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Top Unexpected Ways to Utilise a Password Manager for Enhanced Security and Organisation

IT Security Guru

Password managers have become integral tools for individuals and businesses alike. They are primarily known for securely saving and managing login credentials so users don’t have to remember them all or write them down, where they could be compromised.

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How to work from home securely, the NSA way

Malwarebytes

People working remotely is no longer unusual, so the National Security Agency (NSA) has produced a short Best Practices PDF document detailing how remote workers can keep themselves safe from harm. Consider how many folks will only decide to start making backups once they've lost everything for the first time.

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12 Data Loss Prevention Best Practices (+ Real Success Stories)

eSecurity Planet

Customize training materials to address these specific concerns, including data handling protocols, password management , and phishing attempt identification. Keep these copies on two separate types of media: hard disks, cloud storage , and tape backups. No user data was lost.

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Our Top 3 Tips for Preventing Ransomware Attacks

SiteLock

Unable to open important Word documents, PDFs, and other files, victims will usually receive an intimidating on-screen alert demanding payment in the form of bitcoin or some other digital currency in exchange for access to their encrypted files. Access to a working backup gives you tremendous leverage as the victim of a ransomware attack.

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Cybersecurity for Nonprofits: Cost-Effective Defense Strategies

SecureWorld News

Having basic cyber hygiene Advanced technology is important, but basics like regular data backups, software updates, strong password policies, and multi-factor authentication are fundamental. Another cornerstone of any robust cybersecurity strategy is having regular data backups and maintaining them properly.

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Immigration organisations targeted by APT group Evilnum

Malwarebytes

Opening the attached Word document fires up a message which claims that the document was created in a later version of Microsoft Word. As a result, pretty much everything involving sensitive documentation begins life in the form of an email. Lawyers and clients aren’t emailing important documents in plaintext.

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What Is a SaaS Security Checklist? Tips & Free Template

eSecurity Planet

This framework guarantees that appropriate authentication measures, encryption techniques, data retention policies, and backup procedures are in place. Security infrastructure and redundancy: Check the vendor’s data centers, network architecture, backup and disaster recovery plans, and uptime assurances.

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