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UAT-5918 Overlapping TTPs from Critical APT Groups, Attacks with An Arsenal of LOLBins & External Hacking Tools
Cisco Talos attributes attacks on Taiwan's critical infrastructure to UAT-5918, a threat group using LOLBins, web shells, and tools like FScan and Impacket. Overlapping TTPs with Volt Typhoon and Flax Typhoon raise attribution concerns. The group seeks persistence, credentials, and exfiltrates sensitive data via common attack frameworks.
SocGholish Malware Identified as Key Enabler of RansomHub Ransomware Attacks
Trend Micro has linked SocGholish malware to RansomHub ransomware deployments in a campaign known as Water Scylla. Delivered via fake browser updates and compromised sites, SocGholish enables initial access and credential theft. The U.S. faces the highest infection rates, with attackers leveraging SSH tunnels and browser credential theft.
Massachusetts Utility Targeted by Advanced Persistent Threat Linked to China
A Dragos investigation revealed VOLTZITE, tied to China’s Volt Typhoon, breached a Massachusetts utility in 2023, maintaining OT network access for over 300 days. The group exfiltrated critical grid data but avoided customer PII. LELWD has since enhanced network defenses and segmentation to prevent future intrusions.
Compromised Credentials Enabled PowerSchool Data Exfiltration, CrowdStrike Report Finds
A CrowdStrike-led investigation found that compromised credentials enabled threat actors to access PowerSchool SIS data via the PowerSource portal. Data from student and teacher records was exfiltrated. No malware or further system access was detected. PowerSchool enforced MFA, SSO, and VPN restrictions and offered identity protection to affected users.
Urgent Patching Advised as CVE-2024-4577 Sees Widespread Exploitation
CVE-2024-4577, a PHP-CGI RCE flaw on Windows, is being actively exploited across multiple sectors, including technology, education, and telecom. Cisco Talos and GreyNoise report attacks involving Cobalt Strike, PowerShell payloads, and privilege escalation tools. Organizations are urged to patch immediately to prevent persistence, data theft, and further compromise.
#StopRansomware Features Medusa with Tight IAB Connections Pose Ongoing Threat to Critical Infrastructure
CISA warns Medusa ransomware poses a major threat to critical infrastructure, with over 300 victims across healthcare, education, manufacturing, and more. Medusa affiliates exploit CVEs, use phishing, disable EDR tools, and exfiltrate data before encryption. The group engages in double and triple extortion, often demanding cryptocurrency payments via Tor.
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