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In today’s hyper-connected financial ecosystem, a single compromised vendor can jeopardize the security of an entire banking infrastructure. CloudSEK’s SVigil platform uncovered exposed credentials belonging to a key third-party communication provider, putting millions in operational credit, sensitive customer data, and critical cloud infrastructure at risk. This real-time discovery not only thwarted a large-scale breach but also highlighted glaring gaps in cloud access controls, MFA implementation, and vendor security hygiene. Dive into this case study to understand how SVigil turned a potential cyber catastrophe into a story of resilience and rapid response.
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Schedule a DemoFinancial institutions rely on third-party vendors for communication and customer engagement platforms, but these dependencies can quietly introduce serious cybersecurity risks. CloudSEK’s Supply Chain Monitoring platform, SVigil, uncovered exposed credentials belonging to a key supplier of a major banking entity. These credentials granted access to a centralized communications portal, exposing sensitive customer data, call recordings, and critical cloud infrastructure.
SVigil’s timely discovery enabled proactive risk mitigation, preventing misuse of sensitive cloud configurations and millions in operational credit—safeguarding both infrastructure and customer trust.
During continuous scanning for vendor-related threats, CloudSEK’s SVigil platform detected compromised credentials belonging to employees of a third-party communication service provider. These credentials granted access to the Central Portal, a vital interface used for campaign orchestration, contact center operations, and cloud infrastructure configuration.
The exposed access led to the discovery of a severe data breach affecting prominent banking entities, including access to critical systems and sensitive data of major banking entityBank. The breach risked operational disruption, data theft, and unauthorized communication with customers.
Platform Affected: Central Portal of a Communication Service Provider
Modules Exposed: Flows, Campaigns, Emergency Notifications, Reports, Setup, Cloud Accounts
Critical Exposure:
Source of Credentials: Credential dump on dark web.
Portal Features & Risks:
Samples from pcpl-speech-to-text Storage Bucket:
Over recent months, the United States has faced a surge in cyber attacks, with ransomware incidents rising sharply from June to October 2024. Prominent groups, including Play, RansomHub, Lockbit, Qilin, and Meow, have targeted sectors such as Business Services, Manufacturing, IT, and Healthcare, compromising over 800 organizations. Major attacks included a breach of the City of Columbus by Rhysida ransomware and data leaks impacting Virginia’s Department of Elections and Healthcare.gov. Additionally, China’s "Salt Typhoon" espionage campaign is aggressively targeting U.S. ISPs, further complicating the cyber threat landscape. Hacktivist groups advocating pro-Russian and pro-Palestinian positions have also increased their attacks, affecting government entities and critical infrastructure. This report highlights the need for enhanced security protocols, regular audits, and public awareness initiatives to mitigate the growing cyber risks. Key recommendations include implementing multi-factor authentication, frequent employee training, and advanced threat monitoring to safeguard the nation's critical infrastructure and public trust.
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In today’s hyper-connected financial ecosystem, a single compromised vendor can jeopardize the security of an entire banking infrastructure. CloudSEK’s SVigil platform uncovered exposed credentials belonging to a key third-party communication provider, putting millions in operational credit, sensitive customer data, and critical cloud infrastructure at risk. This real-time discovery not only thwarted a large-scale breach but also highlighted glaring gaps in cloud access controls, MFA implementation, and vendor security hygiene. Dive into this case study to understand how SVigil turned a potential cyber catastrophe into a story of resilience and rapid response.
Financial institutions rely on third-party vendors for communication and customer engagement platforms, but these dependencies can quietly introduce serious cybersecurity risks. CloudSEK’s Supply Chain Monitoring platform, SVigil, uncovered exposed credentials belonging to a key supplier of a major banking entity. These credentials granted access to a centralized communications portal, exposing sensitive customer data, call recordings, and critical cloud infrastructure.
SVigil’s timely discovery enabled proactive risk mitigation, preventing misuse of sensitive cloud configurations and millions in operational credit—safeguarding both infrastructure and customer trust.
During continuous scanning for vendor-related threats, CloudSEK’s SVigil platform detected compromised credentials belonging to employees of a third-party communication service provider. These credentials granted access to the Central Portal, a vital interface used for campaign orchestration, contact center operations, and cloud infrastructure configuration.
The exposed access led to the discovery of a severe data breach affecting prominent banking entities, including access to critical systems and sensitive data of major banking entityBank. The breach risked operational disruption, data theft, and unauthorized communication with customers.
Platform Affected: Central Portal of a Communication Service Provider
Modules Exposed: Flows, Campaigns, Emergency Notifications, Reports, Setup, Cloud Accounts
Critical Exposure:
Source of Credentials: Credential dump on dark web.
Portal Features & Risks:
Samples from pcpl-speech-to-text Storage Bucket: