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Microsoft Defender uses Intel TDT technology against crypto-mining malware

Security Affairs

Microsoft announced an improvement of its Defender antivirus that will leverage Intel’s Threat Detection Technology (TDT) to detect processes associated with crypto-miners. ” reads the announcement published by Microsoft.

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GUEST ESSAY: The case for engaging in ‘threat hunting’ — and how to do it effectively

The Last Watchdog

Threat hunting is the practice of actively seeking out dangers to cyber security by detecting and eliminating new and emerging threats that are able to evade preventative controls such as firewalls and antivirus software. SIEMs vs. UEBAs. Patience, persistence required.

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Cybersecurity for Small Businesses: 7 Best Practices for Securing Your Business Data

Cytelligence

Firewall and Antivirus Protection: Install and maintain a reputable firewall and antivirus software on all your computers and networks. These tools can help detect and block malicious activities and malware. Regular Software Updates and Patches: Keep your operating systems, applications, and software up to date. WPA2 or WPA3).

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EDR, MDR, XDR: Choosing the right solution for your business

Digital Shadows

It uses a combination of techniques such as signature-based detection, behavioral analysis, and machine-learning algorithms to detect and respond to security threats. This is a more advanced detection of threats beyond what may be caught by traditional antivirus. What Are the Benefits of EDR? What Is MDR? 

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Best Incident Response Tools and Services for 2021

eSecurity Planet

The full Cynet Prevention & Detection platform leverages Cynet Sensor Fusion to provide integrated antivirus, endpoint detection and response , network analytics, deception and user behavioral analytics. ManagedXDR enables the team to deal with an increasing workload and threat volume. FireEye Mandiant.

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5 Endpoint security tips for the holidays

CyberSecurity Insiders

Since endpoints are the biggest entry point for breaches , businesses need to make sure they are protected with comprehensive endpoint security that includes next generation antivirus, endpoint protection, and endpoint detection and response. Provide employee training and awareness.

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XDR: Next-Level Prevention and Detection

Security Boulevard

Investigating and connecting individual alerts to events often takes days. And, once threats are discovered, the time required to understand the breadth of the attack and. Security professionals are inundated with thousands of alerts per day generated by a growing number of cybersecurity tools.