Chinese Hackers Use Zero-Day Cisco Switch Flaw to Seize System Control

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Aug 22, 2024Ravie LakshmananNetwork Security / Zero-Day

Discover the latest threat group Velvet Ant’s exploitation of a zero-day vulnerability in Cisco switches to gain control and avoid detection, a fascinating cybersecurity breakthrough!

Uncover how Velvet Ant leveraged CVE-2024-20399 to deploy custom malware and establish control over affected systems, allowing for data exfiltration and persistent access.

Read Sygnia’s in-depth analysis report for more insights into this cutting-edge cybersecurity development.

Gain insights into Velvet Ant’s tactics of exploiting CVE-2024-20399 and Cisco’s subsequent security updates to address the vulnerability, shedding light on the evolving landscape of cyber threats.

Explore the sophisticated tactics employed by Velvet Ant to infiltrate Windows systems, legacy servers, and network devices, showcasing the group’s evolving strategies to evade detection.

Find out how the latest attack chain involving VELVETSHELL, a powerful payload with various functionalities, underscores the importance of securing third-party appliances and applications.



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Delve into the intricacies of the VELVETSHELL payload and its capabilities, shedding light on the risks posed by unsecured hardware and software in today’s cyber landscape.

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