Cloak and Dagger: The ShadowBrokers (WannaCry and NotPetya Part 1 of 3)

The Shadow Brokers

In 2017, a hacking group known as the ShadowBrokers launched a major cyberattack on the National Security Agency (NSA). This is a branch of the United States government which is well known for being up-to-date in terms of security and infrastructure. Thus, it was known as one of the most significant cyberattacks in recent history. The attack was carried out by a group of hackers known as the ShadowBrokers, who released a toolset of hacking tools that had been developed by the NSA.

The attack was a major blow to the NSA, as the toolset contained a variety of hacking tools that could be used to gain access to sensitive information. The tools included exploits for Windows, Linux, and other operating systems, as well as tools for bypassing security measures. The tools were also capable of bypassing encryption, allowing the hackers to gain access to confidential data. The tools were also capable of bypassing antivirus software, allowing the hackers to gain access to sensitive information.

Two major tools that were of value were EternalBlue and BlueKeep. EternalBlue was a tool that allowed the hackers to gain access to Windows systems, while BlueKeep was a tool that allowed the hackers to gain access to Windows machines by taking advantage of a flaw, or exploit, in the Windows Remote Desktop protocol. These two vulnerabilities would eventually prove detrimental to the world, as they would be used in the WannaCry and NotPetya attacks.

This cyber attack was a major embarrassment for the NSA, as it revealed that the agency had been using its own tools to spy on its own citizens. The attack also revealed that the NSA had been using its tools to spy on foreign governments, which was a violation of international law. It was also a wake-up call for the United States government, as it highlighted the need for better security measures to protect against cyberattacks. The US government has since implemented a number of measures to improve its cybersecurity, including the establishment of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

The ShadowBrokers attack was a major event in the history of cybersecurity, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of having strong security measures in place to protect against cyberattacks. The attack also serves as a reminder of the need for governments to be aware of the potential risks posed by cyberattacks, and to take steps to protect their citizens and their data.

Signing off for now,

//TheModdersDen

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