eSecurity Planet

MARCH 4, 2021

One reality of managing large organizations involves collecting massive amounts of sensitive data that is stored and managed in databases. In this article, we cover some database security best practices that can help keep your databases safe from attackers. Password hashes should be stored encrypted and salted.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 16, 2022

The only backup people ever regret is the one they didn't make, so read Microsoft's short guide to Backup and Restore in Windows , and get yours working on day one. Backups are your last line of defense against system-altering malware, like ransomware or wipers, as well as bad software updates, and hardware failure or theft.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 5, 2023

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a fundamental component of best practices for account security. It is a universal method employed for both personal and corporate user accounts globally. But that is not the full story; there are numerous other variations of MFA that I will delve into in this article.

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Hacker's King

MAY 20, 2023

By combining something you know(like a password) with something you have(such as a verification code), 2FA adds an extra layer of protection to your online accounts. In this article, we’ll explore some lesser-known methods that hackers may use to bypass 2FA. However, like any security system, 2FA is not foolproof.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In this article, we will explore the motivations of the hackers, which threat actors target which data, how to protect yourself or your organization against these threat actors, and most importantly what these threat actors do with your data. There are some other ways to make money from data described further in the article.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Use the 3-2-1 backup rule. Periodically, at least once a quarter, review the security settings of your social media accounts and the apps linked to them. Even harmless details, such as pet names or birthplaces, can be used by hackers to reset passwords. Be vigilant about duplicate accounts of people you know.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2022

In this article, we will discuss 15 of the most important cybersecurity measures. This means that in addition to your password, you will also need a second factor, such as a code from a key fob or a fingerprint, to access your data. Use a password manager. Authentication. Monitor your activity.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 24, 2022

In the article I’ll tell you how you can secure your Mac for your kids, and what I found useful about Apple’s safety features. The only backup people ever regret is the one they didn't make. Install a password manager. A password manager is software for creating and remember strong passwords.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 16, 2023

It encompasses various forms of cybercrime and online harm, including cyberstalking, tracking, hacking accounts and intimate image abuse. This can happen in several ways: requesting an itemized phone bill, physically accessing your devices, installing spyware, or hacking into accounts linked to your device.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 15, 2024

Employ robust password management techniques, two-factor authentication (2FA), and regular backups of essential data. Check out our article on SaaS security checklist and learn how to create one. In addition to securing internal assets, you also need to ensure SaaS data is protected.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

If you submit a payment, log in to an account, or subscribe to a newsletter, an SSL certificate will prevent cybercriminals from stealing that information in transit. To fully protect your website, we recommend the following: Create backups regularly. Use strong, unique passwords. What is an SSL certificate and what does it do?

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 6, 2020

Organizations in the throes of cleaning up after a ransomware outbreak typically will change passwords for all user accounts that have access to any email systems, servers and desktop workstations within their network. Multiple personal and business banking portals; -Microsoft Office365 accounts. Shipping and postage accounts.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 25, 2022

Because RDP server hosts can access and manage remote devices, including sensitive clients, the threat posed by RDP attacks can’t be overstated. As remote desktop solutions are prevalent among IT and managed service providers (MSP), downstream clients can be at risk, as Kaseya experienced in 2021.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption can also be found incorporated into a variety of network security and cloud security solutions, such as cloud access security brokers (CASB), next-generation firewalls (NGFW), password managers , virtual private networks (VPN), and web application firewalls (WAF). However, key rotation also adds complexity.

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Adam Shostack

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Yesterday, Yahoo disclosed that attackers broke into Yahoo in 2013 and stole details on a billion accounts. Yahoo says users should change their passwords and security questions and answers for any other accounts on which they used the same or similar information used for their Yahoo account. So: use a password manager.

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