Hackers Exploit ConnectWise ScreenConnect Flaws to Deploy TODDLERSHARK Malware

North Korean threat actors have exploited the recently disclosed security flaws in ConnectWise ScreenConnect to deploy a new malware called TODDLERSHARK. According to a report shared by Kroll with The Hacker News, TODDLERSHARK overlaps with known Kimsuky malware such as BabyShark and ReconShark...

Metasploit Weekly Wrap-Up 03/01/2024

Connect the dots from authentication bypass to remote code execution This week, our very own sfewer-r7 added a new exploit module that leverages an authentication bypass vulnerability in ConnectWise ScreenConnect to achieve remote code execution. This vulnerability, CVE-2024-1709, affects all...

FBI Warns U.S. Healthcare Sector of Targeted BlackCat Ransomware Attacks

The U.S. government is warning about the resurgence of BlackCat aka ALPHV ransomware attacks targeting the healthcare sector as recently as this month. "Since mid-December 2023, of the nearly 70 leaked victims, the healthcare sector has been the most commonly victimized," the government said in a...

A week in security (February 19 – February 25)

Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Joomla! patches XSS flaws that could lead to remote code execution Update now! ConnectWise ScreenConnect vulnerability needs your attention Why ransomware gangs love using RMM tools—and how to stop them Signal to shield user phone numbers by default Vibrator virus...

ConnectWise ScreenConnect Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution

This module exploits an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows an unauthenticated attacker to create a new administrator user account on a vulnerable ConnectWise ScreenConnect server. The attacker can leverage this to achieve RCE by uploading a malicious extension module. All versions of...

ConnectWise ScreenConnect 23.9.7 Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution

This module requires Metasploit: https://metasploit.com/download Current source: https://github.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework class MetasploitModule 'ConnectWise ScreenConnect Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution', 'Description' = %q This module exploits an authentication bypass vulnerability...

Update now! ConnectWise ScreenConnect vulnerability needs your attention

ConnectWise is warning self-hosted and on-premise customers that they need to take immediate action to remediate a critical vulnerability in its ScreenConnect remote desktop software. This software is typically used in data-centers and for remote assistance. Together ConnectWise’s partners manage...

Why ransomware gangs love using RMM tools—and how to stop them

One of the most alarming trends our ThreatDown Intelligence team has noticed lately is the increased exploitation of legitimate Remote Monitoring and Management RMM tools by ransomware gangs in their attacks. RMM software, such as AnyDesk, Atera, and Splashtop, are essential for IT administrators...

CISA Adds One Known Exploited ConnectWise Vulnerability, CVE-2024-1709, to Catalog

CISA has added one new vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog, based on evidence of active exploitation. CVE-2024-1709 ConnectWise ScreenConnect Authentication Bypass Vulnerability CISA urges organizations to review the ConnectWise Security Bulletin and apply the necessary...

ConnectWise ScreenConnect Service < 23.9.8 Multiple Vulnerabilities

According to its version, the ConnectWise ScreenConnect Service remote access software installed on the remote Windows host is prior to 23.9.8. It is, therefore affected by multiple vulnerabilities: - A path-traversal vulnerability which may allow an attacker the ability to execute remote code or...

ConnectWise ScreenConnect HTTP Detection

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ConnectWise ScreenConnect Service Installed (Windows)

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VulnCheck KEV: CVE-2024-1708

ConnectWise ScreenConnect 23.9.7 and prior are affected by path-traversal vulnerability, which may allow an attacker the ability to execute remote code or directly impact confidential data or critical systems...

ConnectWise ScreenConnect Service < 23.9.8 Authentication Bypass (Direct Check)

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The vulnerability of the ConnectWise ScreenConnect remote access software lies in the incorrect restriction on the path name to the restricted directory. This allows a perpetrator to execute arbitrary code.

The vulnerability of the ConnectWise ScreenConnect remote access software lies in improper restrictions on the path name to the restricted directory. Exploiting this vulnerability allows a malicious actor operating remotely to execute arbitrary code...

ConnectWise ScreenConnect Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

ConnectWise ScreenConnect contains an authentication bypass vulnerability that allows an attacker with network access to the management interface to create a new, administrator-level account on affected devices...

CVE-2024-1709

ConnectWise ScreenConnect 23.9.7 and prior are affected by an Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel vulnerability, which may allow an attacker direct access to confidential information or critical systems...

CVE-2024-1708

ConnectWise ScreenConnect 23.9.7 and prior are affected by path-traversal vulnerability, which may allow an attacker the ability to execute remote code or directly impact confidential data or critical systems...

CVE-2024-1709

ConnectWise ScreenConnect 23.9.7 and prior are affected by an Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel vulnerability, which may allow an attacker direct access to confidential information or critical systems...

CVE-2024-1708

ConnectWise ScreenConnect 23.9.7 and prior are affected by path-traversal vulnerability, which may allow an attacker the ability to execute remote code or directly impact confidential data or critical systems...