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How to Configure a Router to Use WPA2 in 7 Easy Steps

eSecurity Planet

To protect against those threats, a Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) encryption protocol is recommended. And even though it’s been around since 2004, WPA2 remains the Wi-Fi security standard. WPA2 is a security protocol that secures wireless networks using the advanced encryption standard (AES).

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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. What is Wireless Security?

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The Five-Step PCI DSS 4.0 Transition Checklist

CyberSecurity Insiders

First launched in 2004 and updated most recently in 2018, the PCI Data Security (PCI DSS) standard is continually updated to reflect the evolving challenges of the cyberthreat landscape. Requirement 4: Less specificity on the type of encryption used means your organization is freer to follow industry best practices. and PCI v4.0:

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Resilient Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) and Strong Passwords

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

So in 2004, the President of the United States designated October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Resilient Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) and Strong Passwords. Tue, 10/04/2022 - 05:20. Raising awareness is essential for everyone.

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PCI Audit – Checklist & Requirements

Centraleyes

Established by the main major credit card financial companies back in 2004 (American Express, Discover Financial Services, JCB International, Mastercard and Visa), the standard has evolved over the years and is currently at version 4.0. Important Note: PCI DSS current version, Version 3.2.1, in March of 2024. Key Modifications PCI DSS 4.0

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Cloud Bucket Vulnerability Management in 2021

eSecurity Planet

Since 2004, there have been 11,000 US data breaches. This increasing investment and reliance on cloud technology means that targeting misconfiguration for users isn’t going away. The good news: most cloud bucket vulnerabilities are due to misconfiguration and are manageable with appropriate attention to detail.

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FISMA Compliance: A Complete Guide to Navigating Low, Moderate, and High Levels

Centraleyes

The impact level categorizations defined in the context of FISMA standards compliance, particularly as outlined in FIPS-199, were established by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). ” FIPS-199 was first published in February 2004. NIST is a non-regulatory agency of the U.S.

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