eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

Encryption and the development of cryptography have been a cornerstone of IT security for decades and remain critical for data protection against evolving threats. While cryptology is thousands of years old, modern cryptography took off in the 1970s with the help of the Diffie-Hellman-Merkle and RSA encryption algorithms.

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Schneier on Security

MAY 30, 2023

It’s neither hard nor expensive : Unlike password authentication, which requires a direct match between what is inputted and what’s stored in a database, fingerprint authentication determines a match using a reference threshold. Other news articles. Research paper.

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CSO Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Security researchers have found a way to extract a global encryption key that was hardcoded in the CPUs of several Siemens programmable logic controller (PLC) product lines, allowing them to compromise their secure communications and authentication. To read this article in full, please click here

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 16, 2023

AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. One of the most effective ways to do this is through encryption. In cybersecurity, encryption plays a crucial role in ensuring data confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity.

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Security Affairs

JULY 29, 2022

Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed. Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed. Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed to improve security without hindering user convenience. What is Strong Authentication?

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 24, 2023

As the frequency of data breaches surges, it becomes increasingly imperative to guarantee the security and adequate encryption of passwords. In this article, I will provide an overview of password encryption, explaining its essence and modus operandi. What is password encryption? Why is password encryption necessary?

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Authentication and authorization vulnerabilities: Weak authentication methods and compromised access tokens can provide unauthorized access. Multi-factor authentication: Implement multi-factor authentication for administration and privileged users to enhance access control and prevent unauthorized entry.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 24, 2021

How FIDO 2 authentication can help achieve regulatory compliance. One common denominator in all regulations is the need for strong authentication. Strong authentication is the key to eliminate a large percentage of cyber-attacks, including those based on stolen credentials and subsequent credential stuffing.

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Schneier on Security

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

When, say, an iPhone is getting ready to pair up with Bluetooth-powered device, CTKD’s role is to set up two separate authentication keys for that phone: one for a “Bluetooth Low Energy” device, and one for a device using what’s known as the “Basic Rate/Enhanced Data Rate” standard.

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Cisco Security

MARCH 16, 2021

In fact, 63% of threats detected by Cisco Stealthwatch in 2019 were in encrypted traffic. The European Union is concerned enough that it drafted a resolution in November 2020 to ban end-to-end encryption, prompting outcry from privacy advocates. I’ve linked to couple of excellent short articles on this topic at the end of this blog.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Ericsson Extends 5G Core Authentication Solution with Thales Hardware Security Module. The Ericsson Authentication Security Module integrates the Thales 5G Luna Hardware Security Module to enable communication service providers (CSPs) to provide premium security for markets and use cases that have more strict security requirements.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This article will provide an overview of DNS Security, common attacks, and how to use DNS security to prevent DNS attacks and manipulation. Domain Name System Security Extension (DNSSEC) protocols authenticate DNS traffic by adding support for cryptographically signed responses. What Are DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC)?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 3, 2023

In this article, we will discuss the best practices for mobile app security that developers should follow to ensure the safety of their users. Developers should follow best practices such as using strong encryption algorithms, sanitizing user input, validating user input on the server-side, and using secure authentication mechanisms.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 16, 2024

As set out in its Article 2, DORA applies to the entire financial services sector. DORA makes it possible for financial entities to adopt cloud computing services providing that financial services remain responsible and manage both impacts above, related to risks on cybersecurity as defined in Article 9, risks on third party as in Article 28.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Let’s talk about one of the most common types of vulnerabilities on the OWASP Top 10: broken authentication & session management. Simply stated, broken authentication & session management allows a cybercriminal to steal a user’s login data, or forge session data, such as cookies, to gain unauthorized access to websites.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 28, 2022

Compared to OTR (Off-the-Record) which basically allows single-user type of secure and encrypted communication the OMEMO protocol actually allows multi-user type of data and information exchange further strengthening the protocol's position on the market for secure mobile IM (instant messaging) applications. Stay tuned!

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2021

These are used for authentication, encryption, access control and many other aspects of modern security and they all require cryptographically secure random numbers -- sequences of numbers or symbols that are chosen in a way that's unpredictable by an attacker. To read this article in full, please click here

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 5, 2023

In this article, we will explore actionable steps to protect your privacy online and ensure a safer digital presence. Utilize Encryption: Encrypting your data helps ensure that it remains secure during transmission. When providing personal information, verify the authenticity of the website and ensure it is encrypted.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 4, 2023

Zero Trust is a term that is often misunderstood and misused, which is why I wrote an article not long ago entitled Zero Trust: What These Overused Cybersecurity Buzz Words Actually Mean – And Do Not Mean. Because the attacker may be listening to the data moving across the network, all traffic must be encrypted.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2023

The DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM) email authentication standard enables email servers to check incoming emails to verify the sender and detect email message alterations. This article helps to understand: How Does DKIM Work? At a high level, DKIM enables an organization to provide encryption hash values for key parts of an email.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 22, 2024

Article 21 of the Directive details the security requirements organizations must adhere to, including at least the following: Risk analysis. Cryptography and encryption. Multi-factor authentication or continuous authentication solutions. Incident handling. Business continuity/crisis management.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 1, 2023

In this article, we will explore some of the trending topics in cybersecurity, shedding light on the advancements, threats, and the measures we need to take to protect ourselves. Employing encryption, multi-factor authentication, and continuous monitoring are some essential steps to safeguard cloud environments.

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CSO Magazine

MAY 19, 2022

While the IT version may not be as entertaining as what was discussed in that song, there are still important reasons to understand your corporate encryption secrets and how they are provisioned, managed and deployed. To read this article in full, please click here

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CSO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Of all foundational elements for information security, logging requires far more care and feeding than its fellow cornerstones such as encryption, authentication or permissions. To read this article in full, please click here Log data must be captured, correlated and analyzed to be of any use.

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CSO Magazine

JULY 27, 2022

We have our normal password management processes, password storage tools, and encryption processes. A multi-factor authentication device is lost. To read this article in full, please click here Doing so requires multiple backups, cloud resources, and tested backup and recovery processes. Then disaster strikes.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

This article looks at rainbow table attacks, how rainbow tables work, best practices for defending against cryptanalytic attacks, and more. A cryptanalytic attack is one where unauthorized actors breach a cryptographic security system through exhaustive searches for information related to the encryption scheme. What are Cryptanalysts?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 28, 2023

This article aims to provide a comprehensive list of cybersecurity research topics suitable for beginners, helping them delve into the fundamentals of this rapidly evolving field. Cryptography: Dive into the world of cryptography, studying symmetric and asymmetric encryption, digital signatures, and cryptographic algorithms.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 14, 2023

In a development environment, secrets refer to digital authentication credentials used in software components including login credentials, API tokens, and encryption keys. “We

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 29, 2023

This article explores the ways in which 5G helps accelerate cybersecurity, safeguarding the increasingly connected world we live in. As data volumes continue to grow exponentially, 5G technology provides the necessary infrastructure to support robust security protocols, including encryption, data analytics, and machine learning algorithms.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 17, 2022

Secrets refer to sensitive pieces of information including encryption keys, authentication tokens, and passwords. To read this article in full, please click here

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Bleeping Computer reports that individuals behind Venus ransomware are breaking into “publicly exposed Remote Desktop services”, with the intention of encrypting any and all Windows devices. Do not rename encrypted files. Since at least August 2022, Venus has been causing chaos and has become rather visible lately.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 29, 2021

In a revision of KnowledgeBase article KB5005413 , Microsoft has provided more elaborate mitigation instructions for the PetitPotam attacks that were disclosed a week ago. MS-EFSRPC is used for maintenance and management operations on encrypted data that is stored remotely and accessible over a network. Pass the hash.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Apple's messaging app, iMessage, already uses end-to-end encryption so that messages can only be read by the sender and recipients. A hardware security key uses public-key encryption to authenticate a user, and is much harder to defeat than other forms of authentication, such as passwords, or codes sent by SMS or generated by apps.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In this article, we will explore the key characteristics, security threats, and best security practices for five key cloud security environments: public cloud, private cloud, hybrid cloud, multi-cloud, and multi-tenant cloud. Encrypt Sensitive Data: Enable data encryption in transit and at rest and ensure safe key management.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In this article, we’ll look at public cloud security, including how it works, who is responsible for securing what, relevant standards, security methods, common risks to consider, and how public cloud security differs from private cloud security. For this purpose, strong encryption methods such as AES-256 are often utilized.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 23, 2018

Security Keys are inexpensive USB-based devices that offer an alternative approach to two-factor authentication (2FA), which requires the user to log in to a Web site using something they know (the password) and something they have (e.g., “Users might be asked to authenticate using their security key for many different apps/reasons. .

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CSO Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2022

One of the biggest challenges facing IT teams today is providing work-from-anywhere (WFA) employees with secure, reliable, and authenticated access to critical corporate assets, applications, and resources. These malicious hackers were then able to infiltrate networks by hijacking encrypted VPN tunnels.

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