Inside the Security Gaps of a Digital Lending Firm—And What You Can Learn

Inside the Security Gaps of a Digital Lending Firm—And What You Can Learn
A recent analysis by CloudSEK’s BeVigil revealed significant security misconfigurations in a digital lending firm’s infrastructure, exposing sensitive data and increasing the risk of phishing attacks. The blog outlines recommended actions for organizations to improve their security posture.
Affected: digital lending firms, cybersecurity sector

Keypoints :

  • CloudSEK’s BeVigil identified security misconfigurations in a digital lending firm.
  • Many APIs were found publicly accessible, exposing sensitive data.
  • Improper email settings increased vulnerability to phishing attacks.
  • Unprotected APIs pose threats to business operations and can disrupt services.
  • Recommendations for organizations include securing APIs, fixing email configurations, and regular system scanning.

MITRE Techniques :

  • TA0001 – Initial Access: Unauthenticated API endpoints allowed access without login.
  • TA0001 – Phishing: Insecure email configurations increase susceptibility to phishing campaigns.
  • TA0007 – Discovery: Misconfigured DNS and APIs expose sensitive information.
  • TA0040 – Impact: Unsecured APIs could lead to operational disruption.

Indicator of Compromise :



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