Tag: Threat Hunting Content

CVE-2023-20198 Detection: Cisco IOS XE Zero-Day Vulnerability Actively Exploited to Install Implants
CVE-2023-20198 Detection: Cisco IOS XE Zero-Day Vulnerability Actively Exploited to Install Implants

Hard on the heels of a new surge in the long-running Balada Injector campaign exploiting CVE-2023-3169, another critical security bug in popular software products comes to the spotlight. A new privilege escalation vulnerability affecting Cisco IOS XE software is actively exploited in the wild to help install implants on the impacted devices. The uncovered zero-day […]

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UAC-0165 Activity Detection: Destructive Cyber Attacks Targeting Ukrainian Telecom Providers 
UAC-0165 Activity Detection: Destructive Cyber Attacks Targeting Ukrainian Telecom Providers 

CERT-UA researchers notify defenders of the persistent malicious campaign impacting more than 11 telecom providers. The UAC-0165 group behind these destructive attacks has been targeting the Ukrainian telecom sector for a period of over 5 months aiming to cripple the critical infrastructure, which fuels the need for thorough research among defenders to preempt potential threats. […]

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Balada Injector Malware Campaign Detection: Hackers Exploit a tagDiv Composer Vulnerability Infecting Thousands of WordPress Sites
Balada Injector Malware Campaign Detection: Hackers Exploit a tagDiv Composer Vulnerability Infecting Thousands of WordPress Sites

Over a month ago, defenders warned the peer community of CVE-2023-4634, a critical WordPress vulnerability actively exploited in the wild and impacting an overwhelming number of WordPress sites across the globe. Following that campaign, another malicious operation comes to the forefront. A fresh surge in the long-lasting Balada Injector malware campaign has already impacted over […]

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LostTrust Ransomware Detection: SFile and Mindware Advancement, Successor of MetaEncryptor Gang
LostTrust Ransomware Detection: SFile and Mindware Advancement, Successor of MetaEncryptor Gang

Novel LostTrust ransomware emerged in the cyber threatscape in early spring 2023. However, the adversary campaign hit the headlines only in September when ransomware operators were observed leveraging data leak sites and payloads quite similar to the offensive tools used by the MetaEncryptor gang. Defenders are raising concerns in response to the growing threats as […]

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SmokeLoader Malware Detection: UAC-0006 Hackers Launch a Wave of Phishing Attacks Against Ukraine Targeting Accountants
SmokeLoader Malware Detection: UAC-0006 Hackers Launch a Wave of Phishing Attacks Against Ukraine Targeting Accountants

In early October 2023, the UAC-0006 group was observed behind a series of at least four cyber attacks targeting Ukraine, as CERT-UA researchers report. Attackers applied a similar adversary toolkit as in previous campaigns, leveraging SmokeLoader in the latest phishing operation.  SmokeLoader Delivery: UAC-0006 Attack Analysis  On October 6, 2023, CERT-UA released four alerts notifying […]

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CVE-2023-22515 Detection: A Critical Zero-Day in Confluence Data Center & Server Under Active Exploitation
CVE-2023-22515 Detection: A Critical Zero-Day in Confluence Data Center & Server Under Active Exploitation

Atlassian has recently notified defenders of a critical privilege escalation vulnerability in its Confluence software. The uncovered issue identified as CVE-2023-22515 poses severe risks to impacted Confluence installations as it is actively weaponized by attackers. Detect CVE-2023-22515 Exploits With the ever-increasing numbers of CVEs leveraged in real-world attacks, proactive detection of vulnerability exploitation remains one […]

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Frequent SIGMA Mistakes Series
Frequent SIGMA Mistakes Series

Part 2: Environment-Dependent Terms Overview of Series This is part 2 of a multi-part series that will cover frequent mistakes SOC Prime observes regularly in SIGMA. We will cover everything from common rule logic errors to common schema problems, and even some more obscure “gotchas” to think about. Some of these ideas will extend beyond […]

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CVE-2023-29357 Detection: Microsoft SharePoint Server Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability Exploitation Can Lead to Pre-Auth RCE Chain
CVE-2023-29357 Detection: Microsoft SharePoint Server Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability Exploitation Can Lead to Pre-Auth RCE Chain

Threat actors frequently set eyes on Microsoft SharePoint Server products by weaponizing a set of RCE vulnerabilities, such as CVE-2022-29108 and CVE-2022-26923. In the early summer of 2023, Microsoft issued a patch for the newly discovered SharePoint Server elevation of privilege vulnerability known as CVE-2023-29357 and considered critical. With the CVE-2023-29357 PoC exploit recently released, […]

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Engage, Empower, and Enjoy SOC Prime’s Community on Discord
Engage, Empower, and Enjoy SOC Prime’s Community on Discord

Balance Your Cybersecurity Journey with a Single Community for Collective Cyber Defense In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, finding a welcoming and vibrant peer-driven community has never been more critical. Discord servers have emerged as digital hubs where tech enthusiasts, professionals, and learners unite. These dynamic virtual spaces transcend geographical boundaries, making it possible for […]

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Snatch Ransomware Detection: FBI & CISA Issue a Joint Alert Warning of Growing Attacks by Snatch RaaS Operators
Snatch Ransomware Detection: FBI & CISA Issue a Joint Alert Warning of Growing Attacks by Snatch RaaS Operators

Proactive ransomware detection remains one of the top priorities for defenders, marked by a rise in intrusion complexity and continuously increasing high-profile ransomware attacks. FBI and CISA notify defenders of the growing volumes of cyber attacks spreading Snatch ransomware. Snatch ransomware operators have been in the limelight in the cyber threat landscape for about five […]

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