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34 Most Common Types of Network Security Protections

eSecurity Planet

From there, these tools send alerts to security teams if and when risks are identified. Vulnerability management is handled not only by cybersecurity and IT teams but by cross-functional teams that understand how assets are used across the organization.

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Cyber Best Practices for Overseas Asset Security

SecureWorld News

Going global or even expanding your operations further afield in your geography introduces a host of new digital risks. These risks require proactive and methodical strategizing to overcome if you are to protect your assets, data, and reputation.

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2024 State of Cybersecurity: Reports of More Threats & Prioritization Issues

eSecurity Planet

Risk-based analytics: Considers the level of risk as the context for the level of permission needed to access systems, applications, and data. Endpoint protection platform (EPP) and Endpoint detection and response (EDR) : Add features to antivirus to detect malicious behavior and proactively block attacks.

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Network Security Architecture: Best Practices & Tools

eSecurity Planet

Virtual private networks (VPNs): Secure remote user or branch office access to network resources through encrypted connections to firewalls or server applications. Virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI): Replaces VPN or remote desktop access with virtual desktops in fully controlled environments with additional protections.

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What is Network Security? Definition, Threats & Protections

eSecurity Planet

Often auditing will be performed through the review of networking logs, but penetration testing and vulnerability scanning can also be used to check for proper implementation and configuration. Endpoint security : protects endpoints with antivirus, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, etc. for unauthorized access.

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10 ways attackers gain access to networks

Malwarebytes

Default configurations are now running the risk of bans and fines. Remote services—such as a virtual private network (VPN)—lack sufficient controls to prevent unauthorized access. A poorly-designed workplace VPN may be easily accessed by an attacker, and could also help mask exploration and exploitation of the network.

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Network Protection: How to Secure a Network

eSecurity Planet

Penetration testing and vulnerability scanning should be used to test proper implementation and configuration. Virtual Private Network (VPN) : For remote access, remote desktop protocol (RDP) no longer can be considered safe. Instead, organizations should use a virtual private network (VPN) solution.

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