eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 27, 2021

Employing a zero trust model instead, Jain said, ensures that endpoints only get network access post-authentication – and recognizes that most traffic will likely be to the Internet or a private data center, limiting lateral movement within the network via default deny policies (with exceptions for printers, conferencing, etc.).

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 30, 2024

Related: Why proxies aren’t enough Microsoft had used illegal monopolistic practices to crush Netscape Navigator thereby elevating Internet Explorer (IE) to become far and away the No. Acohido is dedicated to fostering public awareness about how to make the Internet as private and secure as it ought to be. 1 web browser.

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Hackology

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In an era of escalating cyber threats, enhancing network security is paramount. This article explores a comprehensive approach to network protection, encompassing network scanning, vulnerability and patch management, user access controls, network segmentation, and employee training.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Passwords are the most common authentication tool used by enterprises, yet they are notoriously insecure and easily hackable. But even when passwords are secure, it’s not enough. At this point, multi-factor authentication (MFA) has permeated most applications, becoming a minimum safeguard against attacks. MFA can be hacked.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 27, 2021

With almost every aspect of business becoming more digital, enterprise network security software minimizes the impact of cyberattacks — especially as guarding against them protects a company’s operations and safeguards its competitiveness in a fast-moving marketplace. Top network security tools. XM Cyber Platform.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 18, 2021

From smart homes that enable you to control your thermostat from a distance to sensors on oil rigs that help predict maintenance to autonomous vehicles to GPS sensors implanted in the horns of endangered black rhinos , the internet of things is all around you. Why do developers say security is their biggest IoT challenge?

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Security Affairs

MAY 29, 2024

By May 24, 2024 we identified a small number of login attempts using old VPN local-accounts relying on unrecommended password-only authentication method,” the company said. “We have recently witnessed compromised VPN solutions, including various cyber security vendors. ” reads an update to the initial advisory.

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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.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 1, 2021

The post New Research: Fileless Malware Attacks Surge by 900% and Cryptominers Make a Comeback, While Ransomware Attacks Decline appeared first on Security Boulevard. The report includes exciting.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

DNS security protects the domain name system (DNS) from attackers seeking to reroute traffic to malicious sites. Since a majority of business IT traffic now accesses or passes through the internet, DNS plays an increasingly important — and vulnerable — role. What Are DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC)?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have offered a list of free cybersecurity tools and services that will help companies to defend themselves from cyber attacks.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 29, 2021

The PetitPotam PoC takes the form of a manipulator-in-the-middle (MitM) attack against Microsoft’s NTLM authentication system. The targeted computer is forced to initiate an authentication procedure and share its authentication details via NTLM. The authentication process does not require the plaintext password.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 16, 2024

The dispute between Ray’s developers and security researchers highlights hidden assumptions and teaches lessons for AI security, internet-exposed assets, and vulnerability scanning through an understanding of ShadowRay.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 21, 2021

When it comes to protecting your small business from cyber attacks, the first and foremost thing is to upgrade your network security and IT infrastructure to the latest standards. Modern technology comes with improved network security offering higher protection. . Two-factor authentication . Firewalls .

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 6, 2023

By comparison, The Data Heist stands out for its originality and its focus on providing a targeted audience of CISOs with an authentic opportunity to engage and share with their peers. Acohido is dedicated to fostering public awareness about how to make the Internet as private and secure as it ought to be. (LW

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 22, 2022

During the first two decades of this century, virtual private networks —VPNs—served as a cornerstone of network security. VPNs encrypt data streams and protect endpoints from unauthorized access, essentially by requiring all network communications to flow over a secured pipe. Related: Deploying human sensors.

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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.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Cloud computing services, such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS), each have unique security concerns. IaaS involves virtualized computing resources over the internet, with users responsible for securing the operating system, applications, data, and networks.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

IaaS security refers to the procedures, technologies, and safeguards put in place by IaaS providers to protect their computer infrastructure. IaaS is a cloud computing model that uses the internet to supply virtualized computer resources. Set Up Strict Authentication Protocols For IaaS security, use strict authentication mechanisms.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

Being constantly connected to the internet, they are either protected by basic passwords or, in some cases, have no password protection at all. Let's examine common security challenges in connected healthcare equipment and discuss some effective protection strategies and recommendations.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 15, 2022

New research shows there are more than 9,000 exposed Virtual Network Computing (VNC) servers that are being used without authentication, some of which belong to organizations in critical infrastructure. It relays graphical screen changes while transmitting mouse and keyboard inputs from one machine to another via a network.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 21, 2021

From January through March 2021, TLS concealed 45 percent of the malware Sophos analysts observed circulating on the Internet; that’s double the rate – 23 percent – seen in early 2020, Dan Schiappa, Sophos’ chief product officer, told me in a briefing. Here are the key takeaways: Surprise packages. I’ll keep watch and keep reporting.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 19, 2023

RADIUS and TACACS+ apply to specific types of endpoints, but the ZTNA-as-a-Service product works for all kinds of devices, including Bring-Your-Own-Device (BYOD) endpoints, Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices, operations technology (OT), industrial control systems (ICS), and industrial IoT (IIoT). Agents Portnox does not require an agent.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

See the top Patch and Vulnerability Management products August 29, 2023 Juniper Vulnerabilities Expose Network Devices to Remote Attacks A critical vulnerability in Juniper EX switches and SRX firewalls is being tracked as CVE-2023-36844 , CVE-2023-36845 , CVE-2023-36846 , and CVE-2023-36847.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2022

Recorded as CVE-2022-22972 and CVE-2022-22973 , the bugs allow an authentication bypass and a local privilege escalation. ” The authentication bypass is the most critical of the vulnerabilities, as an attacker with simple network access can gain administrative access without authentication. .”

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Cisco Security

JUNE 2, 2022

“Cisco was the SASE market share leader because of the combined strength of their networking (SD-WAN) and security capabilities (including secure web gateway, cloud access security broker, and zero trust network access),” said Mauricio Sanchez, Research Director, Network Security, and SASE & SD-WAN at Dell’Oro Group.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Android, Apple, Apache, Cisco, and Microsoft are among the names reporting significant security vulnerabilities and fixes in the last week, and some of those are already under assault by hackers. Within this version, an API endpoint is active on the local host (127.0.0.1) via port 8076. score of 9.8 out of 10.0,

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 6, 2022

What’s more, the rapid rise of a remote workforce, in the wake of Covid 19, has only served to accelerate cloud migration, as well as scale up the attendant network exposures. Unmanaged smartphones and laptops, misconfigured Software as a Service (SaaS) apps, unsecured Internet access present more of an enterprise risk than ever.

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Cisco Security

MAY 25, 2022

Not so bad, but the complexity for internet and network security springs from scoping the “particular activity.” . The internet exists on top of a standardized suite of protocols that govern how data can be transmitted or exchanged between different entities.

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Google Security

APRIL 15, 2021

Over 20 industry stakeholders, including Google , Amazon , and a number of certified labs such as NCC Group and Dekra , as well as automated mobile app security testing vendors like NowSecure collaborated to develop this new security standard for mobile apps.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Budding cybercriminals now only need a rudimentary understanding of cybersecurity, access to the internet, and a few dollars in their pocket to initiate an attack. Education and Training: Educate employees on best practices, including strong passwords, phishing awareness, safe internet usage, and reporting suspicious activities.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 8, 2023

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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eSecurity Planet

JULY 22, 2021

When millions of people around the world were sent home to work at the onset of the global COVD-19 pandemic, they left behind not only empty offices but also a host of Internet of Things (IoT) devices – from smartwatches to networked printers – that were still connected to corporate networks and cranking away.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The proliferation of cloud computing, mobile device use, and the Internet of Things has dissolved traditional network boundaries. Today, the network perimeter has evolved as workloads have moved to the cloud while non-managed, mobile devices have become the norm rather than the exception. The Zero Trust journey.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Nation-state attackers have exploited high-severity vulnerabilities in legacy VPN platforms to breach networks. Identity Governance (IGA) Challenges abound in the enterprise that are opening the door to greater compliance and security risk. Define security protocols & safeguards. Establish an IoT identity lifecycle.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 23, 2023

The Sender Policy Framework (SPF) authentication method identifies the authorized mail servers permitted to send email on behalf of a given domain. SPF enables a form of email authentication that defines the domains and internet protocol (IP) addresses authorized by an organization to send emails.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2021

One vendor says application security may be the key to stopping ransomware. Preventing Ransomware with Application Security. How Ransomware Accesses a Network. Generally, ransomware gets into a network courtesy of phishing emails. Application Protection vs. Endpoint or Network Security.

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