In September 2019, Proofpoint researchers observed a prolific threat actor, TA505, sending email campaigns that attempt to deliver and install Get2, a new downloader. Get2 was in turn observed downloading FlawedGrace, FlawedAmmyy, Snatch, and SDBbot (a new RAT) as secondary payloads. In this post, Proofpoint will detail the tactics, techniques, and procedures associated with these latest campaigns and provide a detailed analysis of Get2 downloader and SDBbot RAT.
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Delta Scientific announced that a Delta MP5000 portable barrier stopped a stolen Dodge Ram pick-up truck at an entrance gate of the Naval Air Station ? Corpus Christi. The stolen car was chased by the local police onto the base. The barrier then impacted the rear of the vehicle, disabling it. Simultaneously, the Air Station announced that an unauthorized person was on base and the facility immediately would go under lockdown with all gates secured to all traffic.
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WaveLynx Ethos multi-tech contactless access readers feature a modern aesthetic and state-of-the-art feature set. All Ethos readers are capable of reading legacy Proximity credentials, MIFARE DESFire? smart card credentials, LEAF enabled smart card credentials and mobile credentials. Ethos readers simultaneously work with old and new credentials. WaveLynx Ethos Readers are integrated with the Tyco Software House C?CURE 9000 security and event management system.
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Pelco announced the appointment of Kurt Takahashi as Chief Executive Officer. Previously, Takahashi held the position of President of AMAG Technology, a global end-to-end security management platform. At AMAG, his innovative leadership transformed the company from being an access control focused business into an open, innovative security management solution specializing in access control, video surveillance, visitor management, identity management, incident and case management.
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Today?s security systems are collecting data at exorbitant rates, continuously gathering information from hundreds —if not thousands— of sensors and funneling that information into a control room for analysis and response. Operators are tasked with sifting through the footage and material, working around the clock to recognize potential threats or anomalies. But there just aren’t enough human eyes available for organizations to dedicate to this overwhelming responsibility.
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Boon Edam has published a useful whitepaper for security professionals titled ?Security Entrances: Solutions for Every Industry.? The whitepaper provides information and guidance on selecting and deploying security entrances across various industries, along with case-studies outlining challenges and solutions.This whitepaper is intended to guide the security manager in understanding and communicating the need for stronger physical security measures at their buildings? entry points.
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Digital Watchdog? announces the release of DW Spectrum? IPVMS v4.0. The latest version delivers many new and important features, including virtual offline cameras, failover for storage and secure video export with updated user experience. It also includes a whole new SDK for rapid integration of 3rd party devices designed for AI and deep-learning driven computer vision applications. While at the same time introducing a new framework to integrate dozens of 3rd party devices.
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Siklu announced the general availability of its new EtherHaul? 2-foot dual-band antenna. This new antenna is designed to work seamlessly with Siklu?s ExtendMM? feature on the EtherHaul 8010FX, 2500FX and other Siklu E-Band models. ExtendMM is a Siklu product suite consisting of the new Dual-Band antenna, software for monitoring and provisioning, a built-in switch in the EtherHaul radios, and purpose-built accessories, all of which are integrated with Siklu SmartHaul.
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Genetec announced the new camera registry module for Genetec Clearance?, a digital evidence management system that facilitates collaboration between public safety agencies, corporate security departments, businesses, and the public. The new module will be showcased at the IACP (International Association of Chiefs of Police) conference in Chicago. Video evidence is an invaluable tool to help investigators review events and solve crimes.
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CentralSquare announced that it has entered into a partnership with Genetec Inc. The partnership brings together CentralSquare?s broad and unified Public Safety Enterprise and Pro suites and flagship products from Genetec, including Genetec Citigraf? and Genetec Clearance?. Combining these two leading technologies will enable public safety agencies across North America to smartly use existing public and private video cameras to reduce the number of victims of crimes and disasters.
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The National Whistleblower Center has established a research partnership with the Center for Cybersecurity at Bradley University. Through this partnership, an academic research working group has been created to facilitate and promote enhanced whistleblower anonymity. Dr. Jacob Young, who has studied whistleblowing systems since 2013, has agreed to serve as the Senior Advisor on Cybersecurity for the National Whistleblower Center. In this role, he will manage and coordinate a multidisciplinary research team.
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Echodyne announced that its VP of Product, William (Bill) Graves, Jr, will lead a session titled Countering Drones A Comprehensive Review at the APSA Public Safety Drone Expo 2019 on October 10th. The event is being held in Columbus, OH. APSA is a non-profit, educational organization that supports and encourages the use of aircraft in public safety. Public safety personnel are one of the largest groups of drone users in the United States, flying thousands of public missions.
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Bates Security announced the recent acquisition of Absolute Protection Team from Roger and Karen Marcil of Vero Beach, Florida. Bates Security will be maintaining that location as its second in the state and fourth company branch overall. Roger Marcil will be remaining as lead commercial sales consultant for the company. With leadership from Bryan Bates, Vice President of Sales for Bates Security, the company is in position for more aggressive commercial growth in the area.
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Veratad Technologies announced that Tom Canfarotta, Veratad’s Director of Strategic Accounts & Client Quality Services, has been invited to participate as a panellist on the “Beware the Dark [Patterns] Side: Thinking Creatively about User Experience without Sacrificing Compliance” at the Privacy + Security Forum at The Marvin Center, Washington, D.C. The Privacy + Security Forum breaks down the silos of privacy and security by bringing together seasoned thought leaders.
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In the latest product update of Milestone XProtect 2019 R3 video management software, Milestone Systems introduces several new features and capabilities. These include centralized Search, a new Driver Framework, adaptive streaming, and enhanced Device Password Management. With this product update, Milestone Systems continues to pursue ever higher performing software to fulfil the market?s rising demands for cost-effective video technology solutions.
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AASA has formed a new partnership with Armor At Hand?, a company that manufacturers Smart Shields? connected to the internet and are capable of protecting users from handguns and high-powered rifles. The Shields serve as a first layer of protection in the event of an intrusion and serve as an alarm to alert those connected to the system a potential threat is occurring. Armor At Hand manufactures the world?s first lightweight, mobile Smart Shields with internet connectivity.
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Echodyne announced that they will be presenting a new paper entitled “A Compact Reconfigurable Millimeter-Wave Antenna Measurement System Based Upon an Industrial Robot,” at the AMTA 2019 in San Diego, CA on October 9th. AMTA 2019 brings together industry leaders dedicated to the development and dissemination of theory, best practices and applications of antenna, radar signature and other electromagnetic measurement technologies.
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ASSA ABLOY has acquired LifeSafety Power, a leading US supplier of smart integrated access control power solutions for OEMs, integrators and end-users. LifeSafety Power was established in 2009 and has some 65 employees. The main office is located in Libertyville, Illinois. Sales for 2019 are expected to reach about USD 30 million with a good EBIT margin and the acquisition will be accretive to EPS from start. The ASSA ABLOY Group is a global leader in access solutions.
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Echodyne announced that its EchoGuard radar has been selected by Security Radar Integrators as its preferred 3D radar sensor for C-UAS security solutions. The radar is recognized in the industry as the best-performing sensor in its class and is a critical component for UAS detection, tracking, classification, and identification in multi-sensor systems. Echodyne’s breakthrough MESA? technology delivers a high-performance radar in a compact, solid-state, commercially-priced format.
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WatchGuard Technologies announced the release of the Firebox T35-R. This industrially hardened, network security appliance allows midmarket businesses, distributed enterprises, and the managed service providers that support them, to extend WatchGuard?s industry-leading security services and performance beyond traditional office and data center settings to protect against malware, intrusions and other threats in the industry?s harshest environments.
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