Amazon ECS as a new target for crypto miners?
In an article published by Datadog Security Labs, the authors share their experiences with cloud security threats, particularly focusing on cryptocurrency mining on the AWS ECS platform. The case presented demonstrates how attackers can exploit cloud services for unauthorized crypto mining, leading to significant financial losses for organizations. The research team uncovered specific vulnerabilities in applications utilizing ECS and detailed how these vulnerabilities were exploited by cybercriminals. Emphasis was placed on the importance of monitoring and auditing cloud resources to quickly identify and eliminate such unauthorized activities. The article also provides practical tips on securing cloud resources against these types of threats, making it a valuable resource for IT security professionals.