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Security · Updated 23 Oct, 07:20 pm IST

Hackers breach enterprise firewalls and VPNs, expose over 70,000 credentials

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Why it matters for readers: This explains how attackers target internet-facing firewalls and VPNs to steal credentials and access networks.

  • Researchers say the campaign targeted exposed network edge devices such as Fortinet FortiGate and Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect firewalls.1
  • The breach exposed more than 70,000 credentials tied to enterprise firewalls and VPNs.1
  • Artifacts indicate operators in the campaign obtained access to numerous organizations worldwide and attempted to further compromise some victims.1

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