Remote Access Rodeo: How Cybercriminals Lasso Your Data Before Ransomware Strikes!
Abuses of remote access software are the top ‘pre-ransomware’ warning signs, according to Cisco Talos. Cybercriminals love their remote services like RDP and PowerShell almost as much as we love cat videos. But with the right mitigations, you can keep these digital gatecrashers from crashing your data party.
Hot Take:
Who knew that the most common pre-ransomware indicators were essentially the digital equivalent of leaving your front door open? The cybercriminals are waltzing in, using your own remote access software against you, like an impromptu party you never wanted. It’s time to lock the doors and hide the snacks, folks!
Key Points:
- Remote access software is being frequently abused as a pre-ransomware tactic.
- Commonly targeted tools include RDP, PsExec, PowerShell, AnyDesk, Atera, and Microsoft Quick Assist.
- Credential dumping is another prevalent method used by attackers.
- Network service discovery is a significant pre-ransomware tactic.
- Fast response is crucial to prevent ransomware deployment.
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