CyberWire Daily

Brute force and broken trust.

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Mar 21, 2025
Brandon Karpf, a cybersecurity expert and friend of N2K CyberWire, shares his insights on the growing threats in cyberspace, particularly in the realm of space technology. The discussion uncovers alarming vulnerabilities with over 150 U.S. government database servers exposed online. Karpf delves into the rise of various ransomware attacks, including the cross-platform Albabat strain. The conversation also addresses the impact of new cyber policies and the urgent need for better oversight and defense in our increasingly digital world.
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INSIGHT

Government Data Exposure

  • Over 150 US government database servers are exposed online, violating security protocols.
  • This poses a major cybersecurity threat due to vulnerabilities to brute-force attacks and exploits.
ADVICE

Cybersecurity Decentralization

  • The White House shifts cybersecurity to state/local governments, giving them more control.
  • Update systems to the latest non-vulnerable version to mitigate these risks.
INSIGHT

ZoneAlarm Vulnerability

  • Threat actors exploit Checkpoint's ZoneAlarm antivirus software vulnerability.
  • This bypasses Windows security, enabling system access and credential theft.
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