SonicWall Security Snafu: 119,000 Devices Begging for an Update!
Over 25,000 SonicWall SSLVPN devices have critical flaws, with 20,000 running unsupported firmware. These devices are a prime target for ransomware groups, making slow patch adoption a comedic tragedy. Bishop Fox’s analysis reveals a massive attack surface, highlighting the need for urgent updates to avoid becoming the next cybersecurity punchline.

Hot Take:
Looks like someone left the oven on, and by “oven,” we mean over 25,000 SonicWall SSLVPN devices. They’re practically inviting cybercriminals over for a buffet of vulnerabilities, with a side of outdated firmware and a sprinkle of unpatched security gaps. Bon appétit, hackers!
Key Points:
- Bishop Fox identified 430,363 publicly accessible SonicWall firewalls.
- Over 25,000 devices are vulnerable to critical severity flaws.
- 20,710 devices are running end-of-life firmware.
- Ransomware groups like Fog and Akira are exploiting these vulnerabilities.
- Slow patch adoption continues to be a significant issue.
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