A public exploit for Microsoft’s BlueKeep vulnerability is just days away. In fact, for those with deep pockets, it’s already here.
Tag Archives: RDP
Series 2 launch episode – RDP exposed [PODCAST]
The Naked Security Podcast is back. Listen now, and let us know what you think!
RDP exposed: the wolves already at your door
While everyone waits for BlueKeep to be exploited, another RDP threat is already at the door, according to new research from Sophos.
The GoldBrute botnet is trying to crack open 1.5 million RDP servers
Even its most optimistic users would have to concede that it’s been a bracing few weeks for anyone who relies on Microsoft’s Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP).
Microsoft dismisses new Windows RDP ‘bug’ as a feature
Researchers have found an unexpected behavior in a Windows feature designed to protect remote sessions.
Serious Security: Don’t let your SQL server attack you with ransomware
Tales from the honeypot: this time a MySQL-based attack. Old tricks still work, because we’re still making old mistakes – here’s what to do.
UPDATE NOW! Critical, remote, ‘wormable’ Windows vulnerability
Microsoft has fixed an RDP vulnerability that can be exploited remotely, without authentication and used to run arbitrary code.
US newspapers battle ransomware
On 29 December one of America’s largest publishing groups, Tribune Media, found itself battling a major ransomware attack.
Targeted ransomware attacks – SophosLabs 2019 Threat Report
This year’s SophosLabs Threat Report is out. We talk targeted ransomware attacks, and in particular, SamSam.
3 tips for a quieter Christmas than Sony
What can you do so that, when your users return from vacation, you reduce the chance of a ‘Sony moment’ all of your own? Here’s our advice…