Security Boulevard

MAY 4, 2021

Business Size Doesn’t Matter Whether a business is a start-up or a larger corporate organisation, all companies are at risk of a cyber-attack. Yet, these risks can be mitigated by educating workforces on the modern threat landscape and the existing risks.

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Troy Hunt

DECEMBER 17, 2017

Let's get started with one I raised multiple times whilst sitting in front of Congress - education. This is due to mistakes in the code (usually non-parameterised SQL queries) and to this day, it remains the number one risk in the OWASP Top 10. Education is the Best ROI on Security Spend. Data Breaches Occur Due to Human Error.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 17, 2023

Here are a few of the top security weaknesses that threaten organizations today: Poor risk management. A lack of a risk management program or support from senior management is a glaring weakness in your cybersecurity strategy. Tick-in-the-box training. Weak access controls.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 13, 2023

London, July 13, 2023 — Beazley, the leading specialist insurer, today published its latest Risk & Resilience report: Spotlight on: Cyber & Technology Risks 2023. Yet, boardroom focus on cyber risk appears to be diminishing. trillion by 2025, a 300% increase since 2015 1.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 31, 2022

The FBI is warning academics to be on their guard, as an embattled education sector continues to experience attacks and breaches, with data spilling onto the so-called dark web. Prices of stolen accounts ranged from “a few to multiple thousands of US dollars.” ” Keeping the education sector safe: an uphill struggle.

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Centraleyes

MAY 27, 2024

But here’s the statistic that should fuel discussion among policymakers and risk managers: Despite the widespread usage and adoption rate across all respondents, only 23% believe their employer would approve of them using Generative AI for work purposes. Let’s delve into the shadows and explore the risks associated with shadow AI.

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Webroot

JANUARY 19, 2022

Webroot ® Security Awareness Training offers your business an easy to implement training program that helps to reduce the risk of security breaches. Reports can be shared with management to show progress and accountability. Why Webroot? Fully customizable phishing simulator. Trackable campaigns.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2021

On March 16, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a “Flash” alert on PYSA ransomware after an uptick on attacks this month against institutions in the education sector, particularly higher ed, K-12, and seminaries. And this isn’t just limited to ransomware attacks. Disable hyperlinks in received emails.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 10, 2022

Even though World Password Day is over, it's never too late to remind your end-users that weak, unimaginative, and easy-to-guess passwords—like "123456," "qwerty," and, well… "password"—are poor options for securing accounts and devices. Poor password management creates unnecessary risk for your users and your organization.

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Duo's Security Blog

MAY 27, 2021

That the purpose of security is to “enable the business” — which for higher education means supporting teaching, learning, research, and operational efficiencies. What does transparency look like in higher education? We trust people when they are honest, reliable and accountable for their behavior.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

LinkedIn knows it has a problem with bots and fake accounts, and has acknowledged this on more than one occasion. In 2018, LinkedIn rolled out a way to automatically detect fake accounts. Accounts with positive detections will be removed before they can be used to reach out to members. What's new? Profiles with bad grammar.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

.–( BUSINESS WIRE )–Orca Security, the cloud security innovation leader, today launched the Orca Cloud Risk Encyclopedia to serve as a global resource for practitioners and researchers throughout the InfoSec community. Cloud Security and Transparency in Cybersecurity Resources: About the Orca Cloud Risk Encyclopedia.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 17, 2023

As a result, cybersecurity has become a top priority for organisations of all sizes, and the C-suite, including CEOs, CFOs, CIOs, and CISOs, plays a critical role in managing and mitigating cyber risk. Email remains the primary communication tool for businesses, but it also poses significant security risks.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 5, 2022

Let’s walk through some practical steps organizations can take today, implementing zero trust and remote access strategies to help reduce ransomware risks: •Obvious, but difficult – get end users to stop clicking unknown links and visiting random websites that they know little about, an educational challenge. Food for thought, eh!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 8, 2023

When most people think about social media and cybersecurity, they typically think about hackers taking over Instagram accounts or Facebook Messenger scammers taking private information. The Identity Theft Resource Center’s 2022 Consumer Impact Report revealed that social media account takeovers have grown by 1,000% in one year.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 19, 2022

A new survey from EY reveals it is not the assumed tech-challenged Gen X and Baby Boomers who put organizations at greater risk when it comes to cybersecurity; it's Gen Z and Millennial employees who take it less seriously. 30% of Gen Z and 31% of Millennials are more likely to use the same password for professional and personal accounts (vs.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

It's just another day on the internet when the news is full of headlines about accounts being hacked. The second story was about a number of verified Twitter accounts having been "hacked" and then leveraged in Bitcoin scams. And then there's the account holder, the one who chose the password. Without doubt, blame lies with them.

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Security Affairs

MAY 3, 2023

Google announced the introduction of the passwordless secure sign-in with Passkeys for Google Accounts on all platforms. Google is rolling out the passwordless secure sign-in with Passkeys for Google Accounts on all platforms. In 2022, Google announced it would begin work to support passkeys on its platform to replace passwords.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 31, 2021

Organizations around the world must fulfill an increasing number of regulatory requirements including NIST, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as well as federal and state data breach laws.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2021

Wizcase experts discovered a security flaw in the open-source learning platform Moodle that could allow accounts takeover. Anyone who had an account on a given school’s Moodle (with TeX filter enabled) could then take over students’ accounts, professors, and even the accounts managed by the platform administrators.

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Identity IQ

JULY 3, 2023

How to Detect and Respond to Account Misuse IdentityIQ As digital connectivity continues to grow, safeguarding your online accounts from misuse is becoming increasingly crucial. Account misuse can result in alarming repercussions, including privacy breaches, financial losses, and identity theft.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Google is giving out 10,000 free security keys to high-risks users, an announcement that came a day after the company warned 14,000 of its high-profile users that they could be targeted by the notorious Russia-based APT28 hacking group. ‘Cybersecurity Is a Team Sport’ In an Oct.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 13, 2022

Although there’s no one magic solution to eliminating cyberattacks and cybercrime risks, there are steps you can take to reduce the chances of becoming a victim. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has started a campaign to increase awareness of these risks to U.S. Accounting for humans.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Nonprofits are equally at risk, and often lack cybersecurity measures. Given the risk involved, small businesses and nonprofits must consider prioritizing cybersecurity policies and practices to stay protected, retain customers, and remain successful. Stay educated. The average cost of a cybersecurity breach was $4.45

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

3 Common Types of Cross-Site Scripting Attacks Top 5 Risks Associated with XSS Attacks How to Tell if You’re Vulnerable to XSS Attacks Can You Prevent Cross-Site Scripting? XSS attacks have multiple security and business risks, including credential theft and damaged company reputation.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 5, 2022

Account takeover risks are among the least talked about cloud security issues for schools, but they are perhaps the most detrimental and most difficult to detect. The post Assessing your district’s account login activity appeared first on ManagedMethods. Before you can start […].

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 1, 2023

Another common social engineering tactic is known as “pretexting” This involves an attacker creating a fictitious scenario, such as a problem with an account, in order to trick the victim into providing sensitive information. One effective way to combat social engineering is through employee education and training.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 7, 2022

Security Risk by Accepting Policy Exceptions. This act and similar educational security mandates are seen to lack the requirement for mandatory implementation and accountability. Can one account create an attack surface capable of disrupting the entire business? When an exception to the rule becomes a security breach.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Protecting Against the Risks and Managing the Complexities of a Quantum World with Thales and IBM Consulting madhav Thu, 01/25/2024 - 11:03 Contributors: Ollie Omotosho - Director, Strategir Partnerships, Thales Antti Ropponen, Head of Data & Application Security Services, IBM Consulting In the world of business, data security is paramount.

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IT Security Guru

MAY 20, 2024

Here are some tips for creating an effective security policy: Assess security needs: Evaluate your current security landscape and identify potential risks. Educate and Train Employees Regular training sessions on cybersecurity are crucial for keeping your organisation safe.

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Security Through Education

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

At Social-Engineer LLC , we offer a service known as the Social Engineering Risk Assessment or SERA for short. If a target has a public social media account, this can serve as a gold mine for an attacker. This promotes a positive atmosphere for training and education, even when an attack leads to a compromise.

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Adam Levin

JUNE 4, 2021

Practice the 3Ms: Minimize your risk of exposure: Don’t take unnecessary risks and invest in cyber defenses and education. Monitor networks and accounts: Unusual activity may be a sign that a cyberattack is underway. We are in the midst of an ongoing ransomware epidemic.

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Adam Levin

MARCH 17, 2022

A single compromised account is usually the point of entry for hacking campaigns. Educating employees and colleagues about the risks of phishing emails, cloned websites, and other common vectors for cyberattacks, especially during annual events like March Madness or the Superbowl can help prevent a data incident.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 10, 2023

This day serves as an annual reminder to increase awareness and education for leaders, IT decision-makers and the general public on the importance of identity management. These attacks have become more complex and challenging to detect, leading to increased instances of data breaches, account takeovers, and impersonation attacks.

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Cisco Security

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Bad actors know employees are the biggest risk to any organisation’s security armour – and their efforts to exploit this are unrelenting. In today’s business landscape, it’s essential that employees are not only aware of the risks, but also comfortable dealing with and reporting attacks and data breaches. So, why take a chance?

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IT Security Guru

JULY 4, 2023

Educational institutions own many sensitive data, such as personnel and financial information, as well as intellectual property. Lack of Cybersecurity Awareness Cybercriminals frequently target schools because of a lack of cybersecurity understanding among educational institutions.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 17, 2018

G Suite for Education backup and security should be taken seriously as GSFE (formerly known as Google Apps for Education) puts creative, nimble, and flexible learning at the center of the educational experience. The global higher education system has expanded over the last 15 years in traditional and new markets.

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