ASP.NET Developers: Stop Sharing Machine Keys or Get Stomped by Godzilla!
Microsoft warns developers against using publicly disclosed ASP.NET machine keys, as threat actors exploit them for cyberattacks. With over 3,000 keys in the wild, it’s like handing hackers the keys to your front door and asking them not to come in. It’s time to rotate those keys and lock the door securely!
Hot Take:
Well, folks, it seems like some developers have found the key to disaster by using publicly shared ASP.NET machine keys. Microsoft is shaking its head, warning us that these keys are about as safe as posting your ATM PIN on social media. Come on, devs, let’s not make it this easy for cybercriminals to turn your website into a digital Godzilla movie!
Key Points:
- Website developers are using publicly disclosed ASP.NET machine keys, increasing security risks.
- Godzilla framework is being used by threat actors to exploit these vulnerabilities.
- Attack involves manipulating ViewState for remote code execution on targeted IIS Web servers.
- Microsoft has identified at least 3,000 publicly disclosed keys that could be exploited.
- Organizations should avoid using public keys and regularly rotate machine keys.
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