CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 3, 2022

Healthcare providers are opting to pay a ransom in the event of ransomware attacks, instead of recovering it from data backups. The reason is as it is easy and guarantees 100% encrypted data return- Of course, as per their perspective!

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 8, 2022

First spotted in mid-August 2022 , Venus is known for hacking into victims’ publicly-exposed Remote Desktop services to encrypt Windows devices. Tripwire’s tips for all organizations on avoiding ransomware attacks include: Making secure offsite backups. Encrypting sensitive data wherever possible. ” .

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 27, 2022

update, Apple introduced “Advanced Data Protection,” which finally introduced end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for most items backed up or stored in iCloud. Device backups. Enabling end-to-end encryption (Advanced Data Protection for iCloud). encrypted email providers. With the iOS 16.2 Safari Bookmarks. TABLE OF CONTENTS.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 22, 2023

70 percent of web applications have severe security gaps, like lacking WAF protection or an encrypted connection like HTTPS, while 25 percent of all web applications (web apps) lacked both. At least 30 percent of these web apps—over 3,000 assets—have at least one exploitable or high risk vulnerability.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 14, 2021

Risk Assessment/Management. Encryption. Backup and Storage. Alert and Event Management. Encryption. Risk Assessment/Management. Backup and Storage. Alert and Event Management. Data Analysis. Threat Assessment. Intrusion Detection. Secure Software Development. Networking. Penetration Testing.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Apple's messaging app, iMessage, already uses end-to-end encryption so that messages can only be read by the sender and recipients. A hardware security key uses public-key encryption to authenticate a user, and is much harder to defeat than other forms of authentication, such as passwords, or codes sent by SMS or generated by apps.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 1, 2019

There is perhaps no more basic security mechanism than data encryption. Encryption is used in so many useful security solutions that it has become a staple for ensuring that unauthorized access to data is not possible. What exactly is data encryption? What is the importance of data encryption when it comes to data security?

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Fowler emphasized the potential risks that misconfigured cloud storage repositories can pose, as they may inadvertently reveal details about an organization's internal network. The most basic encryption technologies like TLS/SSL should be a minimum requirement while using a cloud database.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Detection : We will cover the Sysmon and Windows Security event IDs related to discovering the target technique. Additionally, in his blog , Olaf Hartong suggests monitoring the process access attempt in conjunction with Windows Security event ID 4703 — “A token right was adjusted.” PsExec.exe -s accepteula dc1.asgard.corp

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 8, 2022

With a cyberattack, it’s more than just data that needs protecting—at risk is really the entire physical infrastructure from applications and operating systems down to low-level firmware and BIOS. There are hardware elements such as having a redundant data center, where the enterprise can fail over during an event.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 12, 2021

Protecting your organization from IT security risks is an ongoing, fluid task. As a savvy tech leader, you are likely hyperfocused on performing security risk audits to keep your networks strong and protected. Components of Security Risk Assessments. Encryption strength. Data backups. Password protocols.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Encryption and data backup. Data encryption is a protection strategy that renders data useless even when an intruder accesses it. Encrypting all your company’s sensitive data and private information ensures that it’s protected from data breaches. Invest in cybersecurity insurance. Secure your hardware.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Remember, sometimes a little common sense goes a lot further than the fanciest encryption out there. Ransomware is another significant threat, where attackers encrypt an organization's data and demand payment for its release. The key here is implementing smart, affordable cybersecurity strategies that work best for nonprofits.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

Cyber criminals may damage, destroy, steal, encrypt, expose, or leak data as well as cause harm to a system. Encrypted threats spiked 167%, ransomware increased 105%, and 5.4 In May, cybersecurity researchers revealed that ransomware attacks are increasing their aggressive approach by destroying data instead of encrypting it.

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SecureList

APRIL 15, 2024

They generated a custom version of the ransomware, which used the aforementioned account credential to spread across the network and perform malicious activities, such as killing Windows Defender and erasing Windows Event Logs in order to encrypt the data and cover its tracks. In this article, we revisit the LockBit 3.0

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

A multi-layered approach is required to reduce exposure to ransomware attacks and also to recover encrypted data more quickly and effectively. Citrix Content Collaboration captures versions of files in real time to ensure that a clean version is always available to replace a file that has been encrypted by ransomware.

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Spinone

AUGUST 29, 2019

In 2020, some IT specialists consider Office 365 to be so secure that they don’t need a backup. Written for IT Admins who wish to protect their digital business assets, this guide will help you to consider the best Office 365 backup solutions. You will also find out: Does Office 365 backup your data?

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Understanding the risks, advantages, and best practices connected with IaaS security is becoming increasingly important as enterprises shift their infrastructure to the cloud. Breaking Encryption Encryption is a key security solution for both at-rest and in-transit data protection.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 9, 2019

And that posed risks based on what we did say publicly while the ransom negotiations were going on. Because of the quick reaction we had, we were able to contain the encryption part” to roughly 50 percent of customer systems, he said. So we had to treat the backups similarly to how we were treating the primary systems.”

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Black Friday and Cyber Monday, both hailed as the epitome of shopping extravagance, are also synonymous with a heightened risk of cyberattacks on retail platforms. The Indispensable Role of End-to-End Encryption in the Age of Mobile Wallets Mobile wallets and online transactions are now as commonplace as physical cash transactions.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In this article, we’ll look at public cloud security, including how it works, who is responsible for securing what, relevant standards, security methods, common risks to consider, and how public cloud security differs from private cloud security. For this purpose, strong encryption methods such as AES-256 are often utilized.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 25, 2024

The cybercriminals encrypted critical data and systems across the council's networks, severely hampering its ability to operate and provide services to residents. The better you understand these risks, through your assessment phase, the better job you can do in protecting against them and in planning for them."

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

At SiteLock, we developed a proprietary risk score based on over 500 variables to help website owners gauge the overall risk of their sites on a scale from low to high. In general, the more variables a site has, the higher the risk level. Those websites deemed high risk are 26 times more likely to experience a breach.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 31, 2022

In the early afternoon of Friday 12 May 2017, the media broke the news of a global computer security attack carried out through a malicious code capable of encrypting data residing in information systems and demanding a ransom in cryptocurrency to restore them, the Wannacry ransomware. The infection chain. Cryptolocker and exploit components.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 27, 2020

IBM’s “ 2019 Cost of a Data Breach Report ” details the costs that come from a data breach as a result of various cybersecurity risks. They are eye-opening: The United States sees the costliest cybersecurity events – the average total cost of $8.19 What is a cybersecurity risk assessment?

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Depending on the flow of infection, targets can expect to find a demand for payment to unlock encrypted files or sneaky malware looking to grab cryptocurrency details from system clipboard functions. Once installed on a system, Mortal Kombat targets a large selection of files for encryption, based on their file extensions.

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Centraleyes

JANUARY 3, 2024

To enhance Europe’s resilience against existing and emerging cyber threats, the NIS2 Directive introduces new requirements and obligations for organizations in four key areas: risk management, corporate accountability, reporting obligations, and business continuity. Initiate these steps promptly to mitigate the risk of delays.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 29, 2023

Data encryption both in transit and at rest: Patient data should be encrypted in transit and at rest to prevent unauthorized access. By encrypting data while it is at rest, you can ensure that even if there is a breach, the stolen data cannot be accessed without the encryption key.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 1, 2021

On the other hand, some threat types are not prevalent and pose significantly less risk. Most methods will involve your IT staff but without buy-in across the entire organization, the risk of a successful APT attack increases. Other best practices : Maintain backups! Encrypt remote connections whenever possible.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Supply chain effects While we have talked at length about the risks of getting infected through your supply chain , this incident goes to show that even if none of your systems themselves get infected, an attack at one of your suppliers can have significant financial repercussions for your organization. Stop malicious encryption.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 21, 2022

For businesses still using the broken SHA-1, they were facing serious risks , including: Increased possibility of a collision or man-in-the-middle attack. Venafi Research: 35 Percent of Websites Are Still Using Insecure SHA-1 Certificates and Putting Users at Risk. Post-Quantum Encryption Algorithms Announced. Related Posts.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Cloud storage settings: Configuration management establishes data storage, access permissions, and backup rules, allowing tools to manage storage settings consistently and regularly. Fine-grained access controls reduce the risk of illegal access by ensuring that only authorized people have the required permissions.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

In this article we will learn how to address and effectively respond to major enterprise cybersecurity threats and provide tips to mitigate IT security risk. Be On Your Guard with the Most Treacherous Insider Roles A paramount priority when addressing the threat is to distinguish the fundamental insider risks.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 27, 2021

As organizations continue to gather more data than ever before, the surface area of risk, and subsequently the blast radius, will exponentially increase when an incident materializes. . Increased automation, especially when it comes to your data, can eliminate risk points and better support a zero trust strategy.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Is Data in the Public Cloud at Risk of Ransomware Infection? As an example, many may utilize the Google Backup and Sync application to synchronize on-premise data to Google Drive storage. However, if a ransomware infects the on-premise data, these encrypted files will overwrite the good copy that is stored in the G Suite environment.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

All of your files are encrypted with RSA-2048 and AES-128 ciphers.” ” Or you might see a readme.txt stating, “Your files have been replaced by these encrypted containers and aren’t accessible; you will lose your files on [enter date] unless you pay $2500 in Bitcoin.” IMPORTANT INFORMATION !!! Description.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 15, 2023

Backup your data. Backups are the last line of defence against an attack that encrypts your data. This makes your backups a target for attackers, so they need to be offline and offsite so they are completely out of reach. Backups are not a defence against attackers that steal and leak the data. Stay safe out there!

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