Security Through Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

At Social-Engineer, we define impersonation as “the practice of pretexting as another person with the goal of obtaining information or access to a person, company, or computer system.” Educate Yourself: Stay informed about the latest impersonation scams and tactics.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 24, 2022

And security researchers from ESET have discovered that the malware was uploaded to the VirusTotal operated system in Brazil and was targeted by a social engineering attack. As BianLian follows the process of dividing the encrypted content in 10 bytes of data, it easily evaded detection by antivirus products.

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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. Develop Incident Response Plans, Recover and Assess.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Since endpoints are the biggest entry point for breaches , businesses need to make sure they are protected with comprehensive endpoint security that includes next generation antivirus, endpoint protection, and endpoint detection and response. The post 5 Endpoint security tips for the holidays appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

So, to make sure yours don’t get snatched, here are a few tips and tricks we learned from cybersecurity experts: #1: Safeguard your Accounts. 4: Educate Yourself. Cybersecurity attacks get more ingenious and clever every day. Still, most attackers will use trusted methods such as phishing, ransomware, or social engineering.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Despite the relative newness of the services, the news of their rise didn’t surprise Brian Uffelman, vice president and security evangelist at cybersecurity firm PerimeterX. Phishing, Social Engineering are Still Problems. Without employee education, issues like this will continue to impact businesses.”

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Understanding these methods is essential for implementing effective cybersecurity measures. Protecting Your Data from Hackers Now that we understand which type of data is targeted by which threat actor, motivations and methods of hackers, it’s crucial to implement robust cybersecurity measures to protect our data.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

This method involves using emails, social media, instant messaging, and other platforms to manipulate users into revealing personal information or performing actions that can lead to network compromise, data loss, or financial harm. social engineering tactics and strange sender behaviors), they also use artificial intelligence algorithms.

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SC Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

As seen in this particular campaign, the attackers target high profile employees who may not be as technically- or cybersecurity-savvy, and may be more likely to be deceived into clicking on malicious links.”. “Based on the data distribution, CEOs in the U.S. ” Additionally, the phishing kit can detect bot scans and web crawlers.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

If no: Run the antivirus software to eliminate ransomware. Here are four simple measures: Educate your employees about social engineering techniques Purchase backup tools Purchase anti-ransomware software Alternatively, purchase a tool that backs up your data and eliminates ransomware at the same time.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As 2023 draws to an end and cybersecurity budgeting is nearly complete, it helps to consider the year’s events and try to predict next year’s trends. After receiving input from industry experts and doing my own analysis of the year’s driving forces, I identified five major cybersecurity trends. Bottom line: Prepare now based on risk.

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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. Also, there is a shortage of cybersecurity skills in the world, which makes it a plentiful field to make a career. The list will save your time and make a choice easier.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 13, 2023

It is essential to recognize that there is no one-size-fits-all solution in cybersecurity. For instance, Cisco's Annual Cybersecurity Report revealed that organizations using advanced firewalls, alongside other security technologies, experienced a 99.7% decrease in successful breaches.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Fifteen years after the launch of the microblogging social media platform, Twitter remains a dominant public forum for instant communication with individuals and organizations worldwide on a universe of topics, including #cybersecurity. Top Cybersecurity Experts to Follow on Twitter. Binni Shah | @binitamshah.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Phishing Threats Are Increasing in Scale and Sophistication Phishing remains one of the most dangerous and widespread cybersecurity threats. Phishing attackers are increasingly using social engineering techniques to personalize their attacks and target specific individuals or organizations.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Despite all the advances in cybersecurity, email remains the starting point for the vast majority of cyberattacks, as phishing, malware and social engineering remain effective attack techniques. That makes email security software a worthwhile investment for organizations of all sizes. user/month Coro edge: $11.99/user/month

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Boost your organization’s IT literacy with ongoing cybersecurity training so they recognize the threats posed by malware attacks. Install an antivirus solution that includes anti-adware capabilities. In cybersecurity, a bot typically refers to an infected device containing malicious software. How to Defend Against Adware.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

In this article we will take a look at major cybersecurity risks and best practices how to reduce or avoid corporate data leakage. According to the study linked above, many organizations provide only brief security training for their employees and do not sufficiently educate staff in the causes of data breaches.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

Ransomware, a definition Ransomware is a set of malware technologies, hacking techniques, and social engineering tactics that cybercriminals use to cause harm, breach data, and render data unusable. Do antivirus and endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools stop ransomware? Increasingly, they also threaten to leak stolen data.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Ransomware is one of the most destructive cybersecurity threats that can unexpectedly disrupt the work of your team at any time. But what is ransomware, and how to protect yourself from this cybersecurity threat? That’s why organizations in healthcare, finances, and education are the most attractive targets. Absolutely!

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Cytelligence

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

In today’s digital age, where technology is rapidly advancing, cybersecurity has become more critical than ever. Cybersecurity refers to the set of technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect digital devices, networks, and data from cyber threats. Why Is Cybersecurity Important?

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Spinone

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Keep your antivirus software up to date. However, don’t forget that even an updated antivirus may not detect advanced malware strains. How to secure information privacy: Create a cybersecurity policy to define the parameters by which the system can recognize sensitive information.

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Spinone

JANUARY 20, 2020

Key Information About Ransomware Ransomware is in the top-five threats in all fields and the second biggest cybersecurity threat in the retail business. That is why hackers use social engineering tricks to pressure victims into paying a ransom. Or you can subscribe to our mailing list and read our articles on cybersecurity.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 4, 2019

That’s why organizations in healthcare, governance, finances, and education are the most attractive targets. Hackers come up with more sophisticated social engineering tactics. Update your cybersecurity software regularly. There is no industry unaffected by ransomware. Check the new hardware.

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SecureList

APRIL 27, 2021

On January 27, the French national cybersecurity agency (ANSSI) published a report describing an attack campaign that targeted publicly exposed and obsolete Centreon systems between 2017 and 2020, in order to deploy Fobushell (aka P.A.S.) webshells and Exaramel implants. Other interesting discoveries. Final thoughts.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 21, 2023

Or do you believe implementing the platform will compromise your company’s cybersecurity posture? For example, Malwarebytes asked ChatGPT to write the opening paragraph of a novel about an antiquated antivirus program that relies on signature-based detection to stop new and emerging threats.

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