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BEST PRACTICES – 9 must-do security protocols companies must embrace to stem remote work risks

The Last Watchdog

Passwords for accounts should be unique for every account and should compromise a long string of distinct characters, lower and upper case letters, and numbers. It is difficult to remember all passwords. That is where a password manager for business comes in to help keep track of passwords. Set up firewalls.

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Vulnerability Recap 4/15/24 – Palo Alto, Microsoft, Ivanti Exploits

eSecurity Planet

Threats range from severe weaknesses in Ivanti’s VPN appliances to zero-day exploits in popular software such as Palo Alto Networks’ PAN-OS and Telegram’s Windows client. You can strengthen your cybersecurity defenses by using reliable antivirus software, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and virtual private networks (VPNs).

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8 cybersecurity tips to keep you safe when travelling

Malwarebytes

Backup before you go The consequences of losing your device or having it stolen are worse when you are outside of your own environment. So make sure that you have recent backups of your important data, and don't keep the backups on the devices you are taking. Use a VPN with strong encryption.

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Enhancing Cybersecurity Awareness: A Comprehensive Guide

CyberSecurity Insiders

Avoid sharing sensitive information on public Wi-Fi networks and use a virtual private network (VPN) when connecting to public networks. Utilize a password manager to securely store and generate strong passwords. Additionally, consider using a firewall to add an extra layer of pro-tection to your network.

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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. For instance, hardware- or software-based firewalls can monitor incoming and outgoing network traffic and block suspicious activity.

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Beyond the Office: Securing Home Devices and Networks Against Corporate Breaches

SecureWorld News

Use the 3-2-1 backup rule. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated password manager apps. Fully utilize firewall capabilities. Corporate data should be accessed only through an organization's VPN connection. Enable additional verification methods like MFA when available.

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Building a Ransomware Resilient Architecture

eSecurity Planet

You have the disaster recovery (DR) site, backups, and storage area network (SAN) snapshots. As you try each one, that pit in your stomach grows as you experience the worst feeling in IT: the realization you have no backup for recovery. Your backups, the backup server, and all the backup storage — all encrypted by ransomware.