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New MrbMiner malware has infected thousands of MSSQL databases

Posted onSeptember 16, 2020

A new malware gang has made a name for itself over the past few months by hacking into Microsoft SQL Servers (MSSQL) and installing a crypto-miner. Thousands of MSSQL databases have been infected so far, according to the cybersecurity arm Read More …

Researchers find stealthy MSSQL server backdoor developed by Chinese cyberspies

Posted onOctober 21, 2019October 22, 2019

Chinese cyberspies have developed malware that alters Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) databases and creates a backdoor mechanism that can let hackers connect to any account by using a “magic password.” Furthermore, as an added benefit, the backdoor also hides user Read More …

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