eSecurity Planet

MARCH 1, 2023

To prevent unwanted access and protect data in transit, wireless connections must be secured with strong authentication procedures, encryption protocols, access control rules, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and other security measures. As a result, wireless networks are prone to eavesdropping, illegal access and theft.

Wireless 89

Wireless Encryption Authentication IoT 89

Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

A secure network starts with a strong password policy. Passwords should be complex and changed frequently. This includes teaching them how to identify suspicious emails and links, how to create strong passwords, and how to recognize and report cyber threats.

Cyber Attacks 52

Cyber Attacks Antivirus Firewall Data breaches 52

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Show them these tips: Never use the same password twice. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. This is where a password manager comes in.

Internet 113

Internet Internet Passwords Password Management 113

Hot for Security

MARCH 17, 2021

The cyber actors conduct network reconnaissance and execute commands to deactivate antivirus capabilities on targeted systems before deploying the ransomware. The notice also includes mitigation steps like: Regularly back up data, air gap and password-protect backup copies offline. Use multifactor authentication where possible. …

Education 111

Education Healthcare Government Ransomware 111

Malwarebytes

APRIL 11, 2022

Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Disable hyperlinks in received emails.

Ransomware 77

Ransomware Firmware Accountability Technology 77

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Lace Tempest (Storm-0950, overlaps w/ FIN11, TA505) authenticates as the user with the highest privileges to exfiltrate files,” Microsoft notes. Endpoint Security: Install and update antivirus software on all hosts. Password suggestions should be disabled, and frequent password changes should be avoided.

Ransomware 97

Ransomware Backups Passwords Software 97

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

The advisory also provides mitigations: Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air gapped, password protected copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real time detection.

Ransomware 88

Ransomware Accountability Firmware Antivirus 88

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

They contain a wealth of information like credit card numbers, online passwords, photos, intellectual property, work documents and more. Here’s what you should do immediately: Reset your most sensitive passwords for local and online accounts. Run a complete antivirus/anti-malware scan and update software.

Scams 92

Scams Banking Accountability Passwords 92

Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2021

Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Install updates/patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates/patches are released. • Use multifactor authentication where possible. Use multifactor authentication where possible. Implement network segmentation.

Passwords 65

Passwords Government Firmware Accountability 65

Malwarebytes

MARCH 10, 2022

Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Disable hyperlinks in received emails.

Ransomware 74

Ransomware Phishing Accountability Technology 74

SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Here are some recommendations for best network practices: "Patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as manufacturers release updates. Regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts and avoid reusing passwords for different accounts. Use multi-factor authentication where possible.

Ransomware 66

Ransomware Education Backups Malware 66

Malwarebytes

MAY 6, 2022

Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Disable hyperlinks in received emails.

Ransomware 85

Ransomware Encryption Accountability Technology 85

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The agencies offered some sound cybersecurity advice for BlackByte that applies pretty generally: Conduct regular backups and store them as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline. Update and patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as updates and patches are released. 7 SP1, 8, 8.1)

Ransomware 117

Ransomware Encryption Backups Accountability 117

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Use Antivirus Software Antivirus software and EDR tools are critically important controls for consumers and businesses, respectively. Windows and Mac devices come with pretty good built-in antivirus software; activate it if you’re not using a paid solution from another security company.

Malware 109

Malware Antivirus Software Passwords 109

SecureList

OCTOBER 25, 2023

This archive is discreetly hosted on legitimate websites, cleverly disguised as firmware binaries for enigmatic devices labeled “m100” The Bitbucket repository was created on June 21, 2018, under the account of Julie Heilman, and it remains the sole repository associated with this profile. onion ghtyqipha6mcwxiz[.]onion

Malware 107

Malware DNS Encryption Cryptocurrency 107

Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2023

Invest in the most impactful measures today and build toward a mature cybersecurity plan tomorrow by: Implementing the highest-priority security controls first: e.g., multifactor authentication (MFA), patch management, data backups, content filtering, etc. Install, regularly update, and enable real-time detection for antivirus software.

Education 64

Education Ransomware Cybersecurity Risk 64

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Install an antivirus solution that includes anti-adware capabilities. Organizations can help prevent their computers from becoming part of a botnet by installing anti-malware software, using firewalls , keeping software up-to-date, and forcing users to use strong passwords. How to Defend Against Adware. ” Malicious Mobile Apps.

Malware 105

Malware Adware Spyware Antivirus 105

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Policies typically will be written documents that detail the requirements that will be enforced, such as password complexity. Minimum User Access Controls Active Directory: The smallest organizations might only worry about device access, otherwise known as the login credentials (username/password).

Firewall 96

Firewall Network Security Penetration Testing Encryption 96

Malwarebytes

JUNE 3, 2022

Implement regular backups of all data to be stored as air-gapped, password-protected copies offline. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Install and regularly update antivirus software on all hosts, and enable real-time detection. Disable hyperlinks in received emails.

Ransomware 107

Ransomware Accountability Technology Firmware 107

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Both frameworks are very robust and are highly effective dual-purpose tools, allowing actors to dump clear text passwords or hash values from memory with the use of Mimikatz. Patch operating systems, software, and firmware as soon as manufacturers release updates. Use multi-factor authentication where possible.

Ransomware 65

Ransomware Healthcare Backups Cybercrime 65

SecureList

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

In July, we reported a rootkit that we found in modified Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) firmware, the code that loads and initiates the boot process when the computer is turned on. The attackers compress stolen files into encrypted and password-protected ZIP archives. Mobile statistics. Targeted attacks.

Malware 100

Malware Computers and Electronics Adware Cryptocurrency 100

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 23, 2022

Chinese APT attackers developed a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) malware that hijacks the booting sequence and is saved in the SPI flash memory of the motherboard beyond where most tools might remove it. Use strong passwords. Maintain effective endpoint security ( antivirus , EDR ). Strong Access Control for Users.

Firewall 98

Firewall Malware Phishing Software 98

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches. 583% increase in Kerberoasting [password hash cracking] attacks. 64% of managers and higher admit to poor password practices.

Cybersecurity 94

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 94

SecureList

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Okta is a widely used authentication services provider, and it is safe to assume that a hacker controlling their network would be able to infect any of their customers. In both cases, we described new UEFI firmware bootkits that managed to propagate malicious components from the deepest layers of the machine up to Windows’ user-land.

Firmware 106

Firmware Surveillance Mobile Telecommunications 106