CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 25, 2022

A solid cybersecurity posture is only as strong as its policies, backups and disaster plans. The first line of defense against ransomware involves simply educating employees through ongoing programs that keep awareness fresh and top of mind. Implement Threat Awareness Training.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 28, 2023

Employee Education and Awareness : Human error remains a leading cause of data breaches. SMBs should invest in comprehensive training programs to educate employees about data security best practices, such as strong password management, recognising phishing attempts, and secure file handling.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 17, 2023

This can include measures such as firewalls , antivirus, access management and data backup policies, etc. This should also include implementing technical, administrative, and physical security controls, such as firewalls, encryption, regular security awareness training, etc.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 19, 2023

Discounts are also available for education and non-profit customers. across all network devices to streamline audits and reporting Integrates via RESTful API with security information and event management (SIEM) solutions Customizable risk policy based on the mode of access (wired, VPN), location, requested network device, etc.

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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.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

However companies should avoid being an easy target by having strict security policies, investing in staff security training, installing appropriate antivirus software and firewalls, and ensuring that computer systems and software are always kept up to date.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Perimeter security tools include: Firewalls: Filter traffic and monitor access based upon firewall rules and policies for the network, network segment, or assets protected by different types of firewalls. These techniques can use built-in software features (for firewalls, operating systems, etc.)

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Install an antivirus solution that includes anti-adware capabilities. Experts say the best defense is a multi-pronged network security strategy that includes a firewall, anti-malware software, network monitoring, intrusion detection and prevention (IDPS), and data protection. How to Defend Against Adware. How to Defend Against Botnets.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Do antivirus and endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools stop ransomware? Only about 20% of the ransomware tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) used by ransomware attackers are identified out-of-the-box by antivirus (AV), endpoint detection and response (EDR), and security information and event management (SIEM) tools.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Firewalls and web application firewalls ( WAFs ) filter network traffic. Backup and disaster recovery procedures ensure that data is always available. Backup and Disaster Recovery: Data backup and disaster recovery plans assure data availability and business continuity in the event of data loss or service failures.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Educate Your Employees. Educating your workforce is one of the most powerful steps you can take toward protecting your business environment. Install firewalls and anti-virus software on each computer within your company to combat cyber attacks and make sure you regularly update it. Which areas need to be prioritized?

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The growing risks leave us with the fact that cybersecurity education is not a matter of choice anymore – it’s a matter of necessity. Given that phishing accounts for 90% of data breaches , this simulation must be a part of every company’s security education.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

But more and more, organizations need to plan for the possibility that the worst may happen – and that involves ransomware-proof backups and ransomware removal tools and services. Adapt and update as malware continues to evolve and become more sophisticated to evade detection by antimalware/antivirus programs. Dark web monitoring.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 18, 2022

Educate your users about sophisticated phishing emails. In particular, IT teams should ensure that all the following cyber-resilience measures are in place: Next-gen firewalls that allow network traffic only through certain ports and protocols and that monitor traffic and block malicious activity. Conclusion.

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Spinone

JANUARY 9, 2019

While firewalls are considered a legacy security measure, today’s firewalls incorporate powerful Unified Threat Management or UTM features that protect against malware and other malicious attacks including phishing scams. Having an effective antivirus solution protecting end user devices is a must.

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Cytelligence

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

It includes the use of firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and virtual private networks (VPNs). 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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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption can also be found incorporated into a variety of network security and cloud security solutions, such as cloud access security brokers (CASB), next-generation firewalls (NGFW), password managers , virtual private networks (VPN), and web application firewalls (WAF). However, key rotation also adds complexity.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 13, 2020

As is often the case, the cost of restoring files from backups can amount to more than paying the ransom. Backups aren’t working. Restoring from backup is certainly preferable to paying the bad guys for the damage they have inflicted. Ransomware today can actually look for backup files along with user data.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

In this changing security landscape, it is vital that security staff are educated on their changing roles and responsibilities and it may also be necessary to develop new roles for security specialists and consultants. Now is the time to ensure a robust disaster recovery and backup plan for any individual or business using the cloud.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Deny-lists (aka: blacklist) : Blocks specific websites or IP addresses by adding them to a list for firewalls to ignore; very difficult to manage at scale. Next generation (NGFW) or web and application firewalls (WAF) : Include DDoS protection within the large number of features and capabilities to protect network traffic.

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