Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

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DDOS Data breaches Surveillance Ransomware 82

Identity IQ

MARCH 2, 2023

Use antivirus software that can detect and block malware. Enable two-factor authentication whenever possible that requires you to enter an additional code after entering your password. You should scan your computer with antivirus software to ensure no spyware or keylogger malware is present. How Can Keylogging Be Prevented?

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

It includes features such as Simultaneous Authentication of Equal (SAE), the Dragonfly handshake, simplified setup, better IoT device security, and future proofing. But in the meantime, WPA2 with a good firewall setting and antivirus software on your devices is pretty good security. That’s a significant improvement over WPA2.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 4, 2022

Use multi-factor authentication ( MFA ) to help protect your accounts wherever it’s offered. Content blockers help reduce ads, Trojans, phishing, and other undesirable content that an antivirus product alone may not stop. Use a password manager to create and remember passwords if you can. Be alert for people trying to trick you.

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Identity IQ

MAY 13, 2024

How to Help Protect Yourself from a Data Breach While the threat to your personal security can be extremely unsettling, regular privacy scans, strong passwords and authentication, updated software, and being mindful as to what you share online, are major preventative measures you can practice daily to significantly help mitigate this risk.

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Cytelligence

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

In this article, we will explore the six types of cybersecurity, their importance, and how to prevent cyber attacks. Key features of network security: Network monitoring and management tools Access control and authentication systems Data encryption and decryption methods Firewall technology Regular security audits 2.

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Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

In this article, we will discuss several steps that you can take to safeguard your business from cyber-attacks. Know how to distinguish between fake antivirus offers and real notifications Cybercriminals often use fake antivirus offers to trick users into downloading malware.

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Duo's Security Blog

MARCH 9, 2022

Together these practices — which include multi-factor authentication (MFA), restricting administrative privileges and daily backups — provide a clear framework for businesses anywhere that are looking to improve their foundational security footing , as we’ve previously noted on the Duo Blog.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The protection of your priceless digital assets will be guaranteed by this article’s discussion of the best techniques for protecting your Bitcoin wallet.Bu Also, whenever it is possible, activate two-factor authentication (2FA). Keep your name and birthday away from utilizing information that might be easily guessed.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

In this article, we will try to bust some of the common myths and misconceptions that are circling around smart phones and their usage. Apps related to mobile security are senseless- There is a notion among smart phone users that their device doesn’t need an antivirus software as they are downloading content only from Google Playstore.

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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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Spinone

DECEMBER 23, 2019

Because relying on one solution like antivirus won’t get you far in case of a full-blown ransomware attack. Don’t worry, there are solutions that can make your life easier – we speak about them as a part of a strong multilayer ransomware protection strategy we talk about in this article.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

While these products may look authentic, they are often ploys designed to trick you into revealing your payment information. Too-good-to-be-true offers: Unrealistically attractive deals are rarely authentic, if ever. Common phishing red flags to look for include typos or low-resolution images.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 15, 2024

You can strengthen your cybersecurity defenses by using reliable antivirus software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and virtual private networks (VPNs). Employ robust password management techniques, two-factor authentication (2FA), and regular backups of essential data.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 28, 2021

Troy Hunt and the FBI provided some recommendations for anyone that finds themselves in this collection of data: "Keep security software such as antivirus up to date with current definitions. Turn on 2-factor authentication wherever available. What if my credentials were stolen by Emotet? Change your email account password.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 8, 2023

This article explores: What Is Email Security Best Options to Secure Business Email Email Security Best Practices How Email Security Blocks Threats Bottom Line: Email Security What Is Email Security Email security is a concept that protects email accounts, servers, and communications from unauthorized access, data loss, or compromise.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

This article details two major findings from the report: five major cybersecurity threats and prioritization problems. Multi-factor authentication : Protects stolen credentials against use by requiring more than a simple username and password combination for access to resources.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Physical appliances provide functionality for routing wide area networks (WANs), stateful firewalls, SD-WANs, NGFW, antivirus, intrusion prevention services (IPS), and unified threat management (UTM) capabilities for local networks. out of 5 possible criteria Monitoring and Management: 6.51 out of 7 possible criteria Asset Control: 3.4

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Daniel Miessler

MAY 8, 2020

This is the most important thing in this article. Get their passwords changed (see above), and enable two-factor authentication. Many security professionals stopped using antivirus many years ago, and more and more are doing so as native offerings from operating systems improve. Here’s the full list as an infographic.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Numerous articles, vulnerability reports, and analytical materials prove this fact. Regardless of the user authentication mechanism used, privileges must be built into the operating system, file system, applications, databases, hypervisors, cloud platforms, network infrastructure. Authentication without PAM. Issues with terms.

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Accountability Passwords Authentication Social Engineering 133

Identity IQ

AUGUST 19, 2023

To make sure that your time spent online is enjoyable and risk-free, this article provides seven simple internet safety tips. When you update your antivirus software , you make sure it knows about the newest dangers, enabling it to protect your device. IdentityIQ offers antivirus with Bitdefender® Total Security. #2

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Identity IQ

JULY 31, 2023

In this article, we help readers understand the proper security measures they should take and how to stay vigilant against the rising threat of financial account fraud. Two-Factor Authentication Two-factor authentication (2FA) verifies your identity in multiple steps.

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Accountability Identity Theft Banking Passwords 52

Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

This helps ensure you are accessing the authentic site and not a fraudulent site. Update Your Software: Keep your antivirus and anti-malware software up to date to provide an additional layer of protection against potential threats.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

This article dives into the lexicon of malware, offering descriptions, protections, and examples of each. As you browse the myriad of malicious software featured in this article, we offer tips for how best to defend against each type. Install an antivirus solution that includes anti-adware capabilities. Jump ahead: Adware.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 8, 2023

DNS communicates in plain text and, without modification, DNS assumes that all information it receives is accurate, authentic, and authoritative. To protect the protocol, best practices will add additional protocols to the process that encrypt the DNS communication and authenticate the results. MFA methods should be carefully selected.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 31, 2023

In this article, we uncover what holiday scams are, how they take shape, and the different types you might encounter. Always keep your software and antivirus programs up to date. Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security, so enable it whenever possible. What Is a Phishing Scam? What is seasonal phishing?

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Scams Phishing Identity Theft Banking 98

Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 29, 2021

When possible, you should use multi-factor authentication (MFA) to help protect your accounts. Today, content blockers have become essential to help reduce ads, Trojans, phishing, and other undesirable content that an antivirus product alone may not cover. Keep your operating system and installed software up to date.

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Backups Identity Theft Data privacy Social Engineering 94

Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 14, 2023

That story about the Flashback author was possible because a source had obtained a Web browser authentication cookie for a founding member of a Russian cybercrime forum called BlackSEO. “However, If you have any information relating to the subjects referenced in this article, please contact the U.S.

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Security Affairs

MAY 17, 2021

Bizarro has x64 modules, the malicious code allows to trick victims into entering two-factor authentication codes in fake pop-ups. While writing this article, we saw hacked WordPress, Amazon and Azure servers used for storing archives. Experts also noticed that the malware is also installed via a trojanized app.

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Banking Social Engineering Malware Engineering 98

Krebs on Security

JANUARY 6, 2020

We havent [sic] seen any Media articles on this and as such you should be the first to report it, we are sure they are just keeping it under wraps.” “The authentication for that was entirely separate, so the lateral movement [of the intruders] didn’t allow them to touch that,” Schafer said.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Additionally, be cautious when adding new friends; verify their authenticity through known offline connections. Embrace a multi-layered software protection approach, including antivirus, anti-phishing, and other anti-malware tools. Even harmless details, such as pet names or birthplaces, can be used by hackers to reset passwords.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 17, 2023

This article was originally written by Drew Robb on July 7, 2017, and updated by Chad Kime on April 17, 2023. However, the strong capacities of the basic license should make MetaAccess an option to explore, especially if for those that may also want to consider other OPSWAT options such as SDN, endpoint security, or email security.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Use Strong Passwords and Multi-factor Authentication Many systems are only as secure as the passwords used to protect them. If you don’t already use multi-factor authentication (MFA) to access your work accounts, you should start. VPNs allow onsite and remote workers to send and receive employer data through a secure, private network.

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Passwords Data breaches Antivirus Password Management 52

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

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. For example, EDR might replace antivirus and SASE might replace non-integrated firewalls, CASB, and more.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 30, 2023

Bottom Line: Best for IoT and OT Control As organizations mature, automated NAC solutions save enormous time for IT and security teams to onboard users, detect network devices, and automatically quarantine devices that do not meet policy requirements (antivirus, operating system updates, etc.).

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SecureList

MAY 17, 2021

In this article we analyse the technical features of the Trojan’s components, giving a detailed overview of obfuscation techniques, the infection process and subsequent functions, as well as the social engineering tactics used by the cybercriminals to convince their victims to give away their personal online banking details.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

As of the publishing of this article, BotenaGo currently has low antivirus (AV) detection rate with only 6/62 known AVs seen in VirusTotal: (Figure 1). 2830690: ETPRO EXPLOIT GPON Authentication Bypass Attempt (CVE-2018-10561). 2027063: ET EXPLOIT Outbound GPON Authentication Bypass Attempt (CVE-2018-10561).

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