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Cyber Security: Work From Home Best Practices

Spinone

They include insider threats, phishing, and ransomware. Insider Threats Insider threats include all potential risks of human error or malicious intent. Insider threats are especially serious for remote work. Phishing attacks are tricky, because even one sloppy click can put the whole system in danger.

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Dridex malware, the banking trojan

CyberSecurity Insiders

How it works: Dridex is a banking Trojan that is typically distributed through phishing email campaigns. Monitor network traffic: Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and use intrusion detection systems (IDS) to detect and block malicious traffic.

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The role of cybersecurity in financial institutions -protecting against evolving threats

CyberSecurity Insiders

With the widespread use of technology and the increasing amount of data being stored and shared electronically, financial institutions must ensure that they have robust cybersecurity measures in place to protect against evolving threats. Online banking phishing scams have advanced constantly. to protect sensitive data.

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What is advanced persistent threat? Explaining APT security

CyberSecurity Insiders

Other best practices : Maintain backups! One overarching control that can be applied to help prevent long-term damage from a ransomware attacks is a strong backup program. An effective backup program can minimize damage from ransomware and enable swift recovery. Patch, patch, patch. Encrypt remote connections whenever possible.

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How Secure Is Cloud Storage? Features, Risks, & Protection

eSecurity Planet

Data Security & Recovery Measures Reliable CSPs provide high-level security and backup services; in the event of data loss, recovery is possible. Users have direct control over data security but are also responsible for backup procedures and permanently lost data in the event of device damage or loss.

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Group-IB detects a series of ransomware attacks by OldGremlin

Security Affairs

As the initial vector of their attacks, OldGremlin use spear phishing emails, to which the group adopted creative approach. In other instances, the gang exploited the COVID-19 theme and anti-government rallies in Belarus in their phishing emails. As a contact email, the threat actors gave an email registered with ProtonMail.

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Cybersecurity for Small Businesses: 7 Best Practices for Securing Your Business Data

Cytelligence

Here are seven best practices for cybersecurity in small businesses: Employee Education and Training: Provide cybersecurity awareness training to your employees, teaching them about common threats such as phishing emails, social engineering, and the importance of strong passwords. WPA2 or WPA3).