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Dec 17, 16:15

FBI Warns of HiatusRAT Spy Campaign Targeting Weak Passwords and Vulnerabilities

The FBI warned of the HiatusRAT Chinese spy campaign targeting U.S. government and private devices, exploiting vulnerabilities (CVE-2017-7921, CVE-2018-9995, CVE-2020-25078, CVE-2021-33044, CVE-2021-36260) and weak passwords in Xiongmai and Hikvision web cameras and DVRs since July 2022, using tools...

FBI Warns of HiatusRAT Spy Campaign Targeting Weak Passwords and Vulnerabilities

The FBI warned of the HiatusRAT Chinese spy campaign targeting U.S. government and private devices, exploiting vulnerabilities (CVE-2017-7921, CVE-2018-9995, CVE-2020-25078, CVE-2021-33044, CVE-2021-36260) and weak passwords in Xiongmai and Hikvision web cameras and DVRs since July 2022, using tools...

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How are the attackers exploiting vulnerabilities and weak passwords in this campaign?

The HiatusRAT campaign leverages publicly available tools like Ingram and Medusa to scan for vulnerabilities (including CVE-2017-7921, CVE-2018-9995, CVE-2020-25078, CVE-2021-33044, and CVE-2021-36260) and weak default passwords on Xiongmai and Hikvision devices. This highlights the persistent threat of easily exploitable weaknesses in IoT devices.

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Dec 16, 16:10

Critical US Infrastructure Exposed: 430+ Vulnerable Systems Found Online

A Censys report found over 430 US industrial control systems directly accessible online, creating critical security risks to essential services like water and power, demanding immediate action due to AI-enabled cyberattack potential.

Critical US Infrastructure Exposed: 430+ Vulnerable Systems Found Online

A Censys report found over 430 US industrial control systems directly accessible online, creating critical security risks to essential services like water and power, demanding immediate action due to AI-enabled cyberattack potential.

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What are the long-term implications of the AI arms race in cybersecurity, and how can we mitigate the risks of AI-driven disinformation and manipulation?

The rise of AI-enabled cyberattacks necessitates an AI-powered defense, creating a technological arms race. This requires a fundamental shift in military training and defense systems, understanding both AI capabilities and limitations, to counter sophisticated attacks and disinformation campaigns.

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