eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Domain name service (DNS) attacks threaten every internet connection because they can deny, intercept, and hijack connections. With the internet playing an increasing role in business, securing DNS plays a critical role in both operations and security. Everything You Need to Know.

DNS 113

DNS DDOS Firewall Architecture 113

Adam Levin

APRIL 8, 2019

Facebook’s Two-Factor Authentication phone numbers exposed: After prompting users to provide phone numbers to secure their accounts, Facebook allows anyone to look up their account by using them. An unexpected delay in network connections could mean a hardware failure, but it could also signify a hijacked DNS server.

Hacking 100

Hacking Data privacy Artificial Intelligence System Administration 100

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

In this simple environment network security followed a simple protocol: Authenticate the user : using a computer login (username + password) Check the user’s permissions: using Active Directory or a similar Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) Enable communication with authorized network resources (servers, printers, etc.)

Network Security 98

Network Security Firewall Penetration Testing Encryption 98

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Although beyond the scope of the network, effective network security relies upon the effective authentication of the user elsewhere in the security stack. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) : In today’s ransomware-riddled environment, two-factor authentication should also be considered a minimum requirement for all forms of remote access.

Firewall 109

Firewall Network Security Penetration Testing Encryption 109

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

DNS leak protection Kill switch No log policy. Password managers should include the following features: Encryption Password generator Multifactor authentication Automatic device sync. Also Read: Attackers Use Bots to Circumvent Some Two-Factor Authentication Systems. DDoS protection Challenge tests Honeypots for bad bots.

Internet 144

Internet Internet Software Antivirus 144

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Multi-factor authentication : Protects stolen credentials against use by requiring more than a simple username and password combination for access to resources. Passwordless authentication : Eliminates passwords in favor of other types of authentication such as passkeys, SSO, biometrics, or email access.

Cybersecurity 121

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 121