Akira Ransomware Dodges SonicWall MFA: A VPN Security Comedy of Errors
Akira ransomware is skipping past OTP MFA like it’s a queue at a coffee shop, exploiting SonicWall SSL VPNs with stolen OTP seeds. Despite updates, these cyber tricksters are sliding into SonicWall’s DMs faster than you can say “two-factor authentication”. Early detection is key before your data takes a not-so-fun ride on the ransomware express!
Hot Take:
Akira Ransomware seems to be the Houdini of the cybercriminal underworld, making MFA disappear faster than a rabbit in a hat! And SonicWall’s VPNs are left wondering if they should’ve taken that cybersecurity magic course after all.
Key Points:
– Akira ransomware has been exploiting SonicWall VPNs since July 2025, bypassing MFA using stolen credentials.
– The attacks are linked to the CVE-2024-40766 vulnerability, spreading quickly across various sectors.
– Researchers are baffled by the successful MFA bypass despite patched devices.
– Hackers use a mix of tools and techniques for rapid post-login activities and lateral movement.
– The recommended mitigation is resetting SSL VPN and Active Directory credentials on affected devices.