Security Boulevard

JANUARY 4, 2024

Password manager vendor LastPass, beset by high-profile data breaches from 2022 that affected millions of users, is strengthening the security requirements for its customers, including requiring all of them to use a minimum of 12 characters for their master passwords.

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Troy Hunt

MARCH 10, 2021

The Mirai botnet taught us how far vulnerable IoT devices can be pushed and let's face it, those of us running Home Assistant are putting a lot of IoT stuff in the network that creates some level of risk, we just don't know how much risk. Read it, get a password manager and stop worrying ??

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

The typical username and password for Wi-Fi routers is “admin” for both, but you may need to search online or contact your ISP if that doesn’t work. And while you’re in there, update that password to something a little less hackable, possibly saving the new one in a password manager.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 4, 2023

Vulnerable IoT Devices There are more cybersecurity risks as Internet of Things (IoT) devices proliferate in school settings. Tablets, smartboards, and other IoT devices frequently have weak security defences and are vulnerable to attack. Users can create and manage secure passwords with the help of a password management system.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Finally, employees should have all the tools necessary for safe remote work, such as VPN subscriptions, password managers, and devices equipped with multi-factor authentication. As the number of IoT devices surges and employees continue working outside the office, cybercriminals will have a huge number of new entry points.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Verifying machine identities before enabling access can help secure Internet of Things (IoT) networks, which would otherwise expand supply chains’ attack surfaces. This education should cover how to spot and respond to phishing attempts, the importance of two-factor authentication and good password management.

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Security Affairs

MAY 7, 2021

While performing the search, we made sure that the open databases we found required no authentication whatsoever and were open for anyone to access, as opposed to those that had default credentials enabled. Can’t come up with a strong password?

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Even harmless details, such as pet names or birthplaces, can be used by hackers to reset passwords. Additionally, be cautious when adding new friends; verify their authenticity through known offline connections. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated password manager apps.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Use a password manager and two-factor authentication (2FA). The latter is particularly interesting given the slow rise of IoT in the home alongside an increasing amount of voice activated and "always listening" hubs. Separate work and life activities. Some highlights include: Cover your webcam. Mute microphones.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Zero Trust and SDP complement Identity to secure the extended enterprise ecosystem given the rash of supply chain attacks and exponential growth of IoT devices, many of which lack adequate security. Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) is a bold new frontier in identity and access management (IAM). Establish an IoT identity lifecycle.

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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). that can perform encryption using less power and memory.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 11, 2023

Aligning with these frameworks ensures the organization is running with the best practices in Identity and Access Management. The organization leverages on the Microsoft Kerberos Authentication framework to promote single sign-on (SSO) handshake and minimize single point of failure.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

These tools support data streamlining and filtering across network technologies and applications, consolidating and uniting data evidence across IoT devices, mobile devices, email and SaaS applications, and other endpoints. As a baseline, password managers store passwords in a single place, but most of these tools do much more than that.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Most network administrators will follow the Purdue Model for ICS Security within the OT/IoT LAN. Protecting Authentication. Although central authentication for all IT resources makes IT management very simple, it also makes the attacker’s job easier. Note that Figure 2 is very oversimplified.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Although beyond the scope of the network, effective network security relies upon the effective authentication of the user elsewhere in the security stack. Improved Passwords: Organizations seeking improved security will typically increase password strength requirements to add complexity or more frequent password rotation.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 21, 2021

From poor password management to not enabling 2FA or actively threat hunting , users must be vigilant when protecting their digital assets. Also Read: Best Password Management Software & Tools for 2021. Also Read: The IoT Cybersecurity Act of 2020: Implications for Devices. Fraudulent Posts . NFT-based Scams.

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Daniel Miessler

MAY 8, 2020

Most home networks get broken into through either phishing or some random device they have with a bad password. It’s usually a password that was never configured or never changed from the default. Use a password manager to make and store good passwords that are different for every account/device. or 1.1.1.3

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Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

IAM encompasses various components, with Single Sign-On (SSO) unifying multiple applications under a single login system, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) enhancing access controls, and automation tools simplifying profile management and user activity tracking. Eliminating privilege creep becomes more achievable.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2023

This includes IoT devices. Segmentation technologies require setting policies for each network, managing which traffic can move between subnets and decreasing lateral movement. And network users don’t just need to be authorized — they need to be authenticated, too. Endpoint protection on all devices. Segmentation.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The Internet of Things (IoT) is an area that is gradually coming under the UEM banner, according to Apu Pavithran, CEO and founder of Hexnode. IoT has entered almost every enterprise, and just as with every mobile device and PC, the need to manage IoT will soon be predominant,” Pavithran said. VMware Workspace One.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices (security cameras, heart monitors, etc.), While this eliminates many headaches, it does not scan for misconfigurations and may not support other critical updates such as IT infrastructure (routers, firewalls, etc.), firmware (hard drives, drivers, etc.), Kubernetes instances, websites, applications, and more.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

The FaceTime bug definitely proves that your phone can be used as a remote listening device "without any authentication" — Marcus J. Read more: Top IoT Security Solutions of 2021. Tabriz has led Google Chrome’s security since 2013, which extends to managing Product, Engineering, and UX today.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 5, 2023

Enforce multi-factor authentication on all systems. Update network passwords regularly to invalidate stolen credentials. Use a password keeper/generator app for secure password storage. Discourage password sharing or reuse across platforms. Deploy a password management tool for efficient password handling.

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Cisco Security

AUGUST 26, 2022

Endpoint searching and reporting allows you to assess device security configuration on employee-owned, contractor-owned, company owned, and IoT/OT devices—without risking business disruption. Dashlane is a password manager that now supports Duo using Duo SSO. With Device Insights you can. Read more about the integration here.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Additional security all organizations should consider for a modest investment include: Active directory security : Guards the password storage and management system against attack for Windows, Azure, and other equivalent identity management systems.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Review your passwords, updating them as needed, and ensuring they are strong. Establish a unique password for each account. Consider using a password manager if you haven’t in the past. And it is not just the traditional endpoints such as laptops and desktops that need to be managed and protected.

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