eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

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.

Network Security 98

Network Security Firewall Penetration Testing Encryption 98

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

The malware was employed in cryptocurrency mining campaigns and to launch denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. The first DDoS attack observed by Akamai targeted a gaming company named FiveM , which allows gamers to host custom private servers for Grand Theft Auto Online. Use public key authentication for your SSH connections.

DDOS 98

DDOS Malware Cryptocurrency Architecture 98

The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

(“TA”), today announced it has completed its acquisition of Vercara, a leader in cloud-based services that secure the online experience, including managed authoritative Domain Name System (DNS) and Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) security offerings that protect organizations’ networks and applications.

DNS 100

DNS DDOS Technology Software 100

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

How DNS Security Works DNS security protects against compromise through layers of security and filtering similar to the way next generation firewalls (NGFW) protect communication data flows. What Are DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC)?

DNS 109

DNS DDOS Encryption Authentication 109

The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

With the benefits of the cloud comes the heavy responsibility of securing sensitive data. Not only is providing secure and reliable access of critical importance, it is a HIPAA requirement. The network security perimeter is dynamically created and policy-based, and must be guarded by secure and highly managed access controls.

Healthcare 268

Healthcare Technology Architecture IoT 268

SecureWorld News

JULY 30, 2020

For the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), this was the final straw that led to a new warning about 'more destructive' DDoS attacks. FBI warning addresses DDoS amplification attacks. In a recent Private Industry Notification , the FBI warned businesses to watch out for DDoS amplification.

DDOS 61

DDOS IoT Internet Internet 61

Security Boulevard

MARCH 6, 2024

Shooper Choosday: Was yesterday’s Meta outage outrage caused by a Russian DDoS? appeared first on Security Boulevard. The post Facebook/Insta FAIL — ‘Anonymous Sudan’ has a Super Tuesday: ‘We Did It.’

DDOS 134

DDOS Social Engineering Authentication Accountability 134

Cisco Security

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

The Challenges of Wireless Security. Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks alone are up 33% from last year , with a 37% increase in attack bandwidth. One of the challenging aspects of wireless security is that communications can be captured passively. Advanced Security for Advanced Threats. Authentication attacks.

Wireless 143

Wireless Authentication Penetration Testing Mobile 143

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Implementing these best practices will not only protect DNS but also network security in general because properly protected DNS can also protect email, endpoints, and other network systems from attack. Since these protocols do not cost money to implement, these will usually be the first steps taken to improve DNS security.

DNS 113

DNS DDOS Firewall Architecture 113

CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 28, 2023

Password Security: Investigate different password security techniques, such as password hashing algorithms, two-factor authentication (2FA), and biometric authentication. Network Security: Study network protocols, such as TCP/IP, and analyze common network attacks like DDoS, phishing, and man-in-the-middle attacks.

Cybersecurity 111

Cybersecurity Penetration Testing Social Engineering IoT 111

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday for October 2023 covers a total of 103 CVEs, including three zero-day vulnerabilities affecting WordPad, Skype and the HTTP/2 “ Rapid Reset ” DDoS vulnerability. Just because your Exchange Server doesn’t have internet-facing authentication doesn’t mean it’s protected.”

DDOS 109

DDOS Engineering Authentication Social Engineering 109

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

These safeguards, when combined with adherence to security best practices and standards, establish a strong security architecture for public cloud environments. Authentication guarantees that users are who they say they are, typically through usernames and passwords or multi-factor authentication (MFA).

Encryption 109

Encryption DDOS Authentication Firewall 109

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Password manager : Stores passwords securely, enforces quality, permits safe internal and external sharing, and ties into HR software for effective off-boarding of users. Multi-factor authentication : Protects stolen credentials against use by requiring more than a simple username and password combination for access to resources.

Cybersecurity 121

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Ransomware 121

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 10, 2021

A path traversal vulnerability enables attackers to bypass authentication to the web interface, which could be used to access other devices on a home or corporate network. Most bad actors will use compromised devices to perform distributed vulnerability scanning, exploitation, password guessing or DDoS. A Pattern of Exploits.

IoT 144

IoT DDOS Internet Internet 144

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 18, 2023

IaaS involves virtualized computing resources over the internet, with users responsible for securing the operating system, applications, data, and networks. Security concerns include data protection, network security, identity and access management, and physical security. What Is IaaS Security?

Encryption 113

Encryption Data breaches Authentication Risk 113

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Prevention: Require multi-factor authentication (MFA) , educate users on password security, and regularly monitor accounts for suspicious activities. Prevention: Activate cloud logging and use SIEM systems to continually monitor network and system activity.

Encryption 113

Encryption DDOS Architecture Authentication 113

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 14, 2023

Malicious bots can be used to carry out a range of cyber threats like account takeovers and DDoS attacks, so bot protection is an increasingly important defense for web-facing assets. Bot protection products can also help prevent DDoS attacks. Limited customization options for smaller businesses.

Software 109

Software DDOS Accountability Firewall 109

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Networks connect devices to each other so that users can access assets such as applications, data, or even other networks such as the internet. Network security protects and monitors the links and the communications within the network using a combination of hardware, software, and enforced policies.

Firewall 109

Firewall Network Security Penetration Testing Encryption 109

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Where WiFi 5 routers could get overwhelmed when too many devices attempted to connect which could compromise network security, WiFi 6 routers should alleviate that problem, providing a better internet security suite by preventing attackers from just spamming a router with connect requests. Key Features of a Password Manager.

Internet 144

Internet Internet Software Antivirus 144

eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2022

The emergence of SD-WAN and SASE technologies bundled together has led many vendors to address both advanced routing and network security vendors for clients. Networking specialists like Cisco and HPE’s Aruba are moving deeper into security. Barracuda Networks. Open Systems.

Firewall 120

Firewall Architecture Encryption Network Security 120

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Banks can minimize the financial risks associated with cybercrime by investing in advanced cyber security solutions. Proactive defense mechanisms such as real-time threat monitoring, multi-factor authentication, and AI-driven threat detection can prevent attacks before they lead to costly consequences.

Banking 108

Banking Identity Theft DDOS Cyber threats 108

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Unfortunately, threat actors can also take advantage of 5G’s enhanced connectivity, executing network attacks faster than ever before. Hackers can spread malware via IoT networks, disrupt supply chains in development, and use a fleet of routers as an IoT botnet to launch a DDoS attack. Network Slice Compromise.

Risk 137

Risk Cybersecurity IoT Wireless 137

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 22, 2021

While it’s a progressive step for the network security of the U.S. However, many are hopeful that this security update will trickle out to all IoT vendors and devices. Authentication & identity management. Secure code execution. government, standards will not apply to the IoT market at-large.

IoT 145

IoT Cybersecurity Manufacturing Government 145

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 19, 2023

authentication to gather endpoint information for reporting and enforcement. across all network devices to streamline audits and reporting Integrates via RESTful API with security information and event management (SIEM) solutions Customizable risk policy based on the mode of access (wired, VPN), location, requested network device, etc.

IoT 98

IoT Authentication VPN Backups 98

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 13, 2021

Microsoft has quietly built up a large security portfolio. This includes Active Directory for identity and access management, Windows Defender, Azure cloud security services such as Security Center, Key Vault, Azure DDoS Protection, Azure Information Protection and Application Gateway for protecting Web applications.

Cybersecurity 145

Cybersecurity Firewall Marketing Encryption 145

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 12, 2023

CVE-2023-3266: Improperly Implemented Security Check for Standard (Auth Bypass; CVSS 7.5) CVE-2023-3267: OS Command Injection (Authenticated RCE; CVSS 7.5) CVE-2023-3260: OS Command Injection (Authenticated RCE; CVSS 7.2) CVE-2023-3263: Authentication Bypass by Alternate Name (Auth Bypass; CVSS 7.5)

Authentication 98

Authentication Spyware DDOS Technology 98

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 7, 2024

Network layer: Protects data in transit and ensures safe network paths by utilizing firewalls, VPNs , and secure routing protocols. Session layer: Manages secure sessions by utilizing authentication protocols and session management mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access.

Architecture 104

Architecture DDOS Encryption Data breaches 104

eSecurity Planet

JULY 28, 2021

Permissioned blockchains, or private blockchains,aren’t truly decentralized because they’re organized by a governance structure and authentication process for nodes. Security Paradigms: Traditional Networks vs. Blockchains. DDoS: Overwhelming the Network. DDoS: Overwhelming the Network.

Cybersecurity 135

Cybersecurity Cryptocurrency Technology Energy and Utilities 135

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Distributed Denial of Service-as-a-Service (DDoSaaS): In this service, cybercriminals provide tools and infrastructure for launching distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks on websites or online services, causing them to become unavailable to legitimate users.

Cybercrime 77

Cybercrime Encryption DDOS Backups 77

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This shared certificate is then abused to bypass Cloudflare DDoS security and launch DDoS attacks against known server IP addresses. The problem: Researchers discovered a flaw in the way Cloudflare trusts Cloudflare customers.

DDOS 109

DDOS Encryption Software Ransomware 109

eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

10 Fundamentals of Cloud Security 5 Common Cloud Security Challenges 5 Common Cloud Security Solutions Bottom Line: Develop a Strong Cloud Security Fundamental Strategy ICP Plugin - body top3 - Category: Country: US --> How Secure Is the Cloud? Evaluate cloud providers’ security features.

Encryption 119

Encryption Risk Passwords Technology 119

eSecurity Planet

JULY 6, 2022

While some entries fell significantly – Missing Authentication for Critical Function (CWE-306), for example, fell 7 spots – that does not mean those weaknesses won’t be exploited. Big Moves at Bottom of List. MITRE notes they can become exploitable under “right conditions.”.

Software 120

Software DDOS Architecture Education 120

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Customers on this tier will receive Logpush to security incident and event management (SIEM) tools or cloud storage and certificate-based mTLS Authentication for internet of things (IoT) devices. Cloudflare also stands out with ZTNA by default, IoT Isolation, and automated traffic controls and anti-DDoS capabilities.

DNS 98

DNS DDOS IoT Firewall 98

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 21, 2018

We foresee regulations expanding beyond authentication and data privacy, and into more detailed requirements of network security and visibility into device bills of materials. These actions will increase the requirements, from security recommendations to actual mandates, that vendors must comply with.

IoT 111

IoT Manufacturing Internet Internet 111

eSecurity Planet

JULY 5, 2021

This complete zero trust security model allows you to mitigate, detect, and respond to risks across your environment. Cisco Zero Trust provides solutions that establish trust in users and devices through authentication and continuous monitoring of each access attempt, with custom security policies that protect every application.

Authentication 98

Authentication DDOS Marketing Architecture 98

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Organizations are completely responsible for security while using a private cloud, including responsibilities like patching , IAM (Identity and Access Management) configuration, and network security. Data exposure might occur due to insufficient access restrictions, misconfigurations, or inadequate authentication.

DDOS 109

DDOS Encryption Risk Technology 109

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

This is exactly what happened on October 12, 2016, when the Mirai botnet used an army of IoT devices — like security cameras, digital video recorders (DVRs) and routers — to execute a massive distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack which left much of the internet inaccessible. People tend to choose passwords that are easy to guess.

IoT 98

IoT Spyware VPN Passwords 98