CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

Learn about strong password creation, multi-factor authentica-tion, secure browsing habits, and data encryption. Be cautious when clicking on links or downloading attachments, especially from unfamiliar or suspicious sources. Utilize a password manager to securely store and generate strong passwords.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 21, 2022

Recently security experts from Sucuri, spotted JavaScript injections targeting WordPress sites to display fake DDoS Protection pages which lead victims to download remote access trojan malware. However, upon clicking on the button, the ‘security_install.iso’ file is downloaded to the visitor’s machine.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 18, 2023

Personal information, such as credit card details, passwords, and social security numbers, can be harvested and employed for identity theft, fraud, or other malicious endeavors. This tactic involves using automated bots or scripts with illegally obtained usernames and passwords to gain unauthorized entry into these user accounts.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

CISA reports provide the following recommendations to users and administrators to strengthen the security posture of their organization’s systems: • Maintain up-to-date antivirus signatures and engines. If these services are required, use strong passwords or Active Directory authentication. the extension matches the file header).

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IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Use a unique password and login details: Make sure your banking login details are different from your other online portals or services; it is much safer to have a different password for your bank if a hacker gains access to your device. Using a fingerprint or Face ID login is much safer than the traditional username and password.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 21, 2020

It also has a list of recommended mitigations for handling Hidden Cobra threats: Maintain up-to-date antivirus signatures and engines. If these services are required, use strong passwords or Active Directory authentication. Enforce a strong password policy and implement regular password changes.

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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. Device Security: Patch Manager and Antivirus Software Another must-have desktop protection is having an antivirus. How does antivirus help against ransomware, you may ask?

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 4, 2020

The CISA agency provides recommendations for system administrators and owners to enhance the level of security of their organizations: Maintain up-to-date antivirus signatures and engines. If these services are required, use strong passwords or Active Directory authentication. Keep operating system patches up-to-date.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

The malware is able to steal sensitive information (a variety of credentials, including FTP credentials, stored email passwords, passwords stored in the browser, as well as a whole host of other credentials) . Below the list of mitigations: Maintain up-to-date antivirus signatures and engines. Enforce a strong password policy.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 22, 2021

This leads to a loss of control over what is downloaded, what links are clicked on, and what files are being accessed or even uploaded; thus, leaving the business exposed to various security incidents. Each account should also be protected with a strong password and businesses should provide users with anti-malware and anti-virus software.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 4, 2020

CISA includes some mitigation best practices in the report: Maintain up-to-date antivirus signatures and engines. If these services are required, use strong passwords or Active Directory authentication. Enforce a strong password policy and implement regular password changes. Keep operating system patches up-to-date.

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Hacker Combat

JUNE 2, 2022

Antivirus software should be active on all devices and regularly update the software while making sure fixes are executed. To reduce the chance of infiltration, use proper security practices such as never browsing links and downloading files from unknown sources. Configure firewalls to prevent rogue IP addresses from gaining access.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Make it a habit to reboot devices often, ensuring that downloaded updates are activated. Even harmless details, such as pet names or birthplaces, can be used by hackers to reset passwords. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated password manager apps. Fully utilize firewall capabilities.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

However, basic cybersecurity tools and practices, like patching , strong passwords , and multi-factor authentication (MFA), “can prevent 80 to 90% of cyberattacks,” said Anne Neuberger, deputy national security advisor for cyber and emerging technologies, during a White House press conference in Sept. Next-generation firewalls (NGFW).

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

For example: You protect it from malware by making sure you have good quality antivirus software. You use a firewall, so that you can deny access to hackers and malware that constantly stalk the internet looking for vulnerable computers like yours. Think about all the things you need to do to protect your PC, and how easy it is.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 13, 2020

Maintain up-to-date antivirus signatures and engines. If these services are required, use strong passwords or Active Directory authentication. Enforce a strong password policy. Enable a personal firewall on agency workstations that is configured to deny unsolicited connection requests.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Modern secure email gateways (SEGs) prevent the vast majority of dodgy messages from ever ending up in users' inboxes, and most antivirus tools can identify and block content that matches known phishing templates, as well. Before entering your username and password on a login page, ascertain that it's HTTPS rather than HTTP.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Cloud-based antivirus software rarely conflicts with traditional desktop software because it’s usually just a tiny piece of software installed on the computer. Every computer has one – a timer that will put the computer to sleep when it’s left unattended for a specified length of time, and then requires a password to wake up.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 4, 2021

In addition, the use of malware attacking Microsoft Exchange servers and generic email users to download remote access Trojans (RATs) in phishing attacks is increasing, according to WatchGuard’s report. Top Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) Vendors for 2021. Further reading: Top Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) Solutions for 2021.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

The ZoneAlarm suite includes antivirus software and firewall solutions to and users and small organizations, it has nearly 100 million downloads. The company sent a data breach notification mail to forum users urging them to change their forum account passwords. ” reads the post published by The Hacker News.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 20, 2019

It may be used to download unauthorized stuff or may be used for uploading disputed content on the internet. It is essential to install firewall and antivirus software on your routers and keep them up-to-date. Use Strong Passwords. It is recommended to keep changing your device password every now and then.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Since they don’t use files, traditional antivirus programs and endpoint security solutions are often unable to recognize fileless malware. This includes sensitive information such as credit card numbers, bank account information, and passwords. Bots and Botnets.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 29, 2023

Phishing is a type of social engineering attack that tricks victims into disclosing personal information or downloading malicious software. Recommended mitigation steps were: Resetting the account password to a stronger one Removing the email and email attachments Enabling Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). of cases in 2020.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

See the top Patch and Vulnerability Management products August 29, 2023 Juniper Vulnerabilities Expose Network Devices to Remote Attacks A critical vulnerability in Juniper EX switches and SRX firewalls is being tracked as CVE-2023-36844 , CVE-2023-36845 , CVE-2023-36846 , and CVE-2023-36847. MFA should be enabled for all VPN users.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 19, 2023

For example, encryption keys, administrator passwords, and other critical information are stored in the Azure Key Vault in FIPS 140-2 Level 2-validated hardware security modules (HSMs). The Portnox TACACS+ deployment also requires a virtual appliance to be downloaded and installed in monitored local networks to ensure proper auditing trails.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Key takeaways: TeamTNT is using new, open source tools to steal usernames and passwords from infected machines. As of August 30, 2021, many malware samples still have zero antivirus (AV) detections and others have low detection rates. 7z to decompress downloaded files. Background. The first stage of the Lazagne component.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Be Careful with Downloads Downloads are one of the surest ways to introduce malware into your system. Look for Reliable Sources: Download software only from reputable sources and official websites. In the wrong hands, even an Office doc can be dangerous, so always know the source of any download.

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Digital Shadows

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

This is a more advanced detection of threats beyond what may be caught by traditional antivirus. In the event of ransomware running on a host in the environment, an EDR could tell you where the infected file was downloaded from, what files it encrypted, and what other hosts in the network it communicated with to spread all from one screen.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 7, 2021

Your first line of defense is to make life hard for hackers by ensuring you: Use strong, unique passwords; keep your systems patched with security updates; install advanced antivirus protection that defends your computer against malicious software; enable the firewalls on your Internet router and computers.

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Spinone

APRIL 30, 2020

Both individual OneDrive and OneDrive for Business security face the following risks: Data Theft (unauthorized downloads of critical business data) Data Loss (accidental or intentional deletions, ransomware) Corrupted Data (data encryption by ransomware). Do not keep files in OneDrive with login/password credentials in them.

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NopSec

OCTOBER 30, 2015

It means that even if you installed a new patch or upgraded antivirus software as recently as thirty days prior, you could already be subject to an attack. In other words, think of your antivirus software as static, a snapshot in time that is updated every 30 days (or so). Only download software patches from websites that you trust.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

Downloading an attachment would, for example, infect the target device with a virus, which could enable hackers to gain access to confidential data, credentials, and networks. Endpoint security tools like EDR typically include security software capable of detecting and blocking dangerous attachments, links, and downloads.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Latin American Javali trojan weaponizing Avira antivirus legitimate injector to implant malware. The initial stage of these trojans is generally the execution of a dropper in a form of a VBS, JScript, or MSI file that downloads from the Cloud (AWS, Google, etc.) the trojan loader/injector.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Details included names, addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth and encrypted passwords, all of which could be used to access other accounts belonging to these users. The Hacker had discovered Zuckerberg’s password in a 2012 LinkedIn data breach and he had used the same password across several accounts.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Adware, also known as malvertising , is a type of malware that downloads or displays advertisements to the user interface. Users sometimes unknowingly infect themselves with adware installed by default when they download and install other applications. Install an antivirus solution that includes anti-adware capabilities.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Security Antivirus – software that scans a device or a network to detect security threats, alert you, and neutralize malicious code. It can be a password, a fingerprint, a face scan. Firewall – a network security system that filters unsanctioned incoming and outgoing traffic.

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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).

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