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Cleo’s trojan horse. [Research Saturday]

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Exploiting Zero-Day Vulnerabilities

This chapter examines a critical cybersecurity threat linked to a zero-day vulnerability in Clio-managed file transfer products, highlighting a mass exploitation campaign led by the Termite group. It details the attack chain involving Java backdoor deployment, the use of PowerShell stagers, and older ransomware techniques to facilitate remote code execution. The discussion emphasizes the ongoing challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals, including the significance of software updates, encrypted communications, and evolving phishing tactics.

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