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5 Linux malware families SMBs should protect themselves against

Malwarebytes

There’s no shortage of reasons why an SMB might use Linux to run their business: There are plenty of distros to choose from, it’s (generally) free, and perhaps above all — it’s secure. The common wisdom goes that Linux malware is rare, and for the most part this is true. Cloud Snooper. How it works. How it works. HiddenWasp.

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MITRE ResilienCyCon: You Will Be Breached So Be Ready

eSecurity Planet

The conference’s focus on cyber resilience doesn’t mean that organizations should abandon core security defenses like EDR , access control and firewalls , but they should be prepared for the advanced threats that will, at some point, get past them. Backup Is Hard. MSSPs Fare Well in First MITRE Evaluations.

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Best Ransomware Protection

Hacker Combat

Let’s look at some of the best ransomware protection measures; Regular Data Backup. The best ransomware protection combines solid, layered security defenses with data backups that an attacker can’t encrypt. Regular updates patch any security vulnerabilities as quickly as possible so hackers won’t exploit them.

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How Secure Is Cloud Storage? Features, Risks, & Protection

eSecurity Planet

When assessing the overall security of cloud storage and choosing a solution tailored to your business, it helps to determine its features, potential risks, security measures, and other considerations. How to Secure Cloud Storage Data While cloud storage has many advantages, you must address its weak points to secure data.

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How to Prevent Malware: 15 Best Practices for Malware Prevention

eSecurity Planet

Malware attacks pose a significant risk to both individuals and businesses, infiltrating computer systems, compromising sensitive data and disrupting operations, leading to financial and data loss — and even extortion. Here are 15 important controls and best practices for preventing malware.

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A Ransomware Group Claims to Have Breached the Foxconn Factory

Hacker Combat

After a severe ransomware assault has hit them, they devote the necessary time and money to strengthening their cyber security defenses. The malware’s capacity to increase over a network may be limited. To detect attacks, scan all emails and conduct regular data backups.

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Are You Certain Your Website is Secure from Cyberattacks?

SiteLock

Obscurity should never be your only security defense. Use a website scanner to find SEO spam, vulnerabilities and malware on your website or blog. Be sure to use a scanner that can automatically remove the malware from your site. Make sure to do frequent backups on your website. Scan for Clarity. Block Ambiguity.