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From PowerShell to a Python Obfuscation Race! This information stealer not only emulates a PDF document convincingly, but also includes its own Python environment for Windows https://isc.sans.edu/diary/From%20PowerShell%20to%20a%20Python%20Obfuscation%20Race!/31634 Alleged Active Exploit Sale of CVE-2024-55591 on Fortinet Devices An exploit for this week's Fortinet vulnerability is for sale on russian forums. Fortinet also requires patching of devices without cloud license within seven days of patch release https://x.com/MonThreat/status/1884577840185643345 https://community.fortinet.com/t5/Support-Forum/Firmware-upgrade-policy/td-p/373376 The Tainted Voyage: Uncovering Voyager's Vulnerabilities Sonarcube identified vulnerabilities in the popular PHP package Voyager. One of them allows arbitrary file uploads. https://www.sonarsource.com/blog/the-tainted-voyage-uncovering-voyagers-vulnerabilities/ Hackers exploit critical unpatched flaw in Zyxel CPE devices A currently unpatches vulnerablity in Zyxel d

Learn about fileless crypto stealers written in Python, the ongoing exploitation of recent SimpleHelp vulnerablities, new Apple Silicon Sidechannel attacks a Team Viewer Vulnerablity and an odd QR Code Fileless Python InfoStealer Targeting Exodus This Python script targets Exodus crypto wallet and password managers to steal crypto currencies. It does not save exfiltrated data in files, but keeps it in memory for exfiltration https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Fileless%20Python%20InfoStealer%20Targeting%20Exodus/31630 Campaign Exploiting SimpleHelp Vulnerablity Arcticwolf observed attacks exploiting SimpleHelp for initial access to networks. It has not been verified, but is assumed that vulnerabilities made public about a week ago are being exploited. https://arcticwolf.com/resources/blog-uk/arctic-wolf-observes-campaign-exploiting-simplehelp-rmm-software-initial-access/ Two new Side Channel Vulnerabilities in Apple Silicon SLAP (Data Speculation Attacks via Load Address Prediction): This attack exploits the Load

This episode shows how attackers are bypassing phishing filter by abusing the "shy" softhyphen HTML entitiy. We got an update from Apple fixing a 0-day vulnerability in addition to a number of other issues. watchTowr show how to exploit an interesting FortiOS vulnerability and we have patches for Github Desktop and Apache Solr An unusal shy z-wasp phish https://isc.sans.edu/diary/An%20unusual%20%22shy%20z-wasp%22%20phishing/31626 How the soft hyphen "shy" HTML entity can be abused to bypass e-mail filters Apple Patches https://support.apple.com/en-us/100100 Apple released patches for all of its operating systems, fixing a 0-day vulnerability among many others issues Get Fortirekt I am the Super_admin now https://labs.watchtowr.com/get-fortirekt-i-am-the-super_admin-now-fortios-authentication-bypass-cve-2024-55591/ Details about a recent FortiOS Vulnerability GitHub Desktop Vulnerability https://thehackernews.com/2025/01/github-desktop-vulnerability-risks.html Apache Solr Vulnerability https://solr.ap

Guest Diary: How Access Brokers Maintain Persistence Explore how cybercriminals utilize access brokers to persist within networks and the impact this has on organizational security. https://isc.sans.edu/forums/diary/Guest+Diary+How+Access+Brokers+Maintain+Persistence/31600/ Critical Vulnerability in Meta's Llama Stack (CVE-2024-50050) A deep dive into CVE-2024-50050, a critical vulnerability affecting Meta's Llama Stack, with exploitation details and mitigation strategies. https://www.oligo.security/blog/cve-2024-50050-critical-vulnerability-in-meta-llama-llama-stack ESXi Ransomware and SSH Tunneling Defense Strategies Learn how to fortify your infrastructure against ransomware targeting ESXi environments, focusing on SSH tunneling and proactive measures. https://www.sygnia.co/blog/esxi-ransomware-ssh-tunneling-defense-strategies/ Zyxel USG FLEX/ATP Series Application Signature Recovery Steps Addressing issues with Zyxel s USG FLEX/ATP Series application signatures as of January 24, 2025, with a detai

In today's episode, learn how an attacker attempted to exploit webmail XSS vulnerablities against us. Sonicwall released a critical patch fixing an already exploited vulnerability in its SMA 1000 appliance. Cisco fixed vulnerabilities in ClamAV and its Meeting Manager REST API. Learn from SANS.edu student Anthony Russo how to take advantage of AI for SOAR. XSS Attempts via E-Mail https://isc.sans.edu/diary/XSS%20Attempts%20via%20E-Mail/31620 An analysis of a recent surge in email-based XSS attack attempts targeting users and organizations. Learn the implications and mitigation techniques. SonicWall PSIRT Advisory: CVE-2025-23006 https://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-2025-0002 CVE-2025-23006 Details of a critical vulnerability in SonicWall appliances (SNWLID-2025-0002) and what you need to do to secure your systems. Cisco ClamAV Advisory: OLE2 Parsing Vulnerability https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-clamav-ole2-H549rphA A DoS vulnerabil

In today's episode, we start by talking about the PFSYNC protocol used to synchronize firewall states to support failover. Oracle released it's quarterly critical patch update. ESET is reporting about a critical VPN supply chain attack and CISA released guidance for victims of recent Ivanti related attacks. Catching CARP: Fishing for Firewall States in PFSync Traffic https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Catching%20CARP%3A%20Fishing%20for%20Firewall%20Stat%20es%20in%20PFSync%20Traffic/31616)** Discover how attackers exploit PFSync traffic to manipulate firewall states. This deep dive explores vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies in network defense. Oracle Critical Patch Update January 2025 https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2025.html)** Oracle's January 2025 patch release addresses numerous critical vulnerabilities across their product suite. Learn about key updates and how to secure your systems. PlushDaemon: Compromising the Supply Chain of a Korean VPN Service https://www.welivesecurity.com/e

This episodes covers how Starlink users can be geolocated and how Cloudflare may help deanonymize users. The increased use of AI helpers leads to leaking data via careless prompts. Geolocation and Starlink https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Geolocation%20and%20Starlink/31612 Discover the potential geolocation risks associated with Starlink and how they might be exploited. This diary entry dives into new concerns for satellite internet users. Deanonymizing Users via Cloudflare https://gist.github.com/hackermondev/45a3cdfa52246f1d1201c1e8cdef6117 Deanonymizing users by identifying which cloudflare server cashed particular content Sage's AI Assistant and Customer Data Concerns https://www.theregister.com/2025/01/20/sage_copilot_data_issue/ Examine how a Sage AI tool inadvertently exposed sensitive customer data, raising questions about AI governance and trust in business applications. The Threat of Sensitive Data in Generative AI Prompts https://www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/employees-sensitive-data-gen

In this episode, we talk about downloading and analyzing partial ZIP files, how legitimate remote access tools are used in recent compromises and how a research found an SSRF vulnerability in Azure DevOps Partial ZIP File Downloads A closer look at how attackers are leveraging partial ZIP file downloads to bypass file verification systems and plant malicious content. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Partial%20ZIP%20File%20Downloads/31608 Ukrainian CERT Advisory on AnyDesk Threat The Ukrainian CERT provides detailed guidance on identifying and mitigating recent cyber threats exploiting AnyDesk for unauthorized access. https://cert.gov.ua/article/6282069 Finding SSRFs in Azure DevOps An in-depth analysis of how server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerabilities are discovered and exploited in Azure DevOps pipelines. https://binarysecurity.no/posts/2025/01/finding-ssrfs-in-devops

In this episode, we cover how to use honeypot data to keep your offensive infrastructure alive longer, three critical vulnerabilities in SimpleHelp that must be patched now, and an interesting vulnerability affecting many systems allowing UEFI Secure Boot bypass. Leveraging Honeypot Data for Offensive Security Operations [Guest Diary] A recent guest diary on the SANS Internet Storm Center discusses how offensive security professionals can utilize honeypot data to enhance their operations. The diary highlights the detection of scans from multiple IP addresses, emphasizing the importance of monitoring non-standard user-agent strings in web requests. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Leveraging%20Honeypot%20Data%20for%20Offensive%20Security%20Operations%20%5BGuest%20Diary%5D/31596 Security Vulnerabilities in SimpleHelp 5.5.7 and Earlier SimpleHelp has released version 5.5.8 to address critical security vulnerabilities present in versions 5.5.7 and earlier. Users are strongly advised to upgrade to the latest version to

In this episode, we explore the efficient storage of honeypot logs in databases, issues with Citrix's Session Recording Agent and Windows Update. Ivanti is having another interesting security event and our SANS.edu graduate student Rich Green talks about his research on Passkeys. Extracting Practical Observations from Impractical Datasets: A SANS Internet Storm Center diary entry discusses strategies for analyzing complex datasets to derive actionable insights. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Extracting%20Practical%20Observations%20from%20Impractical%20Datasets/31582 Citrix Session Recording Agent Update Issue: Citrix reports that Microsoft's January security update fails or reverts on machines with the 2411 Session Recording Agent installed, providing guidance on addressing this issue. https://support.citrix.com/s/article/CTX692505-microsofts-january-security-update-failsreverts-on-a-machine-with-2411-session-recording-agent?language=en_US Ivanti Endpoint Manager Security Advisory: Ivanti releases a security advi

Today's episode covers an odd 12 year old Netgear vulnerability that only received a proper CVE number last year. Learn about how to properly identify OpenID connect users and avoid domain name resue. Good old rsync turns out to be in need of patching and Fortinet: Not sure if it needs patching. Probably it does. Go ahead and patch it. The Curious Case of a 12-Year-Old Netgear Router Vulnerability Outdated Netgear routers remain a security risk, with attackers actively exploiting a 2013 vulnerability to deploy crypto miners. Learn how to protect your network by updating or replacing legacy hardware. URL: https://isc.sans.edu/diary/The%20Curious%20Case%20of%20a%2012-Year-Old%20Netgear%20Router%20Vulnerability/31592 Millions at Risk Due to Google s OAuth Flaw A flaw in Google s OAuth implementation enables attackers to exploit defunct domain accounts, exposing sensitive data. Tips on implementing MFA and domain monitoring to reduce risks. URL: https://trufflesecurity.com/blog/millions-at-risk-due-to-google-s-oa

Today, Microsoft Patch Tuesday headlines our news with Microsoft patching 209 vulnerabilities, some of which have already been exploited. Fortinet suspects a so far unpatched Node.js authentication bypass to be behind some recent exploits of FortiOS and FortiProxy devices. Microsoft January 2025 Patch Tuesday This month's Microsoft patch update addresses a total of 209 vulnerabilities, including 12 classified as critical. Among these, 3 vulnerabilities have been actively exploited in the wild, and 5 have been disclosed prior to the patch release, marking them as zero-days. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/rss/31590 Fortinet Security Advisory FG-IR-24-535 CVE-2024-55591 An Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel vulnerability [CWE-288] affecting FortiOS and FortiProxy may allow a remote attacker to gain super-admin privileges via crafted requests to Node.js websocket module. https://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-24-535 PRTG Network Monitor Update: Update for an already exploited XSS vuln

Episode Summary: This episode covers brute-force attacks on the password reset functionality of Hikvision devices, a macOS SIP bypass vulnerability, Linux rootkit malware, and a novel ransomware campaign targeting AWS S3 buckets. Topics Covered: Hikvision Password Reset Brute Forcing URL: https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Hikvision%20Password%20Reset%20Brute%20Forcing/31586 Hikvision devices are being targeted using old brute-force attacks exploiting predictable password reset codes. Analyzing CVE-2024-44243: A macOS System Integrity Protection Bypass URL: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2025/01/13/analyzing-cve-2024-44243-a-macos-system-integrity-protection-bypass-through-kernel-extensions/ Microsoft details a macOS vulnerability allowing attackers to bypass SIP using kernel extensions. Rootkit Malware Controls Linux Systems Remotely URL: https://cybersecuritynews.com/rootkit-malware-controls-linux-systems-remotely/ A sophisticated rootkit targeting Linux systems uses zero-day vulnerabilities for re

In today's episode, we cover the latest updates in cybersecurity: Windows Defender Enhances Chrome Extension Detection Microsoft's Defender now catalogs Chrome extensions to identify malicious ones. Learn how this improves enterprise security. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Windows%20Defender%20Chrome%20Extension%20Detection/31574 Multi-OLE Analysis in Malicious Documents A look at how attackers embed OLE files in Office documents to evade detection and the tools to combat it. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Multi-OLE/31580 Ivanti Connect Secure RCE Vulnerability (CVE-2025-0282) Details of a critical vulnerability affecting Ivanti products and the patching timelines. https://labs.watchtowr.com/exploitation-walkthrough-and-techniques-ivanti-connect-secure-rce-cve-2025-0282/ Apple USB-C Controller Compromised Researchers hacked Apple s ACE3 USB-C controller, highlighting hardware security challenges. https://cybersecuritynews.com/apples-new-usb-c-controller-hacked/ IRS Pushes for IP PIN Enrollment Protect yourself from

In this episode, we explore the following stories: "Examining Redtail: Analyzing a Sophisticated Cryptomining Malware and its Advanced Tactics" Overview of Redtail's multi-architecture cryptomining malware exploiting vulnerabilities and deploying persistence techniques. URL: Examining Redtail: Analyzing a Sophisticated Cryptomining Malware and its Advanced Tactics "Information Stealer Masquerades as LDAPNightmare PoC Exploit" A malware disguised as a PoC exploit targets users seeking to test vulnerabilities like LDAPNightmare. URL: Information Stealer Masquerades as LDAPNightmare PoC Exploit "How Extensions Trick CWS Search" Research reveals how malicious browser extensions manipulate Chrome Web Store search to appear legitimate. URL: How Extensions Trick CWS Search "Palo Alto Networks' Expedition Vulnerabilities (PAN-SA-2025-0001)" Multiple vulnerabilities in the deprecated Expedition tool can expose credentials and lead to unauthorized file and command execution. URL: Palo Alto Networks' Expedition Vulnerab

In this episode, we discuss critical vulnerabilities in Ivanti Connect Secure and Policy Secure, command injection risks in Aviatrix Network Controllers, and the risks posed by hijacked abandoned backdoors. Episode Links and Topics: More Governments Backdoors in Your Backdoors https://labs.watchtowr.com/more-governments-backdoors-in-your-backdoors/ Researchers reveal how expired domains linked to abandoned backdoors can be hijacked, exposing systems to further compromise. Security Update: Ivanti Connect Secure, Policy Secure, and Neurons for ZTA Gateways https://www.ivanti.com/blog/security-update-ivanti-connect-secure-policy-secure-and-neurons-for-zta-gateways Ivanti addresses critical vulnerabilities (CVE-2025-0282, CVE-2025-0283) in their secure gateway products, with active exploitation in the wild. CVE-2024-50603: Aviatrix Network Controller Command Injection Vulnerability https://www.securing.pl/en/cve-2024-50603-aviatrix-network-controller-command-injection-vulnerability/ A command injection vulnerabil

In this episode, we dive into active exploitation of a zero-day in SonicWall SSL-VPN, privilege escalation vulnerabilities in Moxa devices, and a BitLocker bypass in Windows 11. We also cover cryptocurrency mining malware hitting PHP servers and the White House's launch of the U.S. Cyber Trust Mark to secure connected devices. Episode Links and Topics: PacketCrypt Classic Cryptocurrency Miner on PHP Servers https://isc.sans.edu/diary/PacketCrypt%20Classic%20Cryptocurrency%20Miner%20on%20PHP%20Servers/31564 Malware exploiting PHP servers to mine PacketCrypt Classic cryptocurrency. SonicOS Affected By Multiple Vulnerabilities https://psirt.global.sonicwall.com/vuln-detail/SNWLID-2025-0003 A zero-day vulnerability in SonicWall SSL-VPN devices is under active attack. Privilege Escalation and OS Command Injection Vulnerabilities in Moxa Devices https://www.moxa.com/en/support/product-support/security-advisory/mpsa-241155-privilege-escalation-and-os-command-injection-vulnerabilities-in-cellular-routers,-secure-rout

In this episode of the SANS Internet Storm Center's Stormcast, we cover critical vulnerabilities affecting OpenSSH, BeyondTrust, and Nuclei, including the newly discovered "RegreSSHion" flaw and a bypass vulnerability in Nuclei. We also discuss how malware evasion techniques can impact analysis environments and highlight the dangers of fake exploits targeting researchers. Tune in for insights on patching, mitigation strategies, and staying ahead of emerging threats. Topics Covered: Make Malware Happy https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Make%20Malware%20Happy/31560 A look at how malware adapts and detects analysis environments, and why replicating operational settings is critical during malware analysis. Nuclei Signature Verification Bypass (CVE-2024-43405) https://www.wiz.io/blog/nuclei-signature-verification-bypass A critical vulnerability in Nuclei allows malicious templates to bypass signature verification, risking arbitrary code execution. Critical Vulnerability in BeyondTrust (CVE-2024-12356) https://censys.com/c

In this episode of the SANS Internet Storm Center's Stormcast, we cover the latest cybersecurity threats and defenses, including Python-delivered malware, goodware hash sets, SSL/TLS protocol updates, and critical vulnerabilities in ASUS routers and Paessler PRTG. Stay informed and secure your systems! Full details and links to all stories: SwaetRAT via Python: https://isc.sans.edu/diary/SwaetRAT%20Delivery%20Through%20Python/31554 Goodware Hash Sets: https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Goodware%20Hash%20Sets/31556 SSL/TLS Updates: https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Changes%20in%20SSL%20and%20TLS%20support%20in%202024/31550 Cyberhaven Extension Compromise: https://secureannex.com/blog/cyberhaven-extension-compromise/ PRTG Vulnerability: https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1736/ ASUS Router Vulnerabilities: https://cybersecuritynews.com/asus-router-vulnerabilities/

PHPUnit and Androxgh0st https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Command%20Injection%20Exploit%20For%20PHPUnit%20before%204.8.28%20and%205.x%20before%205.6.3%20%5BGuest%20Diary%5D/31528 Mirai Attacks Session Smart Routers https://supportportal.juniper.net/s/article/2024-12-Reference-Advisory-Session-Smart-Router-Mirai-malware-found-on-systems-when-the-default-password-remains-unchanged?language=en_US FortiWLM Unauthenticated limited file read vulnerability https://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-23-144 https://securityonline.info/kaspersky-uncovers-active-exploitation-of-fortinet-vulnerability-cve-2023-48788/ Beyond Trust Security Advisory https://www.beyondtrust.com/trust-center/security-advisories/bt24-10 BadBox Update https://www.bitsight.com/blog/badbox-botnet-back