Attacks, Vulnerabilities and Actors 01 to 07 July 2024

For a detailed threat digest, download the pdf file here Summary HiveForce Labs has recently made substantial advancements in identifying cybersecurity threats. In just the past week, HiveForce Labs detected eleven executed attacks, reported five vulnerabilities, and identified three active...

Stealer Malwares Delivered Through Malicious Ads and Bogus Websites

Summary: Two distinct stealer malware programs, including Atomic Stealer, are being distributed to Apple macOS users through deceptive advertisements and counterfeit websites. These recent attacks have successfully infected victims macOS devices with infostealers. Threat Level - Red | Attack Repo...

Attacks, Vulnerabilities and Actors 25 to 31 March 2024

For a detailed threat digest, download the pdf file here Summary HiveForce Labs recently made several significant discoveries in the realm of cybersecurity threats. In the past week alone, a total of twelve attacks were executed, ten vulnerabilities were uncovered, and two active adversaries were...

UNC5174 Functions as an Initial Access Broker, Exploiting Vulnerabilities

Summary: UNC5174, a threat actor believed to be associated with China, has been identified exploiting various vulnerabilities and deploying custom tools such as SNOWLIGHT, GOHEAVY, and GOREVERSE for post-exploitation activities. These tools enable UNC5174 to carry out sophisticated cyber...

Evil Ant The Python-Powered Ransomware

Summary: Evil Ant Ransomware, a sophisticated Python-based malware compiled with PyInstaller, operates covertly by hiding its console window and executing tasks discreetly. It aims to gain access to critical system functions and encrypt secured files. Threat Level - Amber | Attack Report For a...

Attacks, Vulnerabilities and Actors 18 to 24 March 2024

For a detailed threat digest, download the pdf file here Summary HiveForce Labs recently made several significant discoveries in the realm of cybersecurity threats. In the past week alone, a total of fifteen attacks were executed, eight vulnerabilities were uncovered, and five active adversaries...

Unveiling AcidPour Evolution of Destructive Malware Targeting Ukraine

Summary: AcidPour, a variant of the destructive AcidRain wiper malware previously used during the Russia-Ukraine conflict, signals a heightened threat to Ukraines critical infrastructure. By targeting Linux UBI and DM logic, AcidPour poses a significant risk to large storage devices and RAID...

Critical Flaw In Ivanti Standalone Sentry Leads To Remote Code Execution

Summary: Ivanti Standalone Sentry has been identified as vulnerable to a critical remote code execution flaw, tracked as CVE-2023-41724. Exploiting this vulnerability, a remote attacker could gain unauthorized access to the target system and execute arbitrary commands. Threat Level - Red |...

Operation PhantomBlu Deploys NetSupport RAT via OLE Template

Summary: Under the guise of Operation PhantomBlu, a new phishing campaign is aimed at American companies with the goal of deploying the remote access trojan NetSupport RAT. By utilising OLE template manipulation, the PhantomBlu operation presents a sophisticated exploitation technique. This...

The Evolution of DEEP#GOSU Attack Campaign by Kimsuky Group

Summary: A sophisticated multi-stage attack campaign linked to the North Korean Kimsuky group, dubbed DEEPGOSU. Using PowerShell and VBScript, the attackers leverage remote access trojan RAT software for full control over infected hosts, while employing legitimate services like Dropbox for comman...

Critical Flaw In WordPress Plugins Poses Risk Of Site Takeover

Summary: A critical security vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-2172 in WordPress, urges users utilizing miniOranges Malware Scanner and Web Application Firewall plugins to uninstall these plugins from their websites. This vulnerability enables unauthorized attackers to gain administrative...

Critical XSS Flaw Discovered in WP Statistics Impacting 600K Sites

Summary: A critical Cross-Site Scripting XSS vulnerability CVE-2024-2194 in WP Statistics plugin, allowing attackers to inject malicious code via the URL parameter. With over 600,000 installations, the flaw poses severe risks, enabling unauthorized script execution and potential data theft or sit...

Malware Concealed Within PDFs for Data Theft

Summary: In a recently observed campaign an infostealer masquerading as the Adobe Reader installer was being distributed. The file is being distributed by the threat actor in PDF format, luring people to download and execute it, collecting sensitive information. Threat Level - Amber | Attack Repo...

Microsoft’s March 2024 Patch Tuesday Addresses 60 Vulnerabilities

Summary: Microsofts March 2024 Patch Tuesday addresses 60 vulnerabilities, including two critical vulnerabilities, spanning various products like Office, Exchange Server, and Windows Kernel. Critical flaws in Windows Hyper-V CVE-2024-21407 and CVE-2024-21408 require immediate attention to mitigat...

Critical Vulnerabilities Discovered in TeamCity, Enable Server Takeover

Summary: Two vulnerabilities in the JetBrains TeamCity On-Premises software have been discovered CVE-2024-27198 and CVE-2024-27199. Threat actors may attempt to take advantage of these vulnerabilities in order to breach and gain control of the impacted systems leading to system compromise. Threat...

BlackCat’s Resurgence Despite Law Enforcement Disruptions

Summary: Blackcat, a sophisticated Ransomware-as-a-Service operation, infiltrates networks using advanced social engineering and remote access tools, offering triple extortion tactics and cyber remediation advice for ransom payment, and resurged after a December 2023 disruption, causing widesprea...

Unmasking Doppelgänger: Russia’s Disinformation Campaign Revealed

Summary: Doppelgänger, a suspected Russia-aligned influence operation network targeting German audiences with propaganda and disinformation, potentially aiming to sway opinions ahead of elections. Doppelgänger employs coordinated social media activities and a dynamic infrastructure to maximize it...

LockBit’s Resurgence After Operation Cronos

Summary: LockBit ransomware, previously known as "ABCD," remains a significant threat despite the recent takedown of its operations by global law enforcement. It reemerged within 4 days and its Affiliates were found exploiting vulnerabilities in ScreenConnect to install LockBit ransomware and...

Roundcube Webmail Faces Unrelenting Exploitation

Summary: The Roundcube email server vulnerability, identified as CVE-2023-43770 and previously mitigated in September 2023, is currently being actively exploited. This flaw enables attackers to gain access to restricted information, with potential repercussions including sensitive data theft, use...

Earth Preta’s DOPLUGS Leaves its Mark in Asia

Summary: The Chinese threat actor, Earth Preta, strategically targeted numerous Asian countries by employing a customized version of the PlugX backdoor known as DOPLUGS. This sophisticated threat was allegedly revealed during the SMUGX campaign in July 2023. Threat Level - Red | Attack Report For...