Hacker tools and techniques: Underground hacking sites
Hackers frequently update their attack tools, techniques and methods to find new ways to break into databases, networks and devices. Track their progress and the work of cybercrime investigators with the latest information on hacking groups, underground hacker sites and new hacker tools.
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Hacker tools and techniques: Underground hacking sites News
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June 16, 2021
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Jun'21
6 suspected Clop ransomware gang members arrested in Ukraine
The impact of the arrests is unknown, as Clop's ransomware leak site remains online after the arrests. The scale of the gang's current operation is also unknown.
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June 11, 2021
11
Jun'21
Slilpp marketplace goes dark following government takedown
Slilpp, a massive dark web emporium for buying and selling stolen credentials, has been pulled offline by an international law enforcement takedown.
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June 07, 2021
07
Jun'21
DOJ charges alleged Trickbot developer
Several of the 19 charges brought against the alleged Trickbot Group developer Alla Witte include bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.
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May 18, 2021
18
May'21
Sophos: 81% of attacks last year involved ransomware
The majority of incidents Sophos responded to in the last year involved ransomware. The company also found the median dwell time of attackers was 11 days.
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meet-in-the-middle attack
Meet-in-the-middle is a known plaintext attack that can greatly reduce the number of brute-force permutations required to decrypt text that has been encrypted by more than one key. Continue Reading
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social engineering
Social engineering is an attack vector that relies heavily on human interaction and often involves manipulating people into breaking normal security procedures and best practices to gain unauthorized access to systems, networks or physical locations... Continue Reading
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password cracking
Password cracking is the process of using an application program to identify an unknown or forgotten password to a computer or network resource. Continue Reading
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Network reconnaissance techniques for beginners
In this excerpt of 'How Cybersecurity Really Works,' author Sam Grubb breaks down common network reconnaissance techniques used by adversaries to attack wired networks. Continue Reading
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3 ransomware distribution methods popular with attackers
To prevent cyber attacks, understanding how they work is half the battle. Explore the most common ransomware distribution methods in this excerpt of 'Preventing Ransomware.' Continue Reading
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ransomware
Ransomware is a subset of malware in which the data on a victim's computer is locked -- typically by encryption -- and payment is demanded before the ransomed data is decrypted and access is returned to the victim. Continue Reading
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Red team vs. blue team vs. purple team: What's the difference?
Red team-blue team exercises simulate attacks on enterprise networks. What does each team do? Where do purple teams fit in? Find out here. Continue Reading
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The implications of the NetSpectre vulnerability
The NetSpectre vulnerability could enable a slow leak of data remotely via side channels. Expert Michael Cobb explains why data on secure microprocessors is not actually safe. Continue Reading
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How white hat hackers can tell you more than threat intelligence
White hat hackers can play a key role in assessing threats lurking on the dark web. Discover what traditional threat intelligence isn't telling you and how white hats can help. Continue Reading
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How do cybercriminals steal credit card information?
Cybercriminals have several methods at their disposal to hack and exploit credit card information. Learn about these, how to prevent them and what to do when hacked. Continue Reading
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Phishing protection: Keep employees from getting hooked
Share this list of phishing techniques and detection tips to help employees avoid phishing schemes. Plus, review technologies to protect your enterprise from phishing attacks. Continue Reading
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The Mirai IoT botnet holds strong in 2020
More than three years after its first appearance, the Mirai botnet is still one of the biggest threats to IoT. Learn about its variants and how to protect against them. Continue Reading