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How to Prevent DNS Attacks: DNS Security Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

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.

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FBI’s Cyberthreat Information Sharing System Breached By Criminals – Entire User Database Believed Stolen

Joseph Steinberg

Somehow, however, criminals not only got into the system, but also managed to download a treasure trove of sensitive information. This incident highlights several important points: 1. Even the best security folks sometimes mess up.

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Key Insights from the OpenText 2024 Threat Perspective

Webroot

The uptick is primarily attributed to attackers leveraging advanced tools like generative artificial intelligence (AI), which helps them craft malware that’s more sophisticated and adaptive. Combine antivirus tools with DNS protection, endpoint monitoring, and user training for comprehensive protection.

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What are Common Types of Social Engineering Attacks?

eSecurity Planet

Smished messages usually contain links that launch a malicious site or download when tapped. Usually this is accomplished either by deploying malware that changes the target computer’s host files, or by using a technique known as DNS cache poisoning. Deepfake attacks represent a sophisticated emerging trend in social engineering.

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9 Best Secure Web Gateway Vendors for 2022

eSecurity Planet

SWGs achieve this by blocking web-based attacks that forward malware, phishing , drive-by downloads, ransomware, supply chain attacks , and command-and-control actions. Leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI and ML) to detect, classify, and stop attacks and enforce acceptable use policies.

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The Biggest Lessons about Vulnerabilities at RSAC 2021

eSecurity Planet

With ML and artificial intelligence (AI) using thousands of strains to train algorithms, one would surmise that the ability to detect malware is only improving. Using legitimate file-sharing tools like RClone and MegaCmdServer to mask activity, malicious actors can go undetected while downloading your network’s data.

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What is Network Security? Definition, Threats & Protections

eSecurity Planet

Other hackers might use a spoofed domain name system (DNS) or IP addresses to redirect users from legitimate connections (to websites, servers, etc.) Other users might attempt to exceed their intended access, such as when the marketing intern attempts to access an R&D file server and download IP in development.