eSecurity Planet

APRIL 15, 2024

Typically, these vulnerabilities result in remote code execution or denial-of-service attacks, posing major dangers to users’ data security. To mitigate these risks, users must promptly apply vendor-provided software patches and updates, as well as exercise vigilance when using online services and apps.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 25, 2021

As Sam Ingalls writes in his How to Implement Zero Trust article, “a zero trust strategy centers around refined controls to improve and rightfully restrict access to your network and applications. By limiting movement, you mitigate the risk of malicious actors accessing key segments.” Insider threats are still a risk.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 5, 2022

In this article, we’ll cover all that as well as any downsides to using this method of fraud detection and how to prevent your business from falling to online fraud. The purpose of a fraud score is that it’s an informational tool to assess risk. What is fraud scoring? How does it work and what are the advantages of using it?

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

I've been recently working on several articles on the topic of threat intelligence and I came up with a proper article which I'll share in this post with the idea to improve my reader's situational awareness on the topic eventually improving the way they work and do threat intelligence gathering online. -.

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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. Public Cloud Security Risks While public cloud systems offer scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency, they can also pose significant risks if not properly secured.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

By analyzing vast amounts of data in real time, AI systems can identify potential threats and mitigate risks more efficiently than traditional methods. This allows organizations to stay ahead of cyber threats, enabling proactive defenses and reducing response times.

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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.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 30, 2024

Plan, implement, and regularly drill for potential failure using: Integrated risk management : Aligns operations goals with security risk to identify and protect the critical points of failure to limit the blast radius of potential issues.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 11, 2023

This trend spreads out data center risk over the internet and increases the potential vectors for attack. SASE provides an edge security solution that addresses these challenges without the bottlenecks of traditional virtual private network (VPN) solutions. For additional reading: Top SASE Solutions What Is Edge Security?

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Cyber security in banking has become the frontline defense against an ever-growing wave of digital threats. With billions of dollars and sensitive data at risk, banks are under constant pressure to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals. This drastically reduces the risk of unauthorized access.

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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. Security events and incidents are recorded and evaluated in order to discover and respond to potential security risks as soon as possible.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 16, 2022

That investment requires shifting attitudes from general awareness of security, which most workers already have, to genuinely caring about it and seeing themselves as a true part of their company’s security defenses.

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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. DNS Attacks can be prevented or reduced in impact.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2024

Although cookies are intended for secure session management, they require protection methods to avoid the risk of misuse and illegal access to personal information or online accounts. Risks & Implications of Cookie Theft How Do You Know If You’re Being Targeted? Table of Contents Toggle How Does Cookie Stealing Work?

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2023

For those who favor the DIY approach, we also have articles on the best commercial and open source pentesting tools. These reports include the vulnerabilities discovered, the techniques used to exploit them, and security suggestions. Recognizing Risks Clearly: Penetration testing services deliver clear, actionable reports.

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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. More sophisticated organizations can further protect identity with investments in tools such as: Application programming interface (API) security : Guards against attacks using program-to-program communication protocols.

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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

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

This article is sponsored by UST, which offers cloud service solutions trusted by major brands in healthcare, finance, retail, and more. Cloud-native development helps eliminate reliance on a single cloud service provider, reducing vendor lock-in risks and offering enterprises the flexibility to choose and move between providers as needed.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Stateful Inspection Stateful inspection firewalls track the behavior of active network connections to detect and block potential data and traffic risks. A single, centrally managed solution can reduce training, installation, and update requirements compared to many different security solutions.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

In each of these cases, the cracked encryption can lead to leaked data, but the nature of the risk remains distinct. New encryption algorithms will be developed to replace the older algorithms, yet organizations and tools can lag behind the developing edge of encryption, posing a risk of future data leaks.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2023

Every organization should understand and consider the flexibility offered by outsourcing to one or more MSPs as part of their IT operations and security strategy. 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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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2023

Every organization should understand and consider the flexibility offered by outsourcing to one or more MSPs as part of their IT operations and security strategy. 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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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 18, 2024

In this article, we'll explore why cybersecurity is poised to take center stage in 2024 , without diminishing the essential contributions of software engineers. What We Are Going to Read in This Article: 1. Cybersecurity professionals are focusing on AI-based security measures to fight fire with fire.

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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. The surge in mobile applications for controlling these devices adds another layer of risk.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

On the help desk side, users can design a knowledge base for their own employees to resolve IT issues with the help of articles and instructions. Analytics Some ITAM suites include financial analysis and risk management. Integration with endpoint security tools can simplify patch delivery, security monitoring and asset management.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 5, 2021

Breach and attack simulation (BAS) is a relatively new IT security technology that can automatically spot vulnerabilities in an organization’s cyber defenses, akin to continuous, automated penetration testing. CyCognito is committed to exposing shadow risk and bringing advanced threats into view.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 31, 2024

Prevents, identifies, and remediates risks. EPP may not be well-suited to the demands of those who fall into these categories: Enterprises with advanced security requirements: EPP may not provide the comprehensive protection required by large organizations with high risk profiles. Kaiti Norton contributed to this article.

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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. Organizations that manage their own servers will need to isolate, harden, maintain, and audit DNS servers the same as they would any other high-risk server managing sensitive information.

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NopSec

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

Threat intelligence is an increasing popular buzzword in security magazine articles and blogs. It also is becoming more prevalent in product and services offerings from security vendors. The vulnerability remediation planning becomes very straightforward… fix the true risks facing your organization.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 21, 2024

By following these steps, you’ll be well on your way to mastering LastPass and securing your digital life. For more detailed comparisons and reviews of password managers, including alternatives like Dashlane and 1Password, check out this article on eSecurity Planet.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 27, 2024

In this article, we’ll explain how a VPN works, explore its encryption mechanisms, review common VPN protocols, and discuss its various business applications. The sender and receiver must both have the same key, which can be a security risk if the key is intercepted.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

For the full steps and a template to start with, read our article on how to develop a firewall policy. Simulate probable security risks to determine the firewall’s responsiveness and efficacy in preventing unauthorized access. Lastly, plan the policy’s dissemination.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 29, 2023

This straightforward approach enhances security and lightens management burdens. By ensuring consistent, efficient security, FWaaS lowers risks, improves agility, and increases compliance with government regulations and industry rules. And by eliminating the need for local security solutions, it can save money too.

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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! This is the safest and easiest way.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 9, 2024

per year for the first year Personal key passwords, access via browser, remote reboot Table of Contents Toggle Risks of Using Remote Access Software How Can I Access Another Computer Remotely for Free? However, this software can have some risks if not properly implemented. Provider Starting Price Notable Features RustDesk $19.90

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 25, 2024

The application control feature enables firms to control which applications their employees can use, assuring productivity and security. SWGs can prevent unapproved or non-business-related applications, reducing the risks associated with untested software. It reduces the risks associated with illegal access and data breaches.

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NopSec

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Description LibreOffice and OpenOffice are popular free, open-source alternative to Microsoft Office, used by millions of Windows, MacOS and Linux users (if curious about the history and the differences between the two, check out this article ). Affected Products LibreOffice 6.1.0-6.1.3.1 6.1.3.1 OpenOffice: 4.1.6

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