eSecurity Planet

MARCH 19, 2024

Frequent Ransomware Target QNAP Discloses 3 Vulnerabilities Type of vulnerability: Improper authentication, injection vulnerability, SQL injection (SQLi). The other two vulnerabilities, CVE-2024-21900 and CVE-2024-21901, only merit medium ratings because they require authentication.

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Authentication VPN Software DDOS 102

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 29, 2024

January 23, 2024 POC Released, 96% of Fortra GoAnywhere MFT Still Vulnerable Type of vulnerability: Authentication bypass vulnerability can create new admin users on exposed admin portals. However, the flaw does not bypass two-factor authentication (2FA), so implementation of MFA can provide initial remediation.

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Software Authentication CSO Accountability 88

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 29, 2024

The exploitation disclosure led the US Cybersecurity Infrastructure and Security Agency (CISA) to add the vulnerability to the known exploited vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. Federal agencies have until May 14, 2024, to apply patches or disable vulnerable software. The fix: Patch Flowmon immediately to version 11.1.14

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Firewall Software Ransomware Penetration Testing 93

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The problem: Unpatched Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway appliances allow attackers to retrieve authentication session cookies and other information stored in buffers. allow for authentication bypass and gain root access to systems. account”) failed to verify secret tokens received for authentication before making API requests.

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Authentication Mobile Accountability Software 94

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

10 Spear Phishing Prevention Techniques Organizations can significantly reduce their susceptibility to attacks from spear phishing and improve overall cybersecurity resilience by combining these strategies with the promotion of a culture of security consciousness. It provides an additional degree of security beyond just a login and password.

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Phishing Social Engineering Authentication Security Awareness 89

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Admins can apply the security updates, upgrade their JunOS software to the current version, or disable Internet access to the J-Web interface to eliminate the attack vector. Given that this software is utilized by large organizations with valuable assets, any critical flaw can be significant.

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VPN Authentication Ransomware Antivirus 96

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 21, 2023

If remote access is your company’s everyday routine, you don’t want to skimp on security. Your IT team makes frequent updates to users’ computers using remote control software. IT adjustments should certainly be secure and not leave an open door for attackers to spy on a help desk intervention.

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VPN Passwords Software Small Business 91

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 18, 2024

When assessing the overall security of cloud storage and choosing a solution tailored to your business, it helps to determine its features, potential risks, security measures, and other considerations. Insecure Interfaces/APIs Attackers can use interface and API flaws to modify or circumvent security protections.

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Risk Backups Encryption DDOS 118

Hacker Combat

JUNE 2, 2022

After a severe ransomware assault has hit them, they devote the necessary time and money to strengthening their cyber security defenses. Antivirus software should be active on all devices and regularly update the software while making sure fixes are executed. Final Remarks.

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Ransomware Manufacturing Antivirus Cyber Risk 108

CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 10, 2021

It is now regarded as the most serious web application security risk based on the data contributed to OWASP’s threat intelligence, which shows that 3.81 These details are in line with the notable rise of application security solutions including Runtime Application Self-Protection (RASP). From ninth, it now takes the sixth spot.

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Cyber threats Cyber Attacks Software Risk 117

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 14, 2023

Security researchers discovered a software driver buffer overflow vulnerability in the Texas Instruments (TI) chips powering Ford’s SYNC 3 infotainment system available in Ford and Lincoln vehicles. Adobe also updated their Commerce and Dimension software.

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Software Malware Internet Internet 87

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 24, 2019

In the spirit of National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), my colleague Ashvin Kamaraju wrote about how organizations can use fundamental controls to secure their information technology. Effective digital security doesn’t end at “Secure IT,” however. Implement Multi-Factor Authentication.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 12, 2023

supports weak cryptography, which is a security risk as there are tools available to decrypt packets with weak cryptography. also doesn’t help in rendering modern connections securely. in most software implementations, making the latter relatively uncommon. If the data matches, then the client is allowed to authenticate.

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Risk Authentication Encryption Cybersecurity 137

SC Magazine

APRIL 7, 2021

Unfortunately, bad actors will weaponize deepfake technology for fraud as biometric-based authentication solutions are widely adopted. While AI increasingly gets used to automate repetitive tasks, improve security and identify vulnerabilities, hackers will in turn build their own ML tools to target these processes.

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Digital transformation Authentication Accountability Technology 66

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Authentication guarantees that users are who they say they are, typically through usernames and passwords or multi-factor authentication (MFA). Authorization governs what activities users are permitted to take after being authenticated. To enhance security in a public cloud environment: Use strong authentication.

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Encryption DDOS Authentication Firewall 91

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 12, 2024

Consider these factors: Sensitive data handling: Determine whether your company handles customers’ personally identifiable information (PII), proprietary software code, product designs, or any other unique creations crucial for your company’s competitive edge. Proofpoint’s 2024 data loss landscape report reveals 84.7%

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Backups Encryption Data breaches Risk 124

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The sheer number of security issues underscores the need for strong patch and vulnerability management — and for cyber resilience that goes deeper than common preventive measures. Furthermore, attackers can inject malicious code into the build process, compromising the integrity of software releases and affecting downstream users.

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Architecture Ransomware Software Accountability 94

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

11 Steps to Perform a Firewall Audit Free Firewall Audit Checklist Top 3 Firewall Audit Providers Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Bottom Line: Perform Firewall Audits Consistently Featured Partners: Next-Gen Firewall (NGFW) Software Learn More How Does a Firewall Audit Work? Don’t forget regulatory compliance, either.

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Firewall Firmware Software Risk 105

Centraleyes

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Some of the most important controls to consider will fall into these 4 categories: Technical Controls : This covers both hardware and software that is used to protect systems, networks and organizations. Endpoint security defenses are an important part of this.

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Risk Cyber Risk Software Information Security 52

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Look for Reliable Sources: Download software only from reputable sources and official websites. Avoid third-party platforms that might disguise malware as legitimate software. Utilize Ad Blockers: Shield yourself from potentially malicious ads by using ad-blocking software.

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Malware Antivirus Software Passwords 109

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 29, 2024

Dashlane is a password management software that’s popular for business and personal uses alike. The company was founded in 2009, and the first software edition was released in 2012. Like many other password managers, Dashlane makes it easy for users to create new passwords and store existing ones in a secure vault.

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Password Management Passwords Authentication Accountability 105

Spinone

DECEMBER 6, 2018

In this day and age, we have passwords for everything, including all our sensitive data : email, banking, or any number of online resources that we may access. However, the traditional username and password mechanism is quickly becoming obsolete and even dangerous as a mechanism to rely on for identity verification.

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Technology Authentication Passwords Internet 40

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 23, 2023

We also highlight a study by Outpost24 that reveals startling password weaknesses in admin-level IT accounts. The lesson: don’t forget about the basics of security in the midst of patching. There’s plenty to consider in this vulnerability roundup, even if it’s just your IT team’s password habits.

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Passwords Penetration Testing Accountability Software 84

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Alarmingly, this API lacks any form of authentication, allowing virtually anyone, even a malicious website you might visit, to send commands to the CLI. They can be remotely exploited without authentication, potentially enabling remote code execution, service disruptions, and arbitrary operations on the routers. via port 8076.

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VPN Firmware Authentication Phishing 109

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

Network security is an umbrella term for all facets of your network’s cybersecurity posture, with an emphasis on developing and using policies, procedures, best practices and tools that safeguard every piece of your network’s overall infrastructure. It is one component of the greater vulnerability management framework.

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Network Security Penetration Testing Firewall Antivirus 115

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 22, 2024

Once released, the PoC starts the clock for active attacks, especially for security tools, as demonstrated in active attacks on Palo Alto’s PAN-OS vulnerability fixed the week before. Unless major security players [adopt] secure-by-design architectures, this trend will only accelerate due to platformization and consolidation.”

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Authentication Firewall Encryption Cybersecurity 62

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Cryptographic keys can be random numbers, products of large prime numbers, points on an ellipse, or a password generated by a user. Encryption protocols can also verify the authenticity of sources and prevent a sender from denying they were the origin of a transmission.

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Encryption Passwords IoT Firewall 101

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Application programming interface (API) security is a combination of tools and best practices to secure the all-important connections between applications. API security protects data and back-end systems while preserving fluid communication between software components through strict protocols and access controls.

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Authentication Architecture Firewall Threat Detection 94

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Prevention: Require multi-factor authentication (MFA) , educate users on password security, and regularly monitor accounts for suspicious activities. Regular Updates and Patching: Protect your cloud environment by upgrading and patching software and apps on a regular basis to prevent known vulnerabilities.

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Encryption DDOS Architecture Risk 93

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 30, 2024

Centralize secrets and set storage to private: Keep API keys and passwords in a centralized, secure management system. Breaches often stem from exploited vulnerabilities in cloud infrastructure or applications, with hackers using methods such as software vulnerabilities, phishing, or compromised credentials.

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Risk DDOS Data breaches Encryption 116

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

Data Security & Threat Detection Framework The data security and threat detection framework serves as the foundation for data protection plans, protecting intellectual property, customer data, and employee information. Have all unused and unnecessary software and equipment been removed from the infrastructure?

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Risk Threat Detection Data breaches Encryption 81

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Featured Partners: Cybersecurity Software Learn more Learn more Learn more AI Will Turbo-Charge Cybersecurity & Cyberthreats For better or worse, artificial intelligence (AI) is here and accelerating. In 2024, AI poisoning attacks will become the new software supply chain attacks. Bottom line: Prepare now based on risk.

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Cybersecurity CISO Government Technology 139

McAfee

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Today, enterprises tend to use multiple layers of security defenses, ranging from perimeter defense on network entry points to host based security solutions deployed at the end user’s machines to counter the ever-increasing threats. deployment of decoy systems with varying Operating Systems and software configurations.

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Authentication Accountability Encryption Passwords 104

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Hybrid cloud security generally follows best practices for network security and cloud security : Network segmentation decreases attack surfaces. Role-based access control (RBAC) and multi-factor authentication ( MFA ) regulate resource access. Continuous security monitoring identifies and responds to threats in real time.

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Backups Firewall Encryption Architecture 104

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Organizations should examine the affected model list and scrutinize installed software on affected devices until patches are available. Considering the active ransomware activity with vulnerabilities in Progress Software’s other file transfer software, MOVEit, WS_FTP server maintenance teams should patch ASAP.

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DDOS Encryption Software Ransomware 97

Spinone

DECEMBER 17, 2019

It quietly makes its way past your security defenses into the heart of your data and keeps it hostage until you pay a ransom. It can be your login and password to your Office 365 or G Suite or some other information. They scan and find vulnerabilities in the software you are running. Having a mandatory password policy.

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Ransomware Passwords Encryption Phishing 83

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 16, 2024

Stolen credentials: Expose other resources to compromise through exposed passwords for OpenAI, Slack, Stripe, internal databases, AI databases, and more. AI Experts Lack Security Expertise Anyscale assumes the environment is secure just as AI researchers also assume Ray is secure.

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Cybersecurity Penetration Testing Internet Internet 96