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17 cyber insurance application questions you'll need to answer

CSO Magazine

At first, most of the cyber insurance questions involved basic computer security and merely checked to see if we had firewalls and antivirus and not much else. Now the questions suggest that insurance providers understand that network security includes much more than antivirus software.

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Black Hat Fireside Chat: MSSPs are well-positioned to help companies achieve cyber resiliency

The Last Watchdog

Network security is in dire straits. Security teams must defend an expanding attack surface, skilled IT professionals are scarce and threat actors are having a field day. That said, Managed Security Services Providers – MSSPs — are in a position to gallop to the rescue. Guest expert: Chris Prewitt, CTO, Inversion6.

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How Can I Protect My Company From Cyber-Attacks?

Cytelligence

Secure your networks and databases One of the most important steps in protecting your company from cyber attacks is securing your networks and databases. A secure network starts with a strong password policy. It is also important to use firewalls, which help prevent unauthorized access to your network.

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How to Remove Malware: Removal Steps for Windows & Mac

eSecurity Planet

Antivirus programs and firewalls are pretty good at catching malware before it can infect devices, but occasionally malware can slip through defenses, endangering personal and financial information. Monitoring your network can help you detect any suspicious activity.

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GUEST ESSAY: Here’s why a big cybersecurity budget won’t necessarily keep your company safe

The Last Watchdog

They may incorporate tools such as firewalls or antivirus software , which are helpful, but not the only tactics that can keep a network secure. Unfortunately, having a large cybersecurity budget does not necessarily mean a company has a solid, comprehensive security plan.

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34 Most Common Types of Network Security Protections

eSecurity Planet

Whether you’re operating a global enterprise network or a small family business, your network’s security needs to be optimized with tools, teams, and processes to protect customer data and valuable business assets. Many of these tools protect resources connected to networks, thus shutting down threats as early as possible.

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Why BYOD Is the Favored Ransomware Backdoor

eSecurity Planet

This category also includes routers, switches, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices that can’t install traditional endpoint protection such as antivirus (AV) or endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions. Remote encryption performs ransomware encryption on a device beyond the security solutions monitoring for malicious activity.