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Wireless Security: WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA3 Explained

eSecurity Planet

To prevent unwanted access and protect data in transit, wireless connections must be secured with strong authentication procedures, encryption protocols, access control rules, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and other security measures. As a result, wireless networks are prone to eavesdropping, illegal access and theft.

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Data Encryption for Cloud Backup Security

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This is why data encryption is the most vital key to cloud security. Encrypted data cannot be accessed in a readable format, even if it is intercepted while in transfer online. 65% of those surveyed also recognize that encryption is the most effective security control for cloud data.

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OnionPoison: infected Tor Browser installer distributed through popular YouTube channel

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Visual Studio 2003 – 7.10 In response to the POST request, the C2 server returns a blob containing an encrypted second stage payload. The DLL also encrypts the request body by first encrypting it with a pseudorandom AES-128 (ECB) key and then encrypting the AES key with an RSA public key specified in the configuration.

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Rainbow Table Attacks and Cryptanalytic Defenses

eSecurity Planet

Rainbow table attacks are an older but still effective tactic for threat actors targeting password database vulnerabilities. Rainbow table attacks are an effective tactic for threat actors targeting password database vulnerabilities presenting inadequate privacy and security functionality. Cryptology: Cryptography vs Cryptanalysis.

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15 Top Cybersecurity Certifications for 2022

eSecurity Planet

The CEH certification from the EC-Council was introduced in 2003 and is now in version 11. Key skills acquired include managing and encrypting a zero-trust environment, deploying VPNs and SSL/SSH encryption, analyzing firewall logs and configuring security controls, and mitigating vulnerabilities using packet capture and analysis.

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What is a Rainbow Table Attack and How Can You Prevent It?

eSecurity Planet

Rainbow table attacks are an older but still effective tactic for threat actors targeting password database vulnerabilities. Rainbow table attacks are an effective tactic for threat actors targeting password database vulnerabilities presenting inadequate privacy and security functionality. Cryptology: Cryptography vs Cryptanalysis.

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Top Cybersecurity Accounts to Follow on Twitter

eSecurity Planet

Normally account take overs are due to insecure passwords or recovery options, this is definitely something different. If the US government dictating iPhone encryption design sounds ok to you, ask yourself how you'll feel when China demands the same. Enable 2FA and get a password manager. Eugene Kaspersky | @e_kaspersky.