eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2022

Cybersecurity researchers last week revealed that a new ransomware gang called Onyx is simply destroying larger files rather than encrypting them. The Onyx ransomware group doesn’t bother with encryption. Also read: Best Backup Solutions for Ransomware Protection. Only small files lower than 2MB are encrypted.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 20, 2018

Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing can help to identify weaknesses and areas where networks have not been configured correctly. Ensure you have comprehensive backups. Encrypt your data. Finally, it is good practice to encrypt your data. Related: Getting Identity Access Management right.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

For a detailed threat actor description do not forget to check out our blog article about selecting between black-box, white-box, and grey-box penetration tests and also you would know which pentest you need against a specific threat actor. Implement a robust backup strategy that includes both onsite and offsite backups.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 24, 2021

Conduct risk assessments and penetration tests to determine the organization’s attack surface and what tools, processes and skills are in place to defend against attacks. Data Backup. Be sure to use controls that prevent online backups from becoming encrypted by ransomware. Initial Assessments. Least Privilege.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 4, 2021

Password hashes should be stored encrypted and salted. To ensure the test is comprehensive enough, there are third-party services and white hat hackers that specialize in penetration testing you can hire to do the job for you. Encrypt data and backups.

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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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Security Affairs

JULY 3, 2023

Without adequate backups, the data they house can be lost forever. These cyberattacks can gain unauthorized access to systems, steal or encrypt data, or delete valuable information. When natural disasters affect physical data storage devices, it can lead to data loss especially if backups and disaster recovery plans are not in place.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2022

Data encryption. In the cloud era, data encryption is more important than ever. Hackers are constantly finding new ways to access data, and encrypting your data makes it much more difficult for them to do so. There are many different ways to encrypt your data, so you should choose the method that best suits your needs.

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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

JULY 19, 2022

As hacks and extortion become more and more frequent, to truly minimize the risk of potential extortion and lost clear text data, a data security platform, specifically data-in-use encryption, also referred to as encryption-in-use, is the only option for complete protection and peace of mind. ” Tim Prendergrast, CEO, strongDM.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 17, 2021

According to the experts, the first infections were observed in late 2019, victims reported their files were encrypted by a strain of malware. locked to the filename of the encrypted files. The attackers implement a double extortion model using the PYSA ransomware to exfiltrate data from victims prior to encrypting their files.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Its table illustration also goes into more detail and notes Google’s responsibility for hardware, boot, hardened kernel and interprocess communication (IPC), audit logging, network, and storage and encryption of data. Also read: Exfiltration Can Be Stopped With Data-in-Use Encryption, Company Says. Data backup.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Although most people think of ransomware as a dodgy application that encrypts data and holds it for ransom, the concept is much more heterogeneous than that. File encryption 2013 – 2015. It emerged in September 2013 and paved the way for hundreds of file-encrypting menaces that have splashed onto the scene ever since.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 28, 2023

Despite not being the true LockBit Locker group, these micro criminals were still able to cause significant damage by encrypting a large number of internal files. However, the company was able to restore its network from backups and no client workstations were affected during the intrusions.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 23, 2023

Specifically, the agency added: Recommendations for preventing common initial infection vectors Updated recommendations to address cloud backups and zero trust architecture (ZTA). Consider using a multi-cloud solution to avoid vendor lock-in for cloud-to-cloud backups in case all accounts under the same vendor are impacted.

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Cytelligence

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Application Defense Conduct regular application vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate potential security weaknesses. Data Defense Encrypt sensitive data both at rest and in transit. Implement secure coding practices and web application firewalls (WAFs) to protect against web-based attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 12, 2021

Encryption strength. Data backups. Here are a few core components of cyber risk assessments: Penetration testing : This type of security risk assessment, also referred to as “penetration testing,” is aimed at simulating what a cyber attacker can see and how your system’s security measures will stand up to the test.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 22, 2021

VPN works by initiating a secure connection over the internet through data encryption. Test, test, test. Conducting frequent connection and penetration testing is important to ensure constant viability for users. The most popular options include virtual private network (VPN) or remote desktop protocol (RDP).

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 26, 2024

The mitigation strategy should include strong access controls, encryption, and intrusion detection to prevent attacks on vehicle systems. Regular security assessment and penetration testing can also be carried out to identify potential vulnerabilities that, if exploited by cyber threats, may compromise the systems of vehicles.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Statistics also reveal that only 17% of small businesses encrypt their data, which is alarming. Deploy a regular data backup strategy to prevent data loss due to phishing or ransomware attacks. Store the backups offline or within secure cloud storage to ensure they are not easily accessible by attackers.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments can be helpful, too. This might involve technological solutions, like firewalls or encryption, or policy-based solutions, such as enhanced training and stricter access controls. Once risks are identified, the next step is gauging their potential impact.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 8, 2022

Also known as Gozi, Ursnif has evolved over the years to include a persistence mechanism, methods to avoid sandboxes and virtual machines, and search capability for disk encryption software to attempt key extraction for unencrypting files. Remcos Remcos is marketed as a legitimate software tool for remote management and penetration testing.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

A good way to lower the temperature is to adopt the ransomware gang’s self-serving vernacular, he says, and the Royal Mail’s “IT guy” does this in subtle ways, such as referring to LockBit’s criminal activity as “penetration testing.” Stop malicious encryption.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 17, 2024

RBI solutions typically allow the configuration of file upload and download profiles, restricting the types of files that can be submitted or retrieved from websites based on multiple factors such as file extension, size, entropy/encryption of data, signatures, site reputation, and more. This can be due to encryption or even size.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Overall, organizations are spending more on budget and staff, upgrading incident response planning, spending more on security products and procedures and are being more aggressive in their protections, from penetration testing , breach and attack simulations and attack surface management, according to the report. Threats Evolve Too.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

Encryption and the development of cryptography have been a cornerstone of IT security for decades and remain critical for data protection against evolving threats. While cryptology is thousands of years old, modern cryptography took off in the 1970s with the help of the Diffie-Hellman-Merkle and RSA encryption algorithms.

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Cytelligence

JANUARY 27, 2020

Cybercriminals or threat actors release a kind of malware which enters a computer system or network through fraudulent means and locks down files from access by encrypting them until a demanded ransom is paid to hackers in return for a decryption key. Effectiveness of data backup strategies. Increased speeds. Increased reliability.

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SecureList

MAY 8, 2024

It utilizes customizable attack vectors, including deceptive tactics like a fake Windows Update screen displayed to mask the file encryption process, and employs security measures for testing purposes, such as checking for “Vaccine.txt” before executing.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Sophos cybersecurity researchers have discovered a Python-based ransomware operation that escalated from a compromised corporate network to encrypted virtual machines in just three hours. These instructions are used to list all VMs and shut them down, necessary for starting the encryption. Faster Encryption Means Higher Risk.

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ForAllSecure

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Starting with penetration testing, ending up with incident response and forensics, so pretty much everything that is important for various customers all around the world. In my character, I like to research things, so basically I started with penetration testing, and I still do that. So what led Paula into forensics?

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Where do we backup data and code? What protocols or encryption should we use to store and transport data safely? And next up in the testing phase, implement a wide variety of security tests to test your application’s implementations and making sure no severe bugs make it to production.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Web application scanners test your websites and web-facing apps for vulnerabilities. These tests typically use vulnerability scanners. Penetration testing is a similar approach, but typically involves teams of security pros attempting to simulate a cyber attack to identify weaknesses that could be exploited by hackers.

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 22, 2024

Hacking For Dummies takes you on an easy-to-follow cybersecurity voyage that will teach you the essentials of vulnerability and penetration testing so that you can find the holes in your network before the bad guys exploit them.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 27, 2020

In this case, there are third-party software solutions that provide automated vulnerability scanning including the following software solutions: Qualys Nessus Metasploit BurpSuite Amazon Inspector Nmap There are also third-party companies that provide penetration testing services.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

The Global State of Information Security Survey 2017 suggests that companies should look into deploying threat detection tools and processes (including monitoring and analyzing security intelligence information), conducting vulnerability and threat assessments, penetration tests and security information, and event management (SIEM) tools.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Penetration testing and vulnerability scanning should be used to test proper implementation and configuration. Secure Browsing Access: Connections between users and the internet often will be encrypted using HTTPS connections, making inspection difficult or operationally burdensome for firewalls and other monitoring.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

In addition to encrypting data and holding it hostage, ransomware attackers also upload valuable data to other systems on the internet. Rather than stealthily copying the data, ransomware attackers may upload the data quickly to a website via FTP using SSH encryption. Protect your backup systems.

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