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How to Prevent DNS Attacks: DNS Security Best Practices

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When a DNS server makes a request to a DNS resolver, the DNS resolver will download and check the public encryption key to verify the authenticity and accuracy of the IP address associated with the requested URL address. DNS Server Hardening DNS server hardening can be very complex and specific to the surrounding architecture.

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What Is a SaaS Security Checklist? Tips & Free Template

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We’ve designed a customizable template to help you develop your own SaaS security checklist. Click the image below to download the full template. Click to download Once you’ve finalized your checklist, respond ‘Yes’ to each checklist item if the listed policy, feature, or functionality is available and properly set.

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How To Set Up a Firewall in 8 Easy Steps + Best Practices

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A successful firewall setup and deployment requires careful design, implementation, and maintenance to effectively improve your network integrity and data security. Verify that the chosen firewall can meet your security standards and functions. Check out our guide on firewall policy steps and download our free template.

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Cloud Security Fundamentals: Understanding the Basics

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Protect Your Data To avoid unauthorized access and data loss, NIST encourages data protection measures, including encryption, backups, and secure storage methods. Implement regular backups: Set up automated backup systems to produce or recover copies of cloud-stored data on a regular basis in the case of data loss or corruption.

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What Is Encryption? Definition, How it Works, & Examples

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NIST continues to encourage the development of lightweight cryptography that can be used in constrained environments and researchers also continue to explore new types of hardware (microchips, architecture, etc.) Lost keys can be mitigated by centralized controls and prevention of the download and use of unauthorized encryption software.

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What Is Integrated Risk Management? Definition & Implementation

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In our examples, the clothing brand secures a segregated design team with physical locks on the doors, extra computer security to prevent digital theft, and a backup solution for their marketing data. Adopt IRM to embed risk awareness throughout the organization and create a more secure and aligned culture.

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