Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In today’s digital age, the threat of data breaches is a constant concern. Therefore, it is crucial to understand what hackers are planning to do with your data and take proactive measures to protect it. This kind of data breach could lead to two main scenarios. The first one is selling it on the dark web.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 24, 2023

As the frequency of data breaches surges, it becomes increasingly imperative to guarantee the security and adequate encryption of passwords. In this article, I will provide an overview of password encryption, explaining its essence and modus operandi. Consider periodically updating the salt for each password.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Enable Firewall Protection Your firewall , working as the primary filter, protects your network from both inbound and outgoing threats. Mac and Windows have their own built-in firewalls, and home routers and antivirus subscriptions frequently include them also. Some password managers offer free versions if you need help.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

That’s why penetration testing tools are most often used in conjunction with other cybersecurity tools, such as BAS, vulnerability management, patch management , and IT asset management tools. NDR solutions are designed to integrate well with the rest of your cybersecurity solutions stack.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption can also be found incorporated into a variety of network security and cloud security solutions, such as cloud access security brokers (CASB), next-generation firewalls (NGFW), password managers , virtual private networks (VPN), and web application firewalls (WAF).

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

For example, the popular Heimdal Security provides patch and asset management for Microsoft and Linux systems for more than 120 third-party applications as well as any application that can support silent installation commands. firmware (hard drives, drivers, etc.), Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices (security cameras, heart monitors, etc.),

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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. Common threats include misconfigurations, cross-site scripting attacks, and data breaches. Is data encrypted in transit and at rest?

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2023

To protect your business’s network from internet threats, implement the following: A next-generation firewall (NGFW) : Installing a firewall between the public internet and your organization’s private network helps filter some initial malicious traffic. Human error plays a large role in the majority of all data breaches.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Brian Krebs is an independent investigative reporter known for his coverage of technology, malware , data breaches , and cybercrime developments. ICYMI, Equifax forced to pull offline a huge database of consumer data guarded only by credentials "admin/admin" [link] — briankrebs (@briankrebs) September 13, 2017.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

If your computer has malware on it, it doesn’t matter how secure your website is, because criminals can just steal your password or login in to your website from your computer, pretending to be you. Set strong passwords. Passwords you’ve used elsewhere. Use a Web Application Firewall (WAF).

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SC Magazine

APRIL 14, 2021

This includes the need for responsible password policies, including the use of longer and stronger passwords, never using the same password more than once, and the use of password managers, according to Kelvin Coleman, executive director of the NCSA. “A Neglect of these best practices is simply inviting trouble.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Most organizations express confidence in their current status and budgets, but also expect to experience at least one data breach in 2024. Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches.

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