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How to detect and respond to a DDoS network cyber attack

CyberSecurity Insiders

A DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack is a common form of cyber attack that aims to disrupt the normal functioning of a network by overwhelming it with traffic. In this type of attack, the attacker uses multiple devices to flood a network or a server with traffic, making it unavailable to legitimate users.

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What is Cybersecurity Risk Management?

eSecurity Planet

Risk management is a concept that has been around as long as companies have had assets to protect. Risk management also extends to physical devices, such as doors and locks to protect homes and vehicles, vaults to protect money and precious jewels, and police, fire, and CCTV to protect against other physical risks.

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Offensive Cybersecurity: The Definitive Guide

Security Boulevard

When considering how to thwart threat actors and protect IT assets against cyber attacks, many organizations take an inherently defensive approach. Locking down systems and assets with protective tools and procedures like firewalls, employee training, and incident response plans makes sense.

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GUEST ESSAY: Essential cyber hygiene practices all charities must embrace to protect their donors

The Last Watchdog

Charities and nonprofits are particularly vulnerable to cybersecurity threats, primarily because they maintain personal and financial data, which are highly valuable to criminals. Assess risks. Creating a solid cybersecurity foundation begins with understanding the organization’s risks. Keep software updated.

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Next-Generation Firewalls: A comprehensive guide for network security modernization

CyberSecurity Insiders

The terms computer security, information security and cybersecurity were practically non-existent in the 1980s, but believe it or not, firewalls have existed in some form since that time. Over the years, the traditional firewall has transformed to meet the demands of the modern workplace and adapt to an evolving threat landscape.

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How Can I Protect My Company From Cyber-Attacks?

Cytelligence

As technology continues to advance, so do the risks of cyber attacks. It has become increasingly important for businesses of all sizes to protect themselves from cyber threats. From small businesses to large corporations, no company is safe from a cyber attack.

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Staying Ahead of the Distortion of a Cyber Attack?

Security Boulevard

Staying Ahead of the Distortion of a Cyber Attack? One of the most sacred responsibilities of all cybersecurity professionals is protecting information. Each firewall, IDS, MFA, and email security is built to protect and stop cyber attacks. Hackers will use data distortion when attacking businesses.