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Why BYOD Is the Favored Ransomware Backdoor

eSecurity Planet

This category also includes routers, switches, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices that can’t install traditional endpoint protection such as antivirus (AV) or endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions. Remote encryption performs ransomware encryption on a device beyond the security solutions monitoring for malicious activity.

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How the CISO has adapted to protect the hybrid workforce

IT Security Guru

This has led to CISOs shifting how they approach protecting the corporate perimeter with additional controls and monitoring tools being used to scan any access to the network. Other security initiatives to leverage . However, it also means that security teams must work harder to maintain visibility.

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What is Network Security? Definition, Threats & Protections

eSecurity Planet

Network security creates shielded, monitored, and secure communications between users and assets. Securing the expanding, sprawling, and sometimes conflicting collection of technologies that make up network security provides constant challenges for security professionals.

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34 Most Common Types of Network Security Protections

eSecurity Planet

Whether you’re operating a global enterprise network or a small family business, your network’s security needs to be optimized with tools, teams, and processes to protect customer data and valuable business assets. Many of these tools protect resources connected to networks, thus shutting down threats as early as possible.

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IDS & IPS Remain Important Even as Other Tools Add IDPS Features

eSecurity Planet

An ideal security stack provides continuous protection without gaps. IDS and IPS solutions help fill in the gaps between endpoint protection , firewalls , and other parts of the security stack. Why We Still Need Network Detection and Protection. Also read: Best Network Monitoring Tools.

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Five takeaways from the Oldsmar water facility attack

SC Magazine

Unfortunately, as seen at Oldsmar, remote access apps like TeamViewer are often the easiest path for attackers with stolen credentials to infiltrate a network. Industrial networks contain thousands of OT and IoT devices from a variety of vendors. Integrate OT and IT network security. Take a pump, for example.

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Five takeaways from the Oldsmar water facility attack

SC Magazine

Unfortunately, as seen at Oldsmar, remote access apps like TeamViewer are often the easiest path for attackers with stolen credentials to infiltrate a network. Industrial networks contain thousands of OT and IoT devices from a variety of vendors. Integrate OT and IT network security. Take a pump, for example.