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Looking at a penetration test through the eyes of a target

CyberSecurity Insiders

Penetration testing (pentesting) is one of the fundamental mechanisms in this area. The need to probe the architecture of a network for weak links through offensive methods co-occurred with the emergence of the “perimeter security” philosophy. They do overlap in quite a few ways, but each has its unique hallmarks.

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SHARED INTEL Q&A: My thoughts and opinions about cyber threats — as discussed with OneRep

The Last Watchdog

Byron: On the software side of things, some exciting breakthroughs are about to gain meaningful traction in leveraging machine learning and automation to shape new security platforms and frameworks that are much better suited to helping companies implement cyber hygiene, as well as execute effective, ongoing threat detection and incident response.

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Ransomware Taxonomy: Four Scenarios Companies Should Safeguard Against

Cisco Security

A few suggestions for companies to consider: Deploy a Zero Trust architecture to reduce the attack surface and continually add security applications, devices, and capabilities to prevent intruders from accessing their network resources. We’d love to hear what you think. Cisco Secure Social Channels.

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Network Security Architecture: Best Practices & Tools

eSecurity Planet

Network security architecture is a strategy that provides formal processes to design robust and secure networks. This article explores network security architecture components, goals, best practices, frameworks, implementation, and benefits as well as where you can learn more about network security architecture.

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How To Set Up a Firewall in 8 Easy Steps + Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

Before performing a firewall configuration, consider factors such as security requirements, network architecture, and interoperability; avoid typical firewall setup errors; and follow the best practices below. Verify that the chosen firewall can meet your security standards and functions. Sample firewall log management tool from SolarWinds 6.

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When It comes to Cybersecurity – An ounce of prevention

CyberSecurity Insiders

Network design and architecture. Architecting a robust network with multiple layers of firewall protection, redundant pathways for both external and internal and isolating critical data is paramount in limiting the damage done by a threat actor. More complex architectures may be needed depending on the industry or the data.

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What Are the Best Cybersecurity Certifications in 2023?

SecureWorld News

The course will revolve around real-world system architectures, the threats and exploits that could result in a data breach , and the defense mechanisms that could be employed to protect a network. With this knowledge, learners will then exploit a live system to identify the risks of web applications that lack the necessary security.