in to a special presentation from Adam Kujawa about the 2021 State of Malware report, which analyzed the top cybercrime goals of 2020 amidst the global pandemic. If you just pay...

Act Against Geopiracy with Enhanced Proxy Detection

Widespread Use of Location Spoofing to Circumvent Territorial Content Restrictions Is the image below relatable? According to the description, the service is a VPN desktop application and proxy browser extension that helps viewers mask their physical location, circumvent censorship, and restore...

5 common VPN myths busted

Virtual Private Networks VPNs are popular but often misunderstood. There are many misconceptions about them—misconceptions that may be stopping people from adding a useful layer to their security and privacy defenses. So, let’s do some myth busting. 1. VPNs are for illegal activity Some people...

F5 BIG-IP Security Bypass Vulnerability (CNVD-2021-17197)

F5 BIG-IP is an application delivery platform from F5 USA that integrates network traffic management, application security management, load balancing and other functions. A security bypass vulnerability exists in F5 BIG-IP, which can be exploited by an attacker to bypass data access restrictions...

Weak password vulnerability in SECCN G20 VPN of Guangzhou Dingcheng Information Technology Company Limited (CNVD-2021-22989)

Guangzhou Dingcheng Information Technology Co., Ltd DCT is one of the earliest high-tech enterprises engaged in the research and development of information security products in China. Ltd. SECCN G20 VPN has a weak password vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers to obtain sensitive...

Siemens SCALANCE and RUGGEDCOM Devices SSH (Update A)

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY CVSS v3 8.6 ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low attack complexity Vendor: Siemens Equipment: SCALANCE and RUGGEDCOM Devices Vulnerability: Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts 2. UPDATE INFORMATION This updated advisory is a follow-up to the original...

Siemens SCALANCE and SIMATIC libcurl

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY CVSS v3 7.5 ATTENTION: Exploitable remotely/low skill level to exploit Vendor: Siemens Equipment: SCALANCE and SIMATIC Vulnerability: Out-of-bounds Read 2. RISK EVALUATION Successful exploitation of this third-party vulnerability could allow an attacker to cause a...

A week in security (March 1 – 7)

Last week on Malwarebytes Labs, our podcast featured Eva Galperin who talked to us about defending online anonymity and speech. We wrote about how Ryuk ransomware has developed a worm-like capability, how Exchange servers are attacked by Hafnium zero-days, 21 million free VPN users’ data was...

Secomea GateManager Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability (CNVD-2021-15490)

GateManager is a VPN server from Secomea. A cross-site scripting vulnerability exists in the web GUI of Secomea GateManager versions prior to 9.4. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability to inject arbitrary javascript code...