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Forbes
04-08-2025
- Forbes
Microsoft Windows Is Being Hacked If You See These JPEG Images
Microsoft users have every right to consider themselves somewhat bombarded by hackers. What with the recent global SharePoint attack, confirmation of the FileFix Windows security bypass, and the FBI issuing a critcial warning to activate 2FA in response to the Interlock ransomware threat. Now Windows users have been issued another warning about a threat hiding in plain sight that weaponizes JPEG image files to attack. Here's what you need to know about the APT37 RoKRAT remote access trojan. Windows Users Warned As Microsoft Paint And JPEG Images Used In Latest Hack Attacks When you think of sophisticated hack attacks, the chances are that the much-derided MS Paint application and the use of basic JPEG images do not immediately spring to mind. Yet here we are, with a critical warning being issued as an advanced threat group colloquially known as Reaper, but more formally identified as APT37, using just these tools to deploy a truly dangerous remote access trojan called RoKRAT. You might be more used to reading about images stolen by hackers than deployed by them as an integral part of an attack, but the risk is very real indeed as security researchers at the Genians Security Center have warned. The latest RoKRAT attack report has revealed how the APT37 hackers are using steganography to obfuscate malware code, which is then injected into the MS Paint process during the Microsoft Windows cyberattacks. Why do this? Because it makes detection, and therefore prevention, much harder. APT37 'employs a two-stage encrypted shellcode injection method to hinder analysis,' the researchers warned, with downloaded images as part of the attack. The report said the malware analysts observed that 'the RoKRAT module is embedded within the JPEG image format.' The RoKRAT attack module itself was concealed, the researchers said, in images named downloaded from a Dropbox drive. There were two photos of a man, a harmless version of which can be viewed within the report itself, but 'the underlying malware structure remained the same.' What Is Steganography? Steganography, from the Greek steganographia, combining words meaning concealed and writing, is just that: the 'art' of concealing information within a different medium so that it is not immediately evident to even a skilled observer. In the world of cybersecurity, steganography is most commonly seen, or not, of course, as malicious code hiding within a seemingly harmless image. This is not a new technique by any means. I feel a confession coming on. Some 25 years ago, someone looking very much like me employed just such a technique to capture keyboard output and hide it in an image file for later extraction. Hackers have known about and deployed steganography forever. Which does not make it an outdated technique or any the easier to detect when looking for malicious code. And that, dear reader, is why the APT37 attackers are deploying it in these latest RaKRAT campaigns. 'When shellcode is injected into the process to perform a fileless attack,' the researchers warned, 'detection by signature- or pattern-based security solutions may be difficult.' But a mature Endpoint Detection and Response solution can identify 'external communications initiated via shellcode and the Dropbox API,' which would quickly halt the Microsoft Windows attack. For mere mortals without access to such enterprise tools, there's another mitigation method: beware of the phishing tactics used initially to distribute the malware. These consist of compressed archives containing Windows shortcut links. You can read about mitigating Microsoft LNK cyberattacks here. I have reached out to Microsoft for a statement rearing the latest APT37 campaign. In the meantime, a spokesperson previously advised that: 'Windows identifies LNK shortcut files as a potentially dangerous file type, which means that when a user attempts to open one that had been downloaded from the internet, a security warning is automatically triggered. This warning, quite correctly, advises the user not to open files from unknown sources. We strongly recommend heeding this warning.'
Business Wire
05-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
GISEC 2025: Enabling AI-Ready, Zero Trust, and Data-Sovereign Cybersecurity with Genians
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Genians, South Korea's No. 1 EDR solution provider and a global leader in Universal ZTNA, returns to GISEC Global 2025 in Dubai. In collaboration with its trusted regional partner RASInfotech, Genians will showcase how its Zero Trust Access Platform empowers organizations across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) to build a secure, scalable, and compliant digital foundation. Built on 20 years of intelligence, Genians delivers the core capabilities needed for Zero Trust and AI-ready security, without the complexity. Share AI-Ready Zero Trust, Built on 20 Years of Expertise At the center of Genians' presence at GISEC is its Zero Trust Access Platform, a unified solution that integrates Device Platform Intelligence, NAC, ZTNA, and EDR. Backed by 20 years of cybersecurity innovation and deep device-level intelligence, the platform lays a solid foundation for the AI-powered future of cybersecurity, enabling real-time visibility, automated policy enforcement, and seamless control across IT and OT environments. Genians will also share success stories from across the MEA, showcasing how its technology is helping organizations accelerate their Zero Trust adoption while ensuring regulatory compliance. Local Demands, Local Support 'Through our engagements at GITEX and LEAP, and ongoing collaboration with MEA customers, we've seen increasing demand for on-premise EDR solutions,' said Tyler Choi, EMEA Regional Manager at Genians. 'By offering both on-prem and cloud-based options, we empower organizations with the flexibility and control needed to align with their security and compliance goals.' As regional initiatives like the $3 million national cybersecurity project drive greater focus on data sovereignty and localized infrastructure, Genians has opened a new regional office in Dubai to provide closer, faster support. 'Our Dubai office is a strategic investment in the region's cybersecurity ecosystem,' added Sail Na, Head of Global Sales at Genians. 'We're already seeing strong traction in the public sector, especially in Saudi Arabia, where major government institutions have adopted our newly launched EDR solution, building on our well-established NAC deployments. These achievements reflect the strength of our technology and the dedication of our local partners like RASInfotech.' Partnership Powering Regional Expansion Since 2018, RASInfotech has been instrumental in driving Genians' growth across the MEA region. Recognized as Genians' Best Partner in EMEA for four consecutive years, RASInfotech has successfully delivered Genians' solutions to critical industries including finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and government. 'We're seeing growing demand for solutions that balance agility with control,' said Akram Khazi, CEO of RASInfotech. 'Genians' ability to simplify complex security requirements through essential, on-premise-ready features gives us a clear edge in helping customers adopt Zero Trust quickly and cost-effectively.' Visit Genians at GISEC 2025 Visit us at Booth H1.2, Hall 4, and discover how 20 years of trusted innovation is enabling AI-driven cybersecurity to shape the future of digital security across the Middle East. About Genians Genians (KOSDAQ: 263860) is a leading provider of NAC-driven ZTNA solutions that deliver a fundamental cybersecurity platform. By leveraging Device Platform Intelligence (DPI), Network Access Control (NAC), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Genians empowers organizations to establish a trusted path for secure access across all connected devices. Since its inception in 2005, Genians has served over 5,000 customers spanning diverse industries and organizational sizes, including Fortune 500 enterprises, government agencies, military installations, critical infrastructure, finance, healthcare, education, and more. Committed to fostering a stronger security culture globally, Genians collaborates with industry leaders and communities worldwide. RAS Infotech Limited was established in the year 1998 with offices in India and UAE with the sole purpose of providing comprehensive network security and network management solutions to customers across the Indian Sub-Continent and MENA region. RAS has over 1,000 satisfied clients since 20 years of its inception. It is due to the efforts of its sales and support teams, as well as consulting professionals, that these clients have renewed their trust in RAS year after year.
Business Wire
29-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Genians Celebrates Global Partner Achievements and Expands International Presence
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Genians, a leader in Universal ZTNA solutions, proudly honors its top global partners for 2024 while accelerating its international expansion. Through strong collaboration with partners worldwide, Genians continues to drive the global adoption of its Zero Trust Access Platform, powered by Device Platform Intelligence (DPI), Network Access Control (NAC), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR). Genians is committed to empowering our partners by expanding our cybersecurity portfolio — building on the proven success of NAC to deliver ZTNA, EDR, and more. Share Across key regions, Genians recognizes: EMEA: RAS Infotech is recognized for delivering the strongest year-over-year revenue growth, particularly across healthcare, financial services, and the global home furnishings retail sector. APAC: BlueZebra is recognized for driving one of the fastest and most impactful market expansions, particularly within Thailand's public sector, including the electric utility and military segments. South America: Deloitte is honored for leading the transition to cloud-managed NAC and accelerating ZTNA adoption, securing major accounts across financial services and the mining and chemical industries. Central America: Lynx Shield Technologies is recognized for setting a new benchmark in regional growth and expanding engagement with government customers. Genians also names Computer Integration Technologies, Inc. (CIT) as its Rising Star in North America. CIT provides tailored IT solutions across healthcare, education, manufacturing, government, non-profit, and retail sectors. Genians will join CIT at TechCon 2025 to further strengthen collaboration and drive innovation. Award recipients were selected based on a comprehensive assessment of revenue growth, customer impact, and strategic execution throughout 2024. 'The achievements of our global partners underscore the power of trusted collaboration and innovation,' said Sail Na, Head of Global Sales at Genians. 'We remain committed to empowering our partners as we expand our cybersecurity portfolio, building on the proven success of NAC to deliver ZTNA, EDR, and beyond.' To support its growing global ecosystem, Genians has opened a new regional office in Dubai to enhance services across the Middle East and Africa. Additionally, Genians has established a Global Technical Support Hub in India to provide faster, localized support to enterprise customers worldwide. Organizations seeking to expand their cybersecurity business with Genians are encouraged to contact: For more information, visit About Genians Genians (KOSDAQ: 263860) is a leading provider of NAC-driven ZTNA solutions that deliver a fundamental cybersecurity platform. By leveraging Device Platform Intelligence (DPI), Network Access Control (NAC), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Genians empowers organizations to establish a trusted path for secure access across all connected devices. Since its inception in 2005, Genians has served over 5,000 customers spanning diverse industries and organizational sizes, including Fortune 500 enterprises, government agencies, military installations, critical infrastructure, finance, healthcare, education, and more. Committed to fostering a stronger security culture globally, Genians collaborates with industry leaders and communities worldwide.
Associated Press
29-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Genians Celebrates Global Partner Achievements and Expands International Presence
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 29, 2025-- Genians, a leader in Universal ZTNA solutions, proudly honors its top global partners for 2024 while accelerating its international expansion. Through strong collaboration with partners worldwide, Genians continues to drive the global adoption of its Zero Trust Access Platform, powered by Device Platform Intelligence (DPI), Network Access Control (NAC), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR). Across key regions, Genians recognizes: Genians also names Computer Integration Technologies, Inc. (CIT) as its Rising Star in North America. CIT provides tailored IT solutions across healthcare, education, manufacturing, government, non-profit, and retail sectors. Genians will join CIT at TechCon 2025 to further strengthen collaboration and drive innovation. Award recipients were selected based on a comprehensive assessment of revenue growth, customer impact, and strategic execution throughout 2024. 'The achievements of our global partners underscore the power of trusted collaboration and innovation,' said Sail Na, Head of Global Sales at Genians. 'We remain committed to empowering our partners as we expand our cybersecurity portfolio, building on the proven success of NAC to deliver ZTNA, EDR, and beyond.' To support its growing global ecosystem, Genians has opened a new regional office in Dubai to enhance services across the Middle East and Africa. Additionally, Genians has established a Global Technical Support Hub in India to provide faster, localized support to enterprise customers worldwide. Organizations seeking to expand their cybersecurity business with Genians are encouraged to contact: For more information, visit About Genians Genians (KOSDAQ: 263860) is a leading provider of NAC-driven ZTNA solutions that deliver a fundamental cybersecurity platform. By leveraging Device Platform Intelligence (DPI), Network Access Control (NAC), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Genians empowers organizations to establish a trusted path for secure access across all connected devices. Since its inception in 2005, Genians has served over 5,000 customers spanning diverse industries and organizational sizes, including Fortune 500 enterprises, government agencies, military installations, critical infrastructure, finance, healthcare, education, and more. Committed to fostering a stronger security culture globally, Genians collaborates with industry leaders and communities worldwide. View source version on [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA CALIFORNIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: NETWORKS SECURITY MOBILE/WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY SOFTWARE SOURCE: Genians Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 04/29/2025 10:47 AM/DISC: 04/29/2025 10:46 AM
Associated Press
14-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
AI-Powered Converged Network and Security for Smart Manufacturing: Genians and Ramen Partner Up
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 14, 2025-- Genians, a proven innovator in Universal Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and Ramen Inc., a leader in AI-powered Network-as-a-Service (NaaS), today announced a strategic partnership to deliver an AI-powered converged network and security platform. The solution is designed to provide reliable, secure connectivity across both traditional (carpeted) enterprise spaces and industrial (uncarpeted) environments. This partnership addresses the increasing complexity of IT, OT, and cloud environments, where fragmented tools fall short in delivering the agility, visibility, and automation needed for secure and connected operations. Aligning Networking and Security for the Modern Enterprise Genians and Ramen will deliver a future-ready solution that provides end-to-end network lifecycle management—from design to deployment—along with real-time visibility, automated policy enforcement and remediation, and scalable Zero Trust architecture, all powered by AI. Key features of the converged platform include: Built for IT, SecOps, and OT Environments This collaboration is designed to support modern enterprise environments—from corporate campuses to industrial sites such as factories, warehouses, and remote locations. With conversational AI interfaces, IT and security teams gain the ability to act quickly and decisively—without added complexity or delay. 'This partnership represents a significant step forward in converging network services with cybersecurity,' said Prashant Kumar, COO of Ramen Inc. 'Together, we're enabling enterprises to simplify operations while strengthening security.' 'For more than two decades, Genians has supported over 5,000 enterprises as they've evolved from IT to OT and beyond,' said Kyeyeon Kim, CTO of Genians. 'This collaboration allows us to accelerate that evolution—helping organizations adopt AI-driven networking and Zero Trust security in tandem.' Meet Us at RSAC 2025 The joint solution will be showcased at RSA Conference 2025, South Expo Booth #342. Visit us to experience a live demo and engage directly with the Ramen and Genians teams to explore how AI-powered networking and Zero Trust security come together in a single, converged platform. About Genians Genians (KOSDAQ: 263860) is a leading provider of NAC-driven ZTNA solutions that deliver a fundamental cybersecurity platform. By leveraging Device Platform Intelligence (DPI), Network Access Control (NAC), and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Genians empowers organizations to establish a trusted path for secure access across all connected devices. Since its inception in 2005, Genians has served over 5,000 customers spanning diverse industries and organizational sizes, including Fortune 500 enterprises, government agencies, military installations, critical infrastructure, finance, healthcare, education, and more. Committed to fostering a stronger security culture globally, Genians collaborates with industry leaders and communities worldwide. About Ramen Inc. Ramen Inc. is redefining enterprise connectivity with its pioneering Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform, designed for the evolving needs of the modern, uncarpeted enterprise. Offering a unified, wireless-transport-agnostic infrastructure that integrates Wi-Fi 6/7, private cellular (4G/5G, CBRS), and 5G mmWave, Ramen delivers always-on, secure, and scalable networking—indoors and outdoors, at a fraction of the cost of traditional solutions. View source version on [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA CALIFORNIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SECURITY DATA ANALYTICS TECHNOLOGY SOFTWARE NETWORKS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SOURCE: Genians Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 04/14/2025 10:47 AM/DISC: 04/14/2025 10:47 AM
