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What is Network Security? Definition, Threats & Protections

eSecurity Planet

Other hackers might use a spoofed domain name system (DNS) or IP addresses to redirect users from legitimate connections (to websites, servers, etc.) Poor Maintenance The best security tools and architecture will be undermined by poor maintenance practices. DNS security (IP address redirection, etc.), or network traffic.

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IT threat evolution Q1 2021

SecureList

Once the victim has started the program, it changes the DNS settings on the device so that all domains are resolved through the attackers’ servers: this prevents the victim from accessing certain antivirus sites. Most malicious objects detected for the macOS platform are adware. Secondhand news.

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