Tiptoeing to higher privileges

Tiptoeing to higher privileges

4 years ago
Anonymous $JavybBYWR5

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-breach-avast-antivirus-network-through-insecure-vpn-profile/

Hackers accessed the internal network of Czech cybersecurity company Avast, likely aiming for a supply chain attack targeting CCleaner. Detected on September 25, intrusion attempts started since May 14.

Following an investigation, the antivirus maker determined that the attacker was able to gain access using compromised credentials via a temporary VPN account.