CSO Magazine

MAY 4, 2022

Have a backup plan and tested recovery process. Some might argue that multi-factor authentication (MFA) is the best way to protect a firm, but I’d argue that having a tested backup and recovery process would be better. Too often businesses overlook having a backup and a tested recovery process.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

For example, your accounting technology should have features that work to protect your data, like internal controls, multi-factor authentication, or an audit trail that documents change to your data. Cloud vendors often handle the security and backup processes automatically, so examine your technology and see if that is the case.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 8, 2022

The intercepted CLOP communication seen by KrebsOnSecurity shows the group bragged about twice having success infiltrating new victims in the healthcare industry by sending them infected files disguised as ultrasound images or other medical documents for a patient seeking a remote consultation. Encrypting sensitive data wherever possible.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2022

Hackers could take advantage of the version and list settings to affect all files within a document library on a SharePoint site or OneDrive account. See the Best Backup Solutions for Ransomware Protection. Microsoft stores various data such calendars, photos, and other documents in lists.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Bleeping Computer analyzed the leaked data and reported that most of the published data are backups for various systems. Most recent documents in the leaked data are dated back to October 22. Boeing refused to pay the ransom and the LockBit group leaked more than 40GB of files from Boeing.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 12, 2024

Employ Authentication Methods for All Users & Devices A zero trust approach rejects any sort of inherent trust and requires continual verification of all users and devices. Implement stringent access rules, multi-factor authentication, and continuous monitoring to authenticate all access attempts, regardless of prior trust status.

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Duo's Security Blog

JANUARY 27, 2022

Not all multi-factor authentication (MFA) solutions are equal. For a two-factor authentication solution, that may include hidden costs, such as upfront, capital, licensing, support, maintenance, and operating costs. Estimate and plan for how much it will cost to deploy multi-factor authentication to all of your apps and users.

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 1, 2021

30 , the FCC said it plans to move quickly on requiring the mobile companies to adopt more secure methods of authenticating customers before redirecting their phone number to a new device or carrier. In a long-overdue notice issued Sept. ” The FCC said the proposal was in response to a flood of complaints to the agency and the U.S.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 9, 2020

One mitigating factor with this flaw is that an attacker would need to be already authenticated on the network to exploit it, according to security experts at Tenable. Unlike this month’s critical SMB bugs, CVE-2020-0796 does not require the attacker to be authenticated to the target’s network.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 6, 2021

From there, the bad guys can reset the password of any account to which that mobile number is tied, and of course intercept any one-time tokens sent to that number for the purposes of multi-factor authentication. Phone numbers were never designed to be identity documents , but that’s effectively what they’ve become.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 19, 2022

The agency says that by the summer of 2022, the only way to log in to irs.gov will be through ID.me , an online identity verification service that requires applicants to submit copies of bills and identity documents, as well as a live video feed of their faces via a mobile device. If your documents get accepted, ID.me McLean, Va.-based

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

People working remotely is no longer unusual, so the National Security Agency (NSA) has produced a short Best Practices PDF document detailing how remote workers can keep themselves safe from harm. Consider how many folks will only decide to start making backups once they've lost everything for the first time.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 15, 2023

The schools, attacked by the group known as Vice Society, have had multiple documents leaked online in the wake of the attack. Other, unnamed confidential documents were seen which belong to a variety of other schools from across all parts of the UK. One school reports roughly 18,680 documents having been stolen.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 1, 2022

Perhaps records after that date have all made the leap to digital status only, with no backups available. Maybe there are backups, but those have been encrypted by ransomware too. ” At the very least, 2 Factor Authentication (2FA) is needed here. Store your backups externally away from the main network.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 22, 2024

This could encompass access to important documents, accounts or specific instructions. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) Codes and Passkey Management: Password managers excel in simplifying the management of 2FA codes. It also offers a convenient one-stop solution for all pertinent information.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Role-based access control (RBAC) and multi-factor authentication ( MFA ) regulate resource access. Backup and disaster recovery procedures ensure that data is always available. To guard against cyber attacks, cloud systems include powerful security features such as encryption, firewalls, authentication, and data backups.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 27, 2023

If you don’t have a backup, you may lose important files, personal photos, or sensitive documents forever. 4. Backup Your Data: Regularly back up your smartphone data to an external source, such as cloud storage or a computer. Enable encryption settings to safeguard your data from unauthorized access.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 9, 2020

The most common algorithms are those patented by RSA Data Security: This algorithm, also called asymmetric key cryptography, provides a pair of keys (a public and private key) associated with an entity that authenticates the identity of the key itself. Hash encryption is used to ensure integrity and authentication. The hash function.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

We have over 1.5TB of documents leaked + 3 full backups of CRM for branches (eu, na and au) Sirva Worldwide, Inc. The LockBit ransomware gang has claimed responsibility for the attack on SIRVA, the group has stolen 1.5TB of data and already leaked it. “Sirva.com says that all their information worth only $1m.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 22, 2024

From there, the persistent threat actors stealthily moved laterally, ultimately accessing sensitive corporate emails and documents over the course of several months. Attackers can always find a way into a network, so regular, air-gapped backups and a rapid response ransomware containment system should be part of the complete defensive stack."

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Security Affairs

JUNE 29, 2019

Of those, one contained a large collection of internal business documents. The total size is uncertain, but the researcher downloaded a sample of about a terabyte in size, including 750 gigabytes of compressed email backups.” ” reads the post published by Upguard. ” concludes the company.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

Generally, when you adhere to the cloud security best practices , such as strong authentication, data encryption, and continuous monitoring, the cloud can be extremely safe. Document the findings: Keep track of the discovered assets, their classification, and the rationale for priority.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 24, 2021

Gartner has issued a document listing six ways to defend against ransomware threats: 1. Data Backup. Back up all data as well as “every nonstandard application and its supporting IT infrastructure,” and test the backup and recovery to ensure they can handle an attack. Initial Assessments. Least Privilege. User Training.

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IT Security Guru

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

These assaults specifically focus on compromising data repositories, backup systems, and vital records that are essential for recovery without capitulating to the attackers’ demands, thus increasing the likelihood of organisations acquiescing. Turn off services sc.exe – Stop backup software from creating recoverable copies.

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Hot for Security

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

This may include passwords, browsing history, photos, documents and Wi-Fi codes. We’d encourage you to make a backup of any important information as soon as you can, and then reset the device.” Enabling two-factor authentication. ” Keep operating systems and apps up to date.

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 16, 2021

But Lucky225 said the class of SMS interception he’s been testing targets a series of authentication weaknesses tied to a system developed by NetNumber , a private company in Lowell, Mass. Phone numbers were never designed to be identity documents , but that’s effectively what they’ve become.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 12, 2024

Scan for malware Numerous WordPress breaches involve backdoors, enabling attackers to bypass authentication and quietly carry out malicious activities. Restore from backups, if available If you have been diligent in regularly backing up your WordPress website, recovering from a hack will be a breeze.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Having basic cyber hygiene Advanced technology is important, but basics like regular data backups, software updates, strong password policies, and multi-factor authentication are fundamental. Another cornerstone of any robust cybersecurity strategy is having regular data backups and maintaining them properly.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 21, 2022

In the document, CISA provides guidelines to make near-term progress toward improving cybersecurity and resilience. To reduce the chance of an unwanted cyber-intrusion, CISA recommends that orgaizations: Ensure that all remote, privileged or administrative access requires multi-factor authentication (MFA). Stay safe, everyone!

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

According to Reddit, it "became aware of a sophisticated phishing campaign" late on February 5, 2023, that attempted to steal credentials and two-factor authentication tokens. Ironically, the one piece of advice that Reddit offers it users is to set up two-factor authentication (2FA) to protect their accounts. What happened?

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Hot for Security

MARCH 17, 2021

“The cyber actors then exfiltrate files from the victim’s network, sometimes using the free opensource tool WinSCP5, and proceed to encrypt all connected Windows and/or Linux devices and data, rendering critical files, databases, virtual machines, backups, and applications inaccessible to users,” according to the advisory. and others.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Data breaches may happen regardless of your precaution, so it is recommended to continually back up all critical business data, including databases, Word documents, electronic spreadsheets, financial and human resources files, as well as accounts receivable/payable files. If your system is hacked, you can use backups to restore your data.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 6, 2023

Ransomware is a type of malicious program, or malware, that encrypts files, documents and images on a computer or server so that users cannot access the data. The malware establishes itself on the endpoint and implements an infected binary on the system, encrypting everything from valuable database files to images and office documents.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

This framework guarantees that appropriate authentication measures, encryption techniques, data retention policies, and backup procedures are in place. Security infrastructure and redundancy: Check the vendor’s data centers, network architecture, backup and disaster recovery plans, and uptime assurances.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

. “We have seen the previously patched Exchange bug CVE-2020-0688 used in the wild, and that requires authentication. So do yourself a favor and backup before installing any patches. We’ll likely see this one in the wild soon. This should be your top priority.”

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 14, 2020

Both flaws could be exploited by getting a Windows users to open a booby-trapped document or viewing one in the Windows Preview Pane. A reliable backup means you’re not losing your mind when the odd buggy patch causes problems booting the system. So do yourself a favor and backup your files before installing any patches.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The Local Security Authority Server Service (LSASS) handles the authentication of users within a domain. LSASS is critical in servicing the Kerberos Distribution Center (KDC) and the Keberos authentication protocol by generating tokens for requested resources. Typically, this occurs from primary to backup domain controllers.

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