Data Breach
Barracuda Networks Data Breach
0 records exposed • May 2023
Chinese hackers found a bug in Barracuda email security appliances. The attack was so bad that the company told customers to throw away their devices and get new ones.
What Happened
Chinese state-sponsored hackers exploited a zero-day in Barracuda Email Security Gateways. The vulnerability was so severe that Barracuda told customers to replace their appliances entirely.
Attack method: Zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2023-2868)
What Data Was Exposed
Email gateway data, Email contents, Attachments
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What to Do If You're Affected
- 1.
Replace affected Barracuda ESG appliances
- 2.
Review email logs for compromise indicators
- 3.
Rotate all email-related credentials
Lessons for Businesses
- • Zero-days can render devices permanently compromised
- • Sometimes replacement is the only option
- • Email gateways see all your email
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