Backdoor.Win32.Psychward.10 / Unauthenticated Remote Command Execution

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Posted by malvuln on Oct 30

Discovery / credits: Malvuln (John Page aka hyp3rlinx) (c) 2022
Original source:
https://malvuln.com/advisory/70c5f8d61f6ac67091c0c5860e456427.txt
Contact: malvuln13 () gmail com
Media: twitter.com/malvuln

Threat: Backdoor.Win32.Psychward.10
Vulnerability: Unauthenticated Remote Command Execution
Description: The malware listens on TCP port 13013. Third-party adversarys
who can reach infected systems can issue various commands made available by…

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Backdoor.Win32.Delf.arh / Authentication Bypass

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Posted by malvuln on Oct 30

Discovery / credits: Malvuln (John Page aka hyp3rlinx) (c) 2022
Original source:
https://malvuln.com/advisory/b3b19524967d22d6eb7517b03b660b00.txt
Contact: malvuln13 () gmail com
Media: twitter.com/malvuln

Threat: Backdoor.Win32.Delf.arh
Vulnerability: Authentication Bypass
Description: The malware runs an FTP server. Third-party adversarys who
can reach infected systems can logon using any username/password
combination. Intruders may then…

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APPLE-SA-2022-10-24-4 macOS Big Sur 11.7.1

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Posted by Apple Product Security via Fulldisclosure on Oct 30

APPLE-SA-2022-10-24-4 macOS Big Sur 11.7.1

macOS Big Sur 11.7.1 addresses the following issues.
Information about the security content is also available at
https://support.apple.com/HT213493.

AppleMobileFileIntegrity
Available for: macOS Big Sur
Impact: An app may be able to modify protected parts of the file
system
Description: This issue was addressed by removing additional
entitlements.
CVE-2022-42825: Mickey Jin (@patch1t)

Ruby
Available…

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APPLE-SA-2022-10-24-3 macOS Monterey 12.6.1

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Posted by Apple Product Security via Fulldisclosure on Oct 30

APPLE-SA-2022-10-24-3 macOS Monterey 12.6.1

macOS Monterey 12.6.1 addresses the following issues.
Information about the security content is also available at
https://support.apple.com/HT213494.

AppleMobileFileIntegrity
Available for: macOS Monterey
Impact: An app may be able to modify protected parts of the file
system
Description: This issue was addressed by removing additional
entitlements.
CVE-2022-42825: Mickey Jin (@patch1t)

Ruby…

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APPLE-SA-2022-10-24-2 macOS Ventura 13

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Posted by Apple Product Security via Fulldisclosure on Oct 30

APPLE-SA-2022-10-24-2 macOS Ventura 13

macOS Ventura 13 addresses the following issues.
Information about the security content is also available at
https://support.apple.com/HT213488.

Accelerate Framework
Available for: Mac Studio (2022), Mac Pro (2019 and later), MacBook
Air (2018 and later), MacBook Pro (2017 and later), Mac mini (2018
and later), iMac (2017 and later), MacBook (2017), and iMac Pro
(2017)
Impact: Processing a maliciously…

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APPLE-SA-2022-10-24-1 iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16

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Posted by Apple Product Security via Fulldisclosure on Oct 30

APPLE-SA-2022-10-24-1 iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16

iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16 addresses the following issues.
Information about the security content is also available at
https://support.apple.com/HT213489.

AppleMobileFileIntegrity
Available for: iPhone 8 and later, iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air
3rd generation and later, iPad 5th generation and later, iPad mini
5th generation and later
Impact: An app may be able to modify protected parts of the file…

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Less Is More: Why One Antivirus Software Is All You Need

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Personal devices and the information they carry are incredibly valuable to their owners. It is only natural to want to protect your device like a royal family fortifying a medieval castle. Unlike medieval castles that depended upon layers and layers of protection (moats, drawbridges, spiky gates, etc.), personal devices thrive on just one defense: a devoted guard called antivirus software.  

Increasing your personal device’s security detail with more than one guard, or antivirus software is actually less effective than using a single, comprehensive option. Microsoft operating systems recognize the detriment of running two antivirus software programs simultaneously for real-time protection. Microsoft Windows automatically unregisters additional programs so they do not compete against each other. In theory, if you have a Microsoft device, you could run on-demand or scheduled scans from two different antivirus products without the operating system disabling one of them. But why invest in multiple software where one will do?  

If you do not have a Microsoft device, here is what could happen to your device if you run more than one antivirus program at a time, and why you should consider investing in only one top-notch product.  

Fight over potential viruses  

Antivirus programs want to impress you. Each wants to be the one to catch a virus and present you with the culprit, like a cat with a mouse. When antivirus software captures a virus, it locks it in a secure place to neutralize it. If you have two programs running simultaneously, they could engage in a tussle over who gets to scan, report, and remove the virus. This added activity could cause your computer to crash or use up your device’s memory.  

Report each other as suspicious  

Antivirus software quietly monitors and collects information about how your system runs, which is similar to how viruses operate. One software could mark the other as suspicious because real-time protection software is lurking in the background. So, while one antivirus program is busy blowing the whistle on the other, malicious code could quietly slip by.  

Additionally, users could be buried under a barrage of red flag notifications about each software reporting the other as suspicious. Some users become so distracted by the onslaught of notifications that they deactivate both programs or ignore notifications altogether, leaving the device vulnerable to real threats.  

Drain your battery and slow down your device  

Running one antivirus software does not drain your battery, and it can actually make your device faster. However, two antivirus programs will not double your operating speed. In fact, it will make it run much slower and drain your battery in the process. With two programs running real-time protection constantly in the background, device performance is extremely compromised.  

Antivirus software best practices 

There is no reason to invest in two antivirus programs when one solid software will more than do the trick to protect your device. Here are some best practices to get the most out of your antivirus software:  

1. Back up files regularly 

One habit you should adopt is backing up your files regularly. You never know when malware could hit and corrupt your data. Add it to your weekly routine to sync with the cloud and back up your most important files to an external hard drive.   

2. Keep your software up to date 

Whenever your software prompts you to install an update, do it! New cyber threats are evolving every day, and the best way to protect against them is to allow your software to stay as up-to-date as possible.  

3. Read the results reports    

Always read your antivirus results reports. These reports let you know the suspicious suspects your software was busy rounding up. It will give you a good idea of the threats your devices face and perhaps the schemes that you unknowingly fell into, such as clicking on a link in a phishing email. This information can also help you improve your online safety habits.  

Go with the single strongest antivirus, and more  

Everyone needs strong antivirus. Yet antivirus alone isn’t enough to beat back today’s threats. Hackers, scammers, and thieves rely on far more tricks than viruses and malware to wage their attacks, and data breaches slip billions of personal and financial records into the hands of bad actors. You’ll want to pair antivirus with further protection that covers your privacy and identity as well. 

For example the antivirus included with McAfee+ Ultimate can secure an unlimited number of household devices. Yet it offers far more than antivirus alone with our most comprehensive protection for your privacy, identity, and devices. The full list of features is long, yet you’ll get credit monitoring, dark web monitoring, removal of personal information from risky data broker sites, along with identity theft protection and restoration from a licensed expert if the unexpected happens. In all, it offers a single solution for antivirus, and far more that can protect you from the broad range of threats out there today. 

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