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Akira ransomware received $42M in ransom payments from over 250 victims

Security Affairs

. “ Akira operators have been observed deploying two distinct ransomware variants against different system architectures within the same attack. The operators frequently disable security software to evade detection and for lateral movement. It was this first time that the operators adopted this tactic.

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Importance of having a Threat Intelligence Platform

CyberSecurity Insiders

However, as manual track down of threats is impossible, due to sheer volumes of data, analysts use an automated form of software that assists them in collecting, analyzing and sharing information with the teams to ensure identity and prevention of harm from attacks.

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Microsoft Patch Tuesday, June 2022 Edition

Krebs on Security

Microsoft on Tuesday released software updates to fix 60 security vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems and other software, including a zero-day flaw in all supported Microsoft Office versions on all flavors of Windows that’s seen active exploitation for at least two months now.

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Emerging Trends in Cybersecurity: Strategies to Combat Cyber Extortion Attacks on Businesses in 2023

Cytelligence

Implementing advanced endpoint security measures, such as multi-factor authentication, encryption, and regular patching and updating of software, can significantly reduce the risk of attacks. Embracing Zero Trust Architecture: The traditional perimeter-based security model is no longer sufficient in today’s threat landscape.

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Network Security Architecture: Best Practices & Tools

eSecurity Planet

Network security architecture is a strategy that provides formal processes to design robust and secure networks. This article explores network security architecture components, goals, best practices, frameworks, implementation, and benefits as well as where you can learn more about network security architecture.

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CISA and FBI warn of potential data wiping attacks spillover

Security Affairs

The advisory also provides recommended guidance and considerations for organizations to address as part of network architecture, security baseline, continuous monitoring, and incident response practices. ” Below is the list of actions recommended to the organizations: • Set antivirus and antimalware programs to conduct regular scans.

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How to Block a Program in a Firewall (Windows & Mac)

eSecurity Planet

You can successfully restrict a specific software from accessing the internet by navigating to the advanced settings of Windows Defender Firewall. 3 Steps to Block a Program in a Firewall on MacOS Due to differences in OS architecture and UI, the method of blocking apps in the macOS firewall differs from that in Windows.