eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Major cloud service providers have generally had good security , so cloud users can be pretty confident in the security of their data and applications if they get their part right. Authentication guarantees that users are who they say they are, typically through usernames and passwords or multi-factor authentication (MFA).

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Prevention: Require multi-factor authentication (MFA) , educate users on password security, and regularly monitor accounts for suspicious activities. Implement Network Segmentation: Create virtual LANs ( VLANs ) to reduce the attack surface, enabling specific security rules, access restrictions, and firewalls for each network segment.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 30, 2024

Known Disruption & Damages Ransomware attackers used stolen credentials to access a Change Healthcare Citrix portal setup without any multi-factor authentication (MFA) protection. If you don’t have the resources to act, explore outsourcing as an option for improved security and read about managed security service providers (MSSPs).

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 30, 2024

Next, the IT team sets up access controls and data encryption methods, followed by network security configuration and cloud activities monitoring. An effective cloud security management fully works through a combination of the technical controls, rules, and procedures that specify how to use and safeguard your cloud resources.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Implementing these best practices will not only protect DNS but also network security in general because properly protected DNS can also protect email, endpoints, and other network systems from attack. Since these protocols do not cost money to implement, these will usually be the first steps taken to improve DNS security.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Further reading on ransomware protection and recovery : How to Recover From a Ransomware Attack Best Ransomware Removal Tools Best Ransomware Removal and Recovery Services Best Backup Solutions for Ransomware Protection. Healthcare Security Defenses.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

That means you need to have a plan for responding to attacks that break through even the most secure defenses. In fact, one survey found that 83% of professionals working in information security experienced a phishing attack last year. On the front end, they look like forms where a user might enter authentication credentials.

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McAfee

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Today, enterprises tend to use multiple layers of security defenses, ranging from perimeter defense on network entry points to host based security solutions deployed at the end user’s machines to counter the ever-increasing threats. Executive Summary. Account Discovery, Reconnaissance.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Password manager : Stores passwords securely, enforces quality, permits safe internal and external sharing, and ties into HR software for effective off-boarding of users. Multi-factor authentication : Protects stolen credentials against use by requiring more than a simple username and password combination for access to resources.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption Tools and IT Security Fundamental protocols incorporate encryption to automatically protect data and include internet protocol security (IPSec), Kerberos, Secure Shell (SSH), and the transmission control protocol (TCP). However, key rotation also adds complexity. It was updated by Chad Kime on December 7, 2023.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2023

Get the Free Cybersecurity Newsletter Strengthen your organization's IT security defenses by keeping up to date on the latest cybersecurity news, solutions, and best practices. For IT services and infrastructure, some larger MSPs will provide generalist services and attempt to solve all problems.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2023

Get the Free Cybersecurity Newsletter Strengthen your organization's IT security defenses by keeping up to date on the latest cybersecurity news, solutions, and best practices. For IT services and infrastructure, some larger MSPs will provide generalist services and attempt to solve all problems.

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