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Bypass describes attacker methods that circumvent specific security controls, such as authentication checks, input validation, or detection systems, without directly exploiting the underlying vulnerability. These techniques often leverage design flaws, misconfigurations, or protocol weaknesses to evade protections like firewalls, multi-factor authentication, or antivirus scanning.
Bypassing controls can enable unauthorized access, data exfiltration, or persistent presence while avoiding alerts, complicating detection and response. Effective defense requires layered security measures, rigorous configuration management, and continuous validation of control effectiveness to identify and close bypass paths before attackers exploit them.
ASUS has released a new firmware update that addresses a vulnerability impacting seven router models that allow remote attackers to log in to devices. [...]
An analysis of a hybrid biometric access system from Chinese manufacturer ZKTeco has uncovered two dozen security flaws that could be used by attackers to defeat authentication, steal biometric data, and even deploy malicious backdoors
A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit for a critical Veeam Recovery Orchestrator authentication bypass vulnerability tracked as CVE-2024-29855 has been released, elevating the risk of being exploited in attacks. [...]
A series of vulnerabilities could enable an attacker to bypass the Chinese manufacturer’s biometric access systems
Vulnerabilities Could Lead to Unauthorized Data Access and ManipulationHalf a dozen vulnerabilities in a moderately priced Netgear router could allow attackers to bypass authentication, putting home users and small businesses at risk. The flaws could cause unauthorized access, network manipulation and exposure of sensitive data.
A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit for a Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager authentication bypass flaw tracked as CVE-2024-29849 is now publicly available, making it urgent that admins apply the latest security updates. [...]