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Ivanti’s Security Soap Opera: Chinese Hackers Strike Again!
Ivanti remote access devices are once again under siege by the notorious Chinese threat actor, UNC5337. With new vulnerabilities popping up like mushrooms, Ivanti’s security team must feel like they’re playing a never-ending game of whack-a-mole. Will these devices ever catch a break, or are they destined to be a cybercriminal’s playground?
Hot Take:
Ivanti appliances are like that one friend who keeps losing their keys – no matter how many times they promise to be more careful, they always find themselves locked out again. With Chinese threat actors exploiting vulnerabilities faster than Ivanti can patch them, it seems like the cybersecurity equivalent of a game of Whac-A-Mole, but with actual moles.
Key Points:
- Ivanti devices have been hit by numerous vulnerabilities, with Chinese threat actor UNC5337 exploiting the latest one.
- The two latest bugs in Ivanti’s systems include a critical vulnerability that requires no authentication for exploitation.
- Ivanti is urging rapid patching, but some patches won’t be available until later in January 2025.
- UNC5337’s malware exploits are creative, including fake update simulations and persistent backdoors.
- The cybersecurity community stresses the importance of immediate action and vigilance.
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