CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. In addition, few companies can provide access to password management software or VPNs to protect their internet connection and credentials and maintain security on rogue Wi-Fi networks.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 19, 2022

All RDP connections accessible from the Internet are found within hours of going live, and spend their lives being probed relentlessly by multiple malicious computer programs looking to guess their passwords. Make offsite, offline backups. Our article on 5 technologies that help prevent cyberattacks for SMBs is a great start.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 10, 2019

HackingVision has a great focus on technology and modern cybersecurity trends. Here you can find more than 20 news articles each week. The Security Ledger The main aspect of cybersecurity this blog focuses on is the Internet-of-Things security. Here you can find articles on recent cybersecurity updates.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 23, 2020

As a result, companies are relying on virtual private networks (VPNs) , which establish encrypted connections to enterprise applications over the public internet, to connect their workforce. Industry information for this article was supplied by Karthik Krishnaswamy, Director of Product Marketing, NS1.

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SecureList

APRIL 15, 2024

In this article, we revisit the LockBit 3.0 The attacker was able to exploit an internet-facing server that exposed multiple sensitive ports. Measures for mitigating the risk of such an attack may vary depending on the technology used by the company.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

An important caveat here is that cyber insurance is becoming increasingly expensive: check out our article on 4 ways to save money on cyber insurance ). End use of unsupported/end of life software and hardware that are accessible from the Internet. Baltimore learned this the hard way. (An Enhanced logging. Partner up!

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2023

Over the last decade, K–12 schools have made great strides in employing technologies that facilitate learning—especially since the onset of pandemic-induced distance education. A study from the Kapor Center estimated that high turnover has cost the technology sector more than $16 billion annually.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Shadow IT in the cloud: "The guy from finance, for example, just goes on the internet in search of whichever application he wants. And that's just good, regular backups of data. Storing backups off site is number two because we find that a lot of backups that are in the cloud are still being hit.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 20, 2019

In this article, we’ll take a look at the biggest ransomware attacks of 2019 and the severe impact they have had. Don’t forget to check our article about ransomware and ransomware trends if you would like to find out more. This year has ushered in a resurgence in ransomware activity. Notable Ransomware Attacks in 2019 1.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

In this article we will learn how to address and effectively respond to major enterprise cybersecurity threats and provide tips to mitigate IT security risk. Today, c yber security incidents lead to significant damage, alarming organizations of all types and sizes in different geographic locations.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Public cloud has made it possible for organizations to be much more efficient, agile, and to integrate new technologies much more quickly. ” Generally, good or even great security is effective when approached as “layers of an onion,” with a combination of technologies and best practices forming the cloud security strategy.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Application Security Issues and Risks With the rise of cloud computing, edge computing, mobile devices, and the Internet of Things (IoT), there are more attack surfaces than ever for cybercriminals to exploit. This is to provide a more comprehensive view of an application’s security code. The potential cost is too great not to act.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Patch management preparation : backups and other system preparation that needs to be in place in case a patch fails and systems need to be restored. Tools often lack comprehensive coverage of third-party applications, firmware, internet-of-things (IoT) devices, networking equipment, backup applications, and more.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 16, 2022

I began with securing networking equipment for customers to now securing mobile devices, gaming systems, Internet of Things (“Alexa”), the work environment, social engineering, etc. Those tools used to mitigate risks include perimeter defense, firewalls, security software, backups, etc.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Networks connect devices to each other so that users can access assets such as applications, data, or even other networks such as the internet. This article will briefly outline the types of security needed to secure a network. These physical controls do not rely upon IT technology and will be assumed to be in place.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

Now that some companies have managed to avoid paying ransom by restoring from backup, the gangs have upped their game. If you are new here, I am a visiting scholar at Duke University this year and I am hosting occasional email dialogs on important issues of technology, ethics, and privacy called "In Conversation."

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Tape vendors have been promoting themselves as a solution to the ransomware problem because of their ability to provide air-gapped data backup, but trying to recover terabytes of data from a tape drive can be a little like, well, running into red tape. Q: Can you air gap a disk backup system? Tape vs. Disk: The Ransomware Issues.

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Joseph Steinberg

DECEMBER 20, 2021

At their core, quantum computers are devices that leverage advanced physics to perform computing functions in ways that are simply unachievable with classic computers; quantum physics is not a simple matter, and, as such, this article cannot possibly explain in detail how quantum computers physically work.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Recognizing the evolution in both cybersecurity and customer needs, Barracuda began to develop new capabilities as well as acquire complementary companies to deliver technology solutions for application security, cloud backups, firewalls, and more. 5 (#4) Licensing Information: 4.25

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 7, 2023

combinations Enables automated response to quickly and effectively contain threats based upon policy from moderate (move to guest network, assign to self-remediation VLAN, apply OS updates/patches, etc.) to stringent (quarantine assets, turn off switch port, block access, disable network card, etc.)

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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. Public clouds enable multiple businesses to share resources from a shared pool over the internet.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 5, 2021

An organization must: Prepare a good backup policy and procedure. This is particularly true of server protection, where, as Symantec Endpoint Security VP and General Manager Adam Bromwich notes, “traditionally IT has not turned on all the protection technologies available to them. Simple Ransomware Recovery. Ransomware Security.

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Cisco Security

JULY 14, 2021

For example, they will compromise backup systems so that administrators cannot use them to restore data. Today’s users are accustomed to rapidly scrolling and browsing through emails, social media, and news articles. No single technology or best practice alone can prevent it. Technologies that can help.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2022

This article looks at the security functionality of SD-WAN solutions and how to bolster SD-WAN cybersecurity. SD-WAN architectures are an example of SDN technology applied to geographically distant wide-area networks through broadband internet, multiprotocol label switching (MPLS), 4G/LTE, and 5G. Jump to: What is SD-WAN?

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

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. Traditionally, this technology implicitly distrusts external traffic and implicitly trusts internal traffic.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

ECC is used for email encryption, cryptocurrency digital signatures, and internet communication protocols. Encryption Tools and IT Security Fundamental protocols incorporate encryption to automatically protect data and include internet protocol security (IPSec), Kerberos, Secure Shell (SSH), and the transmission control protocol (TCP).

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

This article dives into the lexicon of malware, offering descriptions, protections, and examples of each. As you browse the myriad of malicious software featured in this article, we offer tips for how best to defend against each type. with no internet. Jump ahead: Adware. Bots and botnets. Browser hijacker. Browser Hijacker.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 21, 2020

Digital commerce from day one has revolved around companies bulling forward to take full advantage of wondrous decentralized, anonymous characteristics of the Internet, which began a military-academic experiment. We recently released an article about a malware we dubbed Cloud Snooper. But they were not at all surprising.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 14, 2021

Despite reportedly paying nearly $5 million in ransom to the DarkSide ransomware as a service group, the decryption tool provided by the hackers was so slow that the company apparently had to rely on its own backups to restore service. Here’s how they could help limit damage from ransomware – and other cyber attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2023

Information technology (IT) MSPs typically provide the easiest path to better cybersecurity because they focus completely on the effective implementation of basic IT infrastructure. This article will explore what MSPs are through the following topics: How Do MSPs Work? What Are MSPs Used for in Security? What Are the Types of MSPs?

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Businesses need to demonstrate more flexibility and agility than ever, especially when it comes to protecting their reputation, finances, and—the topic of this article—assets. Cyberattacks can take many forms and have evolved exponentially with the emergence of accessible tools and unrestricted internet access.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2023

Information technology (IT) MSPs typically provide the easiest path to better cybersecurity because they focus completely on the effective implementation of basic IT infrastructure. This article will explore what MSPs are through the following topics: How Do MSPs Work? What Are MSPs Used for in Security? What Are the Types of MSPs?

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Spinone

MARCH 20, 2019

Despite all the technological solutions to any problem in today’s world, there is always the human-factor to consider. The best technology cannot account for the actions and specifically the mistakes that humans can make which may totally undermine the solution that technology provides.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Internet of Things (IoT) devices are the smart consumer and business systems powering the homes, factories, and enterprise processes of tomorrow. This article looks at the top IoT security solutions, current commercial features, associated risks, and considerations for organizations choosing an IoT vendor. Entrust Features.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 23, 2023

This article will cover methods for reducing your external attack surface, techniques to implement in creating a secure digital landscape, tools such as secure network design and a zero-trust architecture that can support a smaller attack surface that thwarts prospective cyber attacks before they ever materialize.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 13, 2023

This article is based on research by Marcelo Rivero, Malwarebytes' ransomware specialist, who monitors information published by ransomware gangs on their dark web sites. A few months later, in mid-November, French defense and technology group Thales confirmed a data breach affecting contracts and partnerships in Malaysia and Italy.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2022

But also war over the internet. The just today that the article came out, I believe it was the DOJ that released about the critical infrastructure hacker from Russia. Technology Security. It started because we go to conferences and where we read articles and you know, magazines, newspapers, whatever. Physical war.

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