Firewall Fiasco: Chinese Hackers Exploit Vulnerability in Global Ransomware Spree
Chinese threat actors have been persistently targeting perimeter devices, exploiting vulnerabilities like the CVE 2020-12271 to compromise systems. Their relentless drive makes them the overachievers of cyber mischief, and it’s high time we out-innovate these digital ninjas before they redefine your morning coffee maker as critical infrastructure.
Hot Take:
When your firewall is more like a welcome mat, it’s time to rethink your cybersecurity strategy. Who knew that ‘Pacific Rim’ was less about giant robots and more about cyber ninjas from China sneaking into your infrastructure? Maybe it’s time to send our firewalls to ninja school!
Key Points:
- A zero-day exploit, CVE 2020-12271, was used to deploy malware on approximately 81,000 firewalls worldwide.
- 23,000 of these firewalls were in the US, including 36 protecting critical infrastructure.
- The Asnarök Trojan was the malware of choice, with a side of Ragnarok ransomware.
- Chinese threat actors are consistently targeting perimeter devices as part of a long-term strategy.
- Sophos’ investigation into Chinese cyber activities dubbed ‘Pacific Rim’ emphasizes the need for robust defense strategies.
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