Since mid-June 2022, AT&T Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) Security Operations Center (SOC) observed an enormous number of attacks from Mirai botnet-C2 attempting to gain access to SSH servers instead of Telnet.Due to the various tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) observed, this attack has been associated with RapperBot botnet (Mirai variants.) RapperBot’s goal is still undefined.

A smart device is any device connected to the internet and can be controlled by a computer or smartphone. This includes devices such as home appliances, security cameras, thermostats, doorbells, lighting systems, and other connected gadgets. Smart devices are becoming increasingly popular due to the convenience they offer. However, with this convenience comes a greater risk to your privacy.

The world runs on data. That has always been true, but the power of data has perhaps never been greater than it is today. We live in the great age of information — where a seemingly infinite repository of knowledge lies at our fingertips. But data is not, of course, only to be consumed for personal use. Indeed, the greatest impact of data is on the world of business. Data is the fuel that keeps the engines of enterprise humming.

Websites are central to business operations but are also the target of various cyber-attacks. Malicious hackers have found several ways to compromise websites, with the most common attack vector being SQL injection: the act of injecting malicious SQL code to gain unauthorized access to the server hosting the website. Once on the server, the hacker can compromise the target organization's website, and vandalize it by replacing the original content with content of their own choosing.

In today's digital age, a business website is essential for success. Not only does it provide potential customers with information about your products or services, but it also allows you to connect and engage with them directly. However, simply having a website is not enough. To ensure that your site is effective and safe, you need to make sure that it has all the necessary security features. In this article, we will discuss twelve security features that every business website must have.

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There is a possibility that artificial intelligence (AI) will have a significant influence, in either a good or bad direction, on cybersecurity. On the plus side, artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to automate and improve many parts of cybersecurity. AI can find and stop threats, find strange behavior, and look at network traffic, among other things. This might be a game-changer for the industry.

AT&T Cybersecurity received the Palo Alto Networks 2022 Partner of the Year Award for its managed security services at the annual Palo Alto Networks Ignite 2022 conference. The awards are presented to an elite group of Palo Alto Networks partners that have excelled in performance, enablement, and engagement over the past year. In an era where security collaboration continues to grow in importance, AT&T Cybersecurity stressed the significance of its relationship with Palo Alto Networks.

In the first two blogs in this series, we discussed properly setting up IAM and avoiding direct internet access to AWS resources. In this blog, we’ll tackle encrypting AWS in transit and at rest.

Telephony fraud is a significant challenge. Companies of all sizes and industries are subjected to the malicious usage of voice and SMS with the intent of committing financial fraud, identity theft, denial-of-service, and a variety of other attacks. Businesses that fall victim to fraud can incur significant financial losses, irreparable damage to their reputation, and legal implications.

Most of the time, the advantages of technology overshadow the recognition of challenges. IT/OT convergence has given a boost to the industry, there are many cybersecurity considerations. Due to a lack of legislation, best practices are filling the void. This article will give an overview of industrial cybersecurity best practices.

As we start a new year, let's think about how we can draw up a plan to exercise our cyber fitness and make it a culture that sticks. It's a critical time to get this done as we work toward a new era where we're breaking down silos, understanding the new ecosystem movement going forward and the edge computing phenomenon.

In the first blog in this series, we discussed setting up IAM properly. Now we’re moving on to the second step, avoiding direct internet access to AWS resources. When AWS resources like EC2 instances or S3 buckets are directly accessible via the Internet, they are vulnerable to attack. For example, brute force attacks on SSH login, denial of service (DOS) attacks on server resources via Layer 3, 4, or 7 flooding, or the inadvertent disclosure of data on an S3 bucket.

The content of this post is solely the responsibility of the author. AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. Identity and access management has emerged as an essential security element for organizations. A study reveals that 80% of global IT decision-makers have already adopted or are planning to adopt an IAM solution in the upcoming years.

The content of this post is solely the responsibility of the author. AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. With the explosive growth of technology, businesses are more vulnerable than ever to malicious cyber attacks. And as cybercriminals become more sophisticated, new methods of attack are popping up left and right.

The content of this post is solely the responsibility of the author. AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. Apple is typically known for its minimal design, user-friendly UI, and hardware. But, the success of their products, especially iPhones, has long relied upon timely cybersecurity updates and their effectiveness.

Has your organization suddenly been attacked by a ransomware virus? Take a deep breath and try to remain composed. It can be easy to panic or become overwhelmed in the face of an attack, but it is vital to remain calm and focused in order to make the best decisions for your organization.

Have you ever heard the saying that the greatest benefit of the cloud is that limitless resources can be spun-up with just a few clicks of the mouse? If so, you would be best served by forgetting that saying altogether. Just because cloud resources can be spun-up with a few clicks of the mouse does not mean that they should be. Rather, prior to launching anything in the cloud, careful consideration and planning are a necessity.

The content of this post is solely the responsibility of the author. AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. The digital world is ever-expanding in scope and influence, both in personal and professional matters. In the last few years, business operations have become increasingly dependent on technology, and on employees to use that technology safely.