Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This blog examines the escalating phishing landscape, shortcomings of common anti-phishing approaches, and why implementing a Protective DNS service as part of a layered defense provides the most effective solution. This is where Protective DNS comes in. Often used to compromise executive and privileged accounts.

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SecureList

JUNE 5, 2023

It is known to use the technique of querying DNS servers to obtain the base64-encoded URL in order to receive the next stage of another malware family currently distributed by Satacom. To do so, it performs a DNS request to don-dns[.]com com (a decrypted HEX string) through Google DNS (8.8.8.8, com don-dns[.]com

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SC Magazine

JULY 12, 2021

Between the DNS attacks and ongoing ransomware scourge, it’s beyond time for providers to seek more creative responses to cyber challenges even with limited budgets, in combination with participation in threat-sharing programs and while relying on free or low-cost resources.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

Email Authentication and Security Methods Organizations can combat spear phishing through email authentication protocols and security strategies. Sender Policy Framework (SPF) SPF is an authentication protocol that allows domain owners to specify the IP addresses they are allowed to send on their behalf.

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SecureList

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In particular, the system.img file serves as the authentic payload archive used for initial Windows system infections. DNS resolutions for pool servers are cleverly concealed behind DNS over HTTPS requests to the Cloudflare DoH (DNS over HTTPS) service , adding an extra layer of stealth to its operations.

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SecureList

MAY 17, 2021

Bizarro has x64 modules and is able to trick users into entering two-factor authentication codes in fake pop-ups. Bizarro gathers the following information about the system on which it is running: Computer name; Operating system version; Default browser name; Installed antivirus software name. Bizarro uses the ‘ Mozilla/4.0

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

As of August 30, 2021, many malware samples still have zero antivirus (AV) detections and others have low detection rates. Exfil Domain in DNS Query. No doubt about the source's authenticity, trustworthiness, or competency. Lacks authenticity, trustworthiness, and competency. Background. Kubernetes root payload.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 8, 2023

Email Authentication Protocols: SPF, DKIM, DMARC The three mutually-reinforcing email authentication protocols, Sender Policy Framework (SPF), DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM), and Domain-based Message Authentication Reporting and Conformance (DMARC) verify the authenticity of emails.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Antivirus Software WiFi 6 Routers Virtual Private Networks Password Managers Email Security Software Web Application Firewall Bot Management Software. Antivirus Software. Also Read: 4 Best Antivirus Software of 2022. Key Features of Antivirus Software. Best Antivirus Protection for Consumers. Back to top.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

In this simple environment network security followed a simple protocol: Authenticate the user : using a computer login (username + password) Check the user’s permissions: using Active Directory or a similar Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) Enable communication with authorized network resources (servers, printers, etc.)

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Security Affairs

JULY 28, 2022

Researchers from threat intelligence firm RiskIQ, using passive DNS data related to Knotweed attacks, linked the C2 infrastructure used by the malware since February 2020 to DSIRF. Confirm that Microsoft Defender Antivirus is updated to security intelligence update 1.371.503.0 or later to detect the related indicators.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Server: Provides powerful computing and storage in local, cloud, and data center networks to run services (Active Directory, DNS, email, databases, apps). Access Control Access controls add additional authentication and authorization controls to verify users, systems, and applications to define their access.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Install an antivirus solution that includes anti-adware capabilities. If your antivirus software fails to notice a new strain, you can reinstall the browser. This exposed data includes everything from emails and documents typed to passwords entered for authentication purposes. How to Defend Against Adware. RAM Scraper.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 15, 2023

The malware targets more than 70 web browser extensions for cryptocurrency theft and uses the same functionality to target two-factor authentication (2FA) applications. As a result, this technique may bypass static antivirus signatures and complicate malware reverse engineering. Trojan.Mystic.KV 123:13219 185.252.179[.]18:13219

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 19, 2019

The emails are designed in a way that it appears to be authentic or belonging from a real business or authoritative source. These emails appear to be coming from some authentic source like from your bank or some legit business organization. Use Two Factor Authentication. Phishing is one of the oldest methods of cyberattacks.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

ALG supports client requests by resolving its domain name via DNS and delivering the frontend IP address to the client. Example of Azure gateway’s authentication information upon combining app proxy and app gateway 4. It often involves requests for files, web pages, or other internet services.

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Daniel Miessler

MAY 8, 2020

Get their passwords changed (see above), and enable two-factor authentication. Change your DNS to 1.1.1.2, Next, you can consider changing your DNS settings on all your devices to use those by Cloudflare. Next come your social media accounts, and then any accounts that control IoT systems in your house. or 1.1.1.3

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Russian software engineer Eugene Kaspersky’s frustration with the malware of the 80s and 90s led to the founding of antivirus and cybersecurity vendor Kaspersky Lab. Graham Cluley started as a videogame developer and antivirus programmer three decades ago before serving in senior roles at Sophos and McAfee.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Although beyond the scope of the network, effective network security relies upon the effective authentication of the user elsewhere in the security stack. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) : In today’s ransomware-riddled environment, two-factor authentication should also be considered a minimum requirement for all forms of remote access.

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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.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

UDPoS malware, only recently discovered by Forcepoint researchers, poses as a LogMeIn service pack and uses DNS requests to transfer stolen data to a command and control server. Multi-factor authentication is also required for remote access. Errors to avoid.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Multi-factor authentication : Protects stolen credentials against use by requiring more than a simple username and password combination for access to resources. Passwordless authentication : Eliminates passwords in favor of other types of authentication such as passkeys, SSO, biometrics, or email access.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Look for authentication checks such as SPF, DKIM and DMARC to counter domain and sender spoofing. TitanHQ’s SpamTitan and WebTitan address email and DNS filtering for the SMB and MSP market. Scan inbound, outbound and internal emails. It integrates data loss prevention functionality to minimize the risk of data breaches.

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ForAllSecure

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

He works for an antivirus company and he's been scanning for malware families on the internet. Vamosi: Most antivirus products are found on Windows, much less so on Mac and Linux. Behind that is a sequence of numbers resolved by your DNS and that sequence of numbers is the site's IP address. At this year's sector.

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