IT Security Guru

MARCH 28, 2023

The following tips work for both businesses and individuals, so start practicing them today: Frequently Change Your Passwords A common mistake most people make at home and work is not changing their passwords frequently and keeping the simplest password so that it could be remembered easily.

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Duo's Security Blog

JANUARY 11, 2023

This means that the DNG now enables users to access on-premises shares, without requiring a full VPN connection. It also eliminates the need for full VPN and avoids exposing those applications directly to the internet. Then it verifies user identity with advanced multi-factor authentication (MFA). What is Duo Network Gateway?

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Webroot

OCTOBER 22, 2021

The user can access their company’s files and documents as if they were physically present at their office. The most popular options include virtual private network (VPN) or remote desktop protocol (RDP). VPN works by initiating a secure connection over the internet through data encryption. Two-factor authentication.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 24, 2024

At present, Tietoevry cannot provide a definite timeframe for the complete restoration process due to the complexity of the security breach. The ransomware attack reported in late 2023, targeted organizations’ networks using poorly secured VPN gateway on Cisco ASA or FTD devices.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Unpatched devices can give attackers privileged access to networks, particularly those set up as VPN virtual servers, ICA proxies, RDP proxies, or AAA servers. It is suspected that the Akira ransomware organization used an undisclosed weakness in Cisco VPN software to evade authentication.

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Webroot

JUNE 13, 2022

Operating in this environment means our present and future generations need to understand the importance of being aware of the benefits and risks of an interconnected world. Password integrity: Develop a password that is difficult to predict. Back up personal data : Your photos and videos are precious.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 19, 2023

Particularly in the workplace, staff can become overwhelmed with security warnings, IT alerts, cybersecurity policy documents, password change requests, or even media consumption of stories about data breaches at other companies. Protecting your digital assets has become an ever-present need in modern businesses.

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NopSec

JUNE 30, 2023

Leading this month’s advisories we have a duo of pre-auth RCE vulnerabilities that impact Fortinet’s Fortigate SSL VPN and VMWare’s VRealize Network Insight. It’s not a pre-auth vuln, but it does enable admin authentication bypass, so it’s apples-to-apples from the attackers perspective. In a surprise (sad?) Patch your product ASAP!

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Duo's Security Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The 2021 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report observes passwords caused 89% of web application breaches, either through stolen credentials or brute force attacks, making the protection of credentials a high priority. Hackers are well aware of this and collect passwords from credential dumps or the dark web. million to $4.24

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 8, 2021

bitcoins, representing the proceeds of the victim’s ransom payment, had been transferred to a specific address, for which the FBI has the “private key,” or the rough equivalent of a password needed to access assets accessible from the specific Bitcoin address. For example, an employee using the same password for multiple accounts.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 6, 2022

1 – The era of remote work will present new cyberthreats. When employees aren’t in the office, they’re liable to engage in risky behaviors such as using unsecured WiFi without a VPN, leaving work devices unlocked in public places, and clicking on malicious emails. The average American household has 22 connected devices.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 16, 2022

In order to compromise the target network, the attackers conducted a brute-force password guessing attack against an un-enrolled and inactive account. “The actors leveraged mostly internal Windows utilities already present within the victim network to perform this activity.” Require all accounts with password logins (e.g.,

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Identity IQ

MARCH 2, 2023

Every keystroke, every website you visit, and every password you type is recorded by a piece of software or hardware called a keylogger or keystroke logger. Keylogging records every keystroke on a computer or other device, including usernames and passwords. Also, change all your passwords. How Does Keylogging Work?

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 11, 2022

The malware also plans to steal saved VPN/dial up credentials from the AppdataMicrosoftNetworkConnectionsPbkrasphone.pbk and Pbkrasphone.pbk phonebooks if present. First, the malware checks whether it is able to authenticate using the stolen cookies. cn/eg/fr/de/in/it/co.jp/nl/pl/sa/sg/es/se/ae/co.uk/com/com.au/com.br/mx/tr

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 29, 2021

This short guide presents some quick measures you can take to protect your privacy and keep your personal info safe. Giants like Facebook and Target have suffered breaches and password leaks, so it’s safe to say data from at least one of your online accounts could have been leaked. Getting started is easy. Prevent Data Breaches.

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Duo's Security Blog

MAY 11, 2022

And certain VPN clients or remote access agents perform posture checks to enforce device-based access policies. But organizations are moving their applications to the cloud, allowing BYOD and contractor devices for work, and reducing their reliance on VPN for remote access. Administrators can set access policies based on device health.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 1, 2021

Over the past year, the firm noted a substantial increase in the number of initial access listings for sale on the dark web in 2020, particularly those for VPN access which “flourished off the back of increased remote working trends.” . VPNs are also relatively cheap compared to other popular forms of access.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 27, 2023

While consumers should be concerned about their online presence, they shouldn’t overlook data vulnerabilities presented by paper documents,” Hermann said. The report indicates that, while online threats are increasing, consumers must continue to protect their personal information that can be found offline as well.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 1, 2023

To prevent unwanted access and protect data in transit, wireless connections must be secured with strong authentication procedures, encryption protocols, access control rules, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and other security measures. As a result, wireless networks are prone to eavesdropping, illegal access and theft.

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Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

This challenge aligns with risks such as Broken Authentication (OWASP API2) and Broken Function Level Authorization (OWASP API5), where weak authentication mechanisms or flawed access controls can result in unauthorized access. APIs, however, present a unique set of challenges.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 22, 2021

At present, the OneLogin survey also revealed that as many as 26% of respondents are sharing their work computer with others and 23% have admitted to downloading personal applications. Each account should also be protected with a strong password and businesses should provide users with anti-malware and anti-virus software. .

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 22, 2023

The prospect of new products, audiences, territories, and competition presents an abundance of opportunities for businesses to thrive, but it is not all sunshine and rainbows. If you can mandate strong password policies and multi-factor authentication (MFA) for systems and data, you'll work wonders in preserving valuable data in transit.

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McAfee

JANUARY 28, 2020

While the cloud presents a wealth of opportunity for increased productivity, connectivity and convenience, it also requires a new set of considerations for ensuring safe use. Don’t reuse passwords. Password reuse is a common problem, especially in consumer cloud services. One password…. Enable multi-factor authentication.

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BH Consulting

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Ensure you check the URL presented by the QR scanner before you click it to browse or open the link. Change your mobile phone password/PIN. Using your desktop PC or laptop, change all passwords for the apps you use from your mobile phone. Be cautious when using QR codes. Re-install AV and set up cloud backups.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Invest in a strong VPN. A VPN can provide access to a remote company server, as well as other systems, tools, and software. But while VPNs can be extremely useful for businesses, they can also present issues if they are not managed effectively. Test your own system.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 8, 2021

bitcoins, representing the proceeds of the victim's ransom payment, had been transferred to a specific address, for which the FBI has the 'private key,' or the rough equivalent of a password needed to access assets accessible from the specific Bitcoin address. For example, an employee using the same password for multiple accounts.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 17, 2021

. “UNC2465’s move from drive-by attacks on website visitors or phishing emails to this software supply chain attack shows a concerning shift that presents new challenges for detection. ” concludes the report. ” Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 24, 2024

While the digital landscape offers unprecedented convenience and connectivity, it also presents many risks. Strengthen your defenses by creating unique and complex passwords for each account. Consider employing a password manager to organize and track them securely.

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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. Recently, hackers leaked 87,000 Fortinet VPN passwords , mostly from companies who hadn’t yet patched a two-year-old vulnerability.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 24, 2019

That includes setting up a VPN through which remote employees can access work assets. These guidelines should include the following: Set up a Strong Password Policy. One of the most common ways by which malicious actors perpetrate account takeover (ATO) fraud is via password brute forcing attacks. Employ Device Encryption.

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Cisco Security

OCTOBER 15, 2021

As companies interact more digitally with customers and end-users, their attack surface increases, presenting more opportunities for would-be attackers. ” For some environments, this can unfold as easily as a compromised username and password being used to infiltrate a virtual private network (VPN) to access network resources.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 28, 2020

is an electronic cyberattack that targets a user by email and falsely poses as an authentic entity to bait individuals into providing sensitive data, corporate passwords, clicks on a malicious web link, or execute malware. This may seem contradictory to everything previously presented, but the method of attack is what is important.

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Cytelligence

JULY 28, 2020

A Virtual Private Network ( VPN) is a remote access tool used by most organization s to allow employees, vendors/partners and other stakeholders access to their company’s corporate networks and resources. When configured and deployed correctly, a VPN can help ensure that access is secure.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 4, 2023

This is why the holidays present a perfect storm of factors that make individuals more susceptible to identity theft. If possible, wait to submit your payment information until you can access a secured private network or use a virtual private network (VPN) for an extra layer of security.

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Attack vectors There are two main IoT infection routes: brute-forcing weak passwords and exploiting vulnerabilities in network services. A successful password cracking enables hackers to execute arbitrary commands on a device and inject malware. Unfortunately, users tend to leave these passwords unchanged.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 4, 2023

Card-Not-Present (CNP) fraud constituted 72% of these losses, with a substantial portion attributed to Chinese fraudsters. Chinese fraudster ecosystem: actor’s value chain The value chain of Card Non-present fraud is shown as the following picture. billion in 2021, according to Insider Intelligence.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Last week I wrote a couple of different pieces on passwords, firstly about why we're going to be stuck with them for a long time yet and then secondly, about how we all bear some responsibility for making good password choices. This week, I wanted to focus on going beyond passwords and talk about 2FA. It's a subset of MFA.

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