Warning: Cyberattackers Targeting Popular Apps - What You Need to Know
The FBI and the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have issued a warning about a cyberattack campaign targeting popular online platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft 365, Twilio, and SendGrid. Here's what you need to know in simpler terms:
What's Happening: Bad actors are using a type of malware called "Androxgh0st" to attack websites and servers. These websites often use a common tool called Laravel for building web applications. The goal of the attackers is to steal login information (credentials) for important apps like AWS and Microsoft 365.
How They Do It: The malware scans for and extracts secrets (like usernames and passwords) from files that developers use to set up their websites. These files are like instruction manuals, and attackers want to find them to gain access to valuable apps.
Why It's a Big Deal: If the attackers get access to these apps, they can do harmful things like stealing sensitive data or using the apps for malicious activities. For example, they might try to create new users with special privileges or do other things that can cause trouble.
What You Can Do: To protect yourself, it's important to follow some best practices:
Keep Everything Updated: Make sure your website's software is up to date. This helps fix known problems that attackers might use.
Limit Exposure: Only expose what's necessary to the internet. In other words, don't make everything on your website accessible to anyone online.
Check Credentials: If you're a website owner or developer, regularly review the credentials (like usernames and passwords) stored in your setup files. Make sure there's no unauthorized access or use.
Remember, staying vigilant and following these practices can help keep you and your online accounts safe from these kinds of cyber threats. Click to Call or Email us today to schedule a meeting to discuss your cyber security needs.