SecureList

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

In this article in the KSB series, we review the trends of the past year, reflect on the predictions we made for 2024 , and offer insights into what we can expect in 2025. This is especially true for phishing attacks, as generative AI tools are now capable of composing well-written, illustrated phishing emails.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 17, 2019

It quietly makes its way past your security defenses into the heart of your data and keeps it hostage until you pay a ransom. In this article, we will take a detailed look at how ransomware makes its way into your network and onto your computer and see how you can defend your data assets! What is Lateral Movement?

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 29, 2022

Standalone cybersecurity tools are not enough to maintain the security posture of an entire organization. Between malware , phishing attacks , zero-day threats , advanced persistent threats , reconnaissance, and brute force attacks, hackers are looking for any and every avenue into a network. Types Of Threats. How Much Can You Manage?

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

DNS security protects the domain name system (DNS) from attackers seeking to reroute traffic to malicious sites. This article will provide an overview of DNS Security, common attacks, and how to use DNS security to prevent DNS attacks and manipulation. What Are DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC)?

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

By establishing their own cybersecurity standards, states aim to enhance the security of information systems and data within their boundaries, particularly in sectors that federal regulations may not cover. For a deeper understanding of how cloud security fits into the broader cybersecurity landscape, explore this article.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2024

VPN integration: Secures surfing sessions by combining VPN with a password manager, for private, anonymous browsing and secure connections over public WiFi. Confidential SSO: Simplifies access control by allowing you to utilize a single credential for secure access to their Dashlane vaults.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

This article details two major findings from the report: five major cybersecurity threats and prioritization problems. Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 31, 2024

Benefits of Using Antivirus Software Antivirus software provides real-time protection, scans for vulnerabilities, updates automatically, guards against phishing, and is cost-effective. It continuously checks for threats, closes security gaps, and protects your device from malware. Kaiti Norton contributed to this article.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Classifications of Encryption Types To avoid confusion, let’s examine the different ways ‘type’ can be applied to encryption and how we will cover them in this article: Encryption category types will explain the overarching and basic categories of classification for encryption, including the two most important: symmetric and asymmetric encryption.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 30, 2024

Notable alternative sources disclosed this year include: Email account compromise: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services disclosed the data breach letter to individuals affected by a phishing attack that stole credentials and gained access to 23 employee email mailboxes.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 8, 2023

With the internet playing an increasing role in business, securing DNS plays a critical role in both operations and security. Most commonly, this type of attack will be performed through phishing attacks on an endpoint where the DNS query of the URL or IP address in the phishing email will be redirected to a malicious DNS server.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Your company stakeholders — especially the employees — should know the strategies your security team is using to prevent data breaches, and they should know simple ways they can help, like password protection and not clicking on malicious links or files or falling for phishing attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 13, 2021

As the demand for robust security defense grows by the day, the market for cybersecurity technology has exploded, as well as the number of available solutions. A startup getting to Unicorn status (valued at a billion or more) on the back of security training is quite a feat. Learn more about KnowBe4. Headquarters: Cambridge, UK.

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Spinone

MARCH 20, 2019

This is especially true in the world of security. The best security defenses can be totally compromised by a single individual making the wrong decision, either accidentally or knowingly. In this article, we will take a look at cyber security awareness across an SMB organization. What is CIO fraud?

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 29, 2023

Advanced security technologies are used by Zscaler to focus on real-time threat prevention. All communication, including encrypted traffic, is inspected for possible threats, malware, and phishing attempts. This updates a Dec.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 20, 2023

This article will provide insight into penetration test pricing, 11 key factors affecting pricing, information needed for a penetration testing quote, and how to pick a penetration testing vendor. Many organizations are used to the phishing simulation of employee cybersecurity training tools , but social engineering can go much further.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Major cloud service providers have generally had good security , so cloud users can be pretty confident in the security of their data and applications if they get their part right. Educate users on the value of strong passwords and the dangers of phishing attempts.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Organizations have a variety of options for cloud deployments, each with its own set of capabilities and security challenges. Training: To establish a security culture inside the company, educate staff on security best practices such as phishing prevention and data management. Also read: What is Private Cloud Security?

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Network security architecture is a strategy that provides formal processes to design robust and secure networks. Effective implementation improves data throughput, system reliability, and overall security for any organization. IT team training ranges from basic tool training to cybersecurity certification.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

This extra security is crucial for protecting your financial data from online threats. Protection from Cyber Threats Beyond securing your connection, some VPNs offer additional features like malware protection, ad-blocking, and phishing defense. Always be aware of the legal implications of using a VPN in your location.

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Security Through Education

JUNE 7, 2023

In this article, I’ll break down a couple of those methods and the similarities in connection to my work in vishing (voice phishing). This scenario shows how a malicious attacker could compromise a target and breach security defenses. Many also like to feel like they have a measure of control in a given situation.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 9, 2024

5 Pricing 2/5 Core Features 4/5 Additional Features 4/5 Ease of Use 4/5 Customer Support 4/5 Trustworthiness 1/5 Connectwise boasts a variety of software solutions for businesses, but its ScreenConnect service is the one I’m looking at for this article. How Can I Access Another Computer Remotely for Free?

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

We need secure and unique passwords to use business applications , access e-mail, and social media securely, and even watch movies on a streaming service. In this article, we’ll explain how password managers work, how to use a password manager, and how to choose the right one for your purposes.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 25, 2024

Remote access security: Implementing SWGs ensures that distant personnel have secure access to business resources by using strong authentication and encryption technologies to protect data transmission over public networks. Drew Robb contributed to this article.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 23, 2021

Standalone security products are not enough to maintain the security posture of an entire organization. Between malware , phishing attacks , zero-day threats, advanced persistent threats , reconnaissance and brute force attacks, hackers are looking for any and every avenue into a network. Types of threats. Integration.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

And AI security policies will need to extend beyond commercial AI tools to also cover internally-developed GPTs and LLMs” Security teams shy away from formal rules, but sometimes it just has to be done. For resources to help manage these recognized risks, read our article on the best tools for risk management.

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