Digital Transformation

The world of cybersecurity is constantly evolving, with hackers perpetually seeking new methods to bypass security measures and deliver their malicious payloads. A particularly concerning trend has been the use of legitimate infrastructures such as cloud services and trusted platforms to execute stealthy malware attacks. This approach not only increases the likelihood of successfully deceiving victims but also makes detection

In a concerning new development, ransomware groups have escalated their tactics by directly appealing to company insiders via ransom notes. This evolution in attack strategy not only showcases the relentless ingenuity of cybercriminals but also raises significant ethical and security concerns for businesses worldwide. The introduction of this tactic underscores the lengths to which cybercriminals will go to secure access

In the ongoing battle between cybersecurity measures and cybercriminals, a new technique has surfaced that allows attackers to bypass Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems without needing elevated administrative privileges. Typically, evading such systems traditionally requires admin rights, making this new method a significant threat. The attackers ingeniously use masquerading and path obfuscation to disguise malicious payloads as legitimate processes,