Category: Threat Analysis

Check out our resources on Threat Analysis to understand the process of identifying, assessing, and responding to cyber threats. Learn how to use analysis to enhance your organization’s security posture.

January 05, 2022

Datto Information Security Team Notice: Atera Advisory for MSPs

Chris Henderson

Based on a published article reporting the findings of a ransomware group named ‘Conti’, the Datto Information Security Team recommends all MSPs evaluate their devices/endpoints for Atera agent activity and determine its legitimacy if necessary.

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December 17, 2021

Log4Shell RMM Community Script Explained (Video)

Ryan Weeks

In response to the critical vulnerability referred to as Log4j, Datto released a Community Script for all MSPs earlier this week on Github. This in-depth explainer video details how to access, apply, run, and interpret the results of the Community Script.

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December 13, 2021

Datto releases Log4Shell RMM component for Datto partners and MSP community

Ryan Weeks

In response to the critical vulnerability referred to as Log4j, Datto released both a Datto RMM component for our partners and a community script for all MSPs.

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December 11, 2021

Datto’s Response to Log4Shell

Ryan Weeks

Datto has not assessed any material exposure to the log4j vulnerability that would impact the safe use of Datto products at this time. Should this assessment change, we will update Datto partners immediately.

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December 08, 2021

Emotet Malware: How Does it Work and How Can it be Stopped?

Ofir Yaakobi

Emotet, once described as the “world’s most dangerous malware”, was first discovered as a banking Trojan in 2014 and over the years has evolved into the go-to solution for cybercriminals.

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November 18, 2021

What is Bazar Loader and How to Prepare?

Rotem Shemesh

Bazar Loader is a fileless attack that downloads through the backdoor allowing attackers to install additional malware, often used for ransomware attacks. Since its inception in April 2020, Bazar Loader has attacked a wide variety of organizations in North America and Europe.

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May 27, 2021

What is Ryuk Ransomware and How Does it Work?

Rotem Shemesh

Here’s everything MSPs and their clients need to know about Ryuk ransomware.

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May 18, 2021

What is Maze Ransomware and How Does it Work?

Rotem Shemesh

Maze Ransomware has been in the headlines non-stop ever since it was first reported in May 2019. It has been used to attack individual companies, governments, and increasingly – and perhaps most worryingly – MSPs.

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March 24, 2021

What is CryptoLocker Ransomware and How Does it Work?

Courtney Heinbach

MSPs report CryptoLocker is the #1 ransomware strain affecting their clients. Here’s what you need to know about it.

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