Research reveals mass scanning and exploitation campaigns
Briefly

On January 8, 2025, Trustwave cybersecurity researchers identified an increase in dangerous activities linked to the Russian bulletproof hosting provider, Proton66. These activities encompass mass scanning, credential brute-forcing, and exploit attempts that affect organizations worldwide. Security experts underscore the urgency of implementing layered defenses, including ongoing monitoring for unusual behaviors and robust identity management strategies like MFA and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Basic security measures such as endpoint protection and email filtering are critical in laying the groundwork for effective cybersecurity practices against these evolving threats.
Trustwave cybersecurity researchers reported a rise in cyberattacks from Russian provider Proton66, highlighting the need for layered defenses against diverse attack methods.
Patrick Tiquet stresses that organizations need layered security to combat the varied cyber threats from Proton66, noting credential brute forcing, phishing, and exploit attempts.
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