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The Price of Admission: Countering Stolen Credentials with Darktrace

This blog examines a network compromise that stemmed from the purchase of leaked credentials from the dark web. Credentials purchased from dark web marketplaces allow unauthorized access to internal systems. Such access can be used to exfiltrate data, disrupt operations, or deploy malware.

Exploitation of ConnectWise ScreenConnect Vulnerabilities

Uncover the tactics used to exploit ConnectWise vulnerabilities and strategies to protect your systems.

How Cactus Ransomware Was Detected and Stopped

Discover the tactics used to uncover a Cactus ransomware infection and the implications for cybersecurity defenses.

Sliver C2: How Darktrace Provided a Sliver of Hope

Learn how Darktrace is tackling the challenges posed by the Sliver C2 framework and what it means for modern cybersecurity defenses.

Balada Injector: Darktrace’s Investigation into the Malware Exploiting WordPress Vulnerabilities

This blog explores Darktrace’s detection of Balada Injector, a malware known to exploit vulnerabilities in WordPress to gain unauthorized access to networks. Darktrace was able to define numerous use-cases within customer environments which followed previously identified patterns of activity spikes across multiple weeks.

Darktrace's Investigation of Raspberry Robin Worm

Discover how Darktrace is leading the hunt for Raspberry Robin. Explore early insights and strategies in the battle against cyber threats.

What are Botnets and How Darktrace Uncovers Them

Learn how Darktrace detected and implemented defense protocols against Socks5Systemz botnet before any threat to intelligence had been published.

Pikabot Malware: Insights, Impact, & Attack Analysis

Learn about Pikabot malware and its rapid evolution in the wild, impacting organizations and how to defend against this growing threat.

Simulated vs. Real Malware: What You Need To Know

Learn how Darktrace distinguishes between simulated and real malware. Discover the advanced detection techniques used to protect your network.

Protecting Against AlphV BlackCat Ransomware

Learn how Darktrace AI is combating AlphV BlackCat ransomware, including the details of this ransomware and how to protect yourself from it.

Quasar Remote Access Tool and Its Security Risks

Discover how the Quasar remote access tool can become a vulnerability in the wrong hands and strategies to mitigate these risks.

Detecting & Containing Gootloader Malware

Learn how Darktrace helps detect and contain multi-functional threats like the Gootloader malware. Stay ahead of cyber threats with Darktrace AI solutions.

How CoinLoader Hijacks Networks

Discover how Darktrace decrypted the CoinLoader malware hijacking networks for cryptomining. Learn about the tactics and protection strategies employed.

How Darktrace Defeated SmokeLoader Malware

Read how Darktrace's AI identified and neutralized SmokeLoader malware. Gain insights into their proactive approach to cybersecurity.

Post-Exploitation Activities of Ivanti CS/PS Appliances

Darktrace’s teams have observed a surge in malicious activities targeting Ivanti Connect Secure (CS) and Ivanti Policy Secure (PS) appliances. Learn more!

Detecting Trusted Network Relationship Abuse

Discover how Darktrace DETECT and the SOC team responded to a network compromise via a trusted partner relationship with this case study.

Uncovering CyberCartel Threats in Latin America

Examine the growing threat of cyber cartels in Latin America and learn how to safeguard against their attacks.

Ivanti Sentry Vulnerability | Analysis & Insights

Darktrace observed a critical vulnerability in Ivanti Sentry's cybersecurity. Learn how this almost become a huge threat and how we stopped it in its tracks.

How Darktrace Triumphed Over MyKings Botnet

Darktrace has provided full visibility over the MyKings botnet kill chain from the beginning of its infections to the eventual cryptocurrency mining activity.

Detecting PurpleFox Rootkit with Darktrace AI

The PurpleFox rootkit poses significant risks. Discover how Darktrace leveraged advanced techniques to combat this persistent cyber threat.

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