SonicWall Urges Customers to Reset Login Credentials After Configuration Backup Files Exposed CyberDudeBivash Authority Report

Executive Summary SonicWall confirmed a security incident in which firewall configuration backup files stored in some MySonicWall accounts were accessed without authorization . The company says it cut off attacker access , is working with law enforcement, and is urging customers to reset all credentials and secrets referenced in those backups . Exposed configs can contain admin passwords, VPN creds, shared secrets, certificates, and network details —enough to enable rapid network compromise if not rotated immediately. SonicWall +2 BleepingComputer +2 What happened (quick facts) SonicWall detected suspicious activity against its cloud backup service for firewalls , confirmed unauthorized access to some backup files, and published mandatory remediation steps (“ Essential Credential Reset ”). SonicWall +1 Public reporting notes the exposure impacted a subset of customers; SonicWall states attacker access has been terminated and investigations continue with authorities. Ble...