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F5 Breach, Linux Malware, and Hacking Banks - BTS #63

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Below the Surface (Audio) - The Supply Chain Security Podcast
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Oct 30, 2025
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Summary

Summary In this episode of Below the Surface, Paul Asadoorian and Chase Snyder delve into various cybersecurity topics, including the use of Raspberry Pi in cyber attacks, the implications of the F5 breach, and the emergence of Polar Edge malware targeting QNAP devices. They also discuss the innovative Two-Face Rust binary technique, the critical nature of authentication bypass vulnerabilities, and the evolving landscape of air-gapped systems. The conversation highlights the increasing risk posed by old vulnerabilities and the need for improved security measures in the face of advancing cyber threats. Articles: https://reporter.deepspecter.com/f5-is-misleading-the-market-the-breach-is-nowhere-near-contained-a766d932c582 https://blog.sekoia.io/polaredge-backdoor-qnap-cve-2023-20118-analysis/ https://www.group-ib.com/blog/unc2891-bank-heist/ https://www.synacktiv.com/en/publications/creating-a-two-face-rust-binary-on-linux https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000382899/dsa-2025-393-security-update-for-storage-center-dell-storage-manager-vulnerabilities https://www.trendmicro.com/en_us/research/25/j/operation-zero-disco-cisco-snmp-vulnerability-exploit.html