The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Meanwhile, Level 3, calls for several more tiers of protection specifically aimed at reducing the risk from Advanced Persistent Threats ( APTs ) in order to safeguard so-called Controlled Unclassified Information ( CUI.). In addition, every DoD contractor must conduct, at the very least, an annual self-assessment. Raising the bar.

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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. Today, c yber security incidents lead to significant damage, alarming organizations of all types and sizes in different geographic locations.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Cyber threats from rival nation states and rogue actors are very plausible and are also becoming increasingly common owing to the geopolitics of the current era. These unique characteristics of these industries present unique challenges from a security standpoint: Lack of Risk Based decision making when adopting cloud services.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 16, 2024

However, the evolving threat landscape necessitates a shift toward more comprehensive data loss prevention methods considering data in various states—whether at rest, in motion, or in use. Regular assessments and adjustments based on emerging threat landscapes contribute to the longevity of the DLP framework.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 12, 2023

Some courses are tailored to a specific discipline, while others may be broader, covering areas such as network security , ethical hacking, and more. With this knowledge, learners will then exploit a live system to identify the risks of web applications that lack the necessary security.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 1, 2019

There’s a frantic scramble going on among those responsible for network security at organizations across all sectors. Related: Why we’re in the Golden Age of cyber espionage. In many cases the tedious, first-level correlating of SIEM logs to sift out threats has moved beyond human capability. Smart money.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 29, 2023

Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS) offers firewall capabilities as a cloud-based service. Traditional firewalls protect the network perimeter, enforcing security standards by regulating incoming and outgoing traffic according to rules and traffic analysis. Innovation and protection go hand in hand.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

A host-based firewall is installed directly on individual networked devices to filter network traffic on a single device by inspecting both incoming and outgoing data. Larger enterprises use this to manage the spread of malware throughout a network in the event that one device is infected.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 15, 2023

This includes establishing explicit goals for your organization, such as improving security posture or reducing risk. Assign value In this phase, you assign a value to each asset based on its business importance and potential exposure to cyber threats. There are three steps to this phase of the process.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2022

AsTech’s Kent said of Security+, “This crosses several domains and is a basic introduction to security. SSCP from (ISC)2 is a mid-level certification designed for IT administrators, managers, directors, and network security professionals responsible for the hands-on operational security of their organization’s critical assets.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 18, 2022

You know things are dire when the President of the United States uses his bully pulpit to warn American organizations they are likely to be the target of increased cyber threat activity and therefore have a responsibility to protect their infrastructure. So where do we go from here? The issue likely comes down to awareness.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 14, 2023

Malicious bots can be used to carry out a range of cyber threats like account takeovers and DDoS attacks, so bot protection is an increasingly important defense for web-facing assets. Cloudflare offers a range of security and performance solutions, including DDoS protection and website optimization.

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Centraleyes

JANUARY 4, 2024

This process is an integral component of cybersecurity practices, frequently employed alongside other tools to comprehensively understand an organization’s cyber posture and risks. Reassess Post-action, the team validates that risks have been properly addressed, necessitating a rescan to confirm risk resolution.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

You can think of cybersecurity as an umbrella term that encompasses multiple types of security, like: website security , endpoint security and network security. As technology continues to evolve, so does the security around it. Website Security. Network Security.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

Intrusion detection system (IDS) and intrusion prevention system (IPS) technologies – often combined as intrusion detection and prevention (IDPS) – have been in use for decades, yet they remain important cybersecurity tools even in the face of today’s rapidly changing cyber threats and complex IT environments.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 17, 2023

With this new approach to the office, employers and IT specialists have had to adapt to the increased risk of cybersecurity breaches within the company context. The first security measure businesses adopted during the pandemic was using VPNs that allowed employees to work remotely while still enjoying connectivity and security.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 30, 2023

Example AWS Transit Gateway (TGW) Global Diagram AWS Transit Gateway diagram AWS Transit Gateway is a cloud-based tool that permits a simplified, secure networking approach for companies requiring a hybrid solution that can scale according to their global/multi-site enterprise business needs.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Antivirus programs and firewalls are pretty good at catching malware before it can infect devices, but occasionally malware can slip through defenses, endangering personal and financial information. Once activated (hopefully you did that when you first got your PC), it continuously monitors your system for malware threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 7, 2021

It’s essential to distinguish that Zero Trust is not a technology and a holistic approach to network security. Automated technology is a necessary tool for obtaining access, scanning and assessing threats, adapting to behavior changes, and continually re-evaluating confidence in communications. Implementing Zero Trust.

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Spinone

JULY 29, 2020

Some of the typical responsibilities and tasks include: Configuring technical security controls Conducting an app risk assessment Whitelisting/blacklisting apps Performing penetration testing For app security engineers, it’s vital to control SaaS apps and the risks related to them.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 8, 2022

But two veteran security experts, Peter Carpenter and Kai Roer, at employee cybersecurity training leader KnowBe4 say business leaders are overlooking a hacker’s primary way into a system: vulnerable and exploitable human workers. They say that the best defense against cyber threats is in an organization’s security culture.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Cisco’s recent move to acquire SIEM stalwart Splunk for a cool $28 billion aligns with the rising urgency among companies in all sectors to better protect data — even as cyber threats intensify and disruptive advancements in AI add a wild card to this challenge. Related: Will Cisco flub Splunk?

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 18, 2023

IaaS involves virtualized computing resources over the internet, with users responsible for securing the operating system, applications, data, and networks. Security concerns include data protection, network security, identity and access management, and physical security.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 14, 2022

There are some high-risk CVEs that are years old and still unpatched in some enterprises. Patch management is not the be all and end all of security. It still must be supported by other technologies such as vulnerability scanning , penetration testing , endpoint detection and response (EDR) , firewalls , SIEM and more.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 21, 2018

We foresee regulations expanding beyond authentication and data privacy, and into more detailed requirements of network security and visibility into device bills of materials. These actions will increase the requirements, from security recommendations to actual mandates, that vendors must comply with.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Malware attacks pose a significant risk to both individuals and businesses, infiltrating computer systems, compromising sensitive data and disrupting operations, leading to financial and data loss — and even extortion. Mac and Windows have their own built-in firewalls, and home routers and antivirus subscriptions frequently include them also.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Continuity of Operations Security is connected with continuity for firms that use cloud services. Cloud security measures limit risks associated with data loss or service outages, allowing operations to continue smoothly even during unexpected problems. This increases user and service provider trust.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 10, 2023

Threat intelligence feeds are continually updated streams of data that inform users of different cybersecurity threats, their sources, and any infrastructure impacted or at risk of being impacted by those threats. The Internet Storm Center manages to differentiate itself in several ways.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Hybrid cloud security starts with analyzing and categorizing data and progresses to customized security measures. Hybrid cloud security generally follows best practices for network security and cloud security : Network segmentation decreases attack surfaces.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 27, 2022

billion by 2026, driven not only by remote working and growing cyber threats but also by a massive cybersecurity skills shortage , the demands of government regulations , and the simple cost benefits of outsourcing. Read more: Choosing a Managed Security Service: MDR, Firewalls & SIEM. billion in 2021 to $43.7

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Considering this, most businesses do have a level investment allocated into security mechanisms for their ecosystem. This may range from the use of VPNs, firewalls, endpoint protection and other similar technologies. However, an often-underused tool is the network itself. Assume Threat Actor Access. Anatomy of an Attack.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

The research shows that cyber threats like ransomware have become a top priority for business executives and boards of directors,” said Jon Oltsik, an analyst with ESG. MDR services , for example, often include network security services, and vice versa. It can detect and respond to known and unknown threats.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Either businesses or individuals, we are all in the same boat when it comes to the risk of data loss. The growing risks leave us with the fact that cybersecurity education is not a matter of choice anymore – it’s a matter of necessity. Cyber Attack Countermeasures: Teaches about cyber defense and basic cryptography.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Bottom line: Prepare now based on risk. Without guidelines, organizations risk unfettered use of AI, risks of data leaks, and no recourse for unethical AI use within the organization. Also consider learning about the top governance, risk, and compliance tools to identify the best one for you.

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Cisco Security

AUGUST 26, 2022

The AlienApp for Cisco Secure Endpoint enables you to automate threat detection and response activities between USM Anywhere and Cisco Secure Endpoint. In addition, it allows you to collect hourly events from Cisco Secure Endpoint through the USM Anywhere Job Scheduler. New Cisco Cloud Security Integrations.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Managed detection and response (MDR) goes beyond other managed security services by essentially giving organizations their own expert security analyst team to help identify and respond to cyber threats. The emergence of MDR was in many ways inevitable. And leading the way with the fastest growth rate is MDR.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2022

They often struggle to fill vital security roles such as security analysts, leaving their data and infrastructure vulnerable to attacks at a time when cyber threats are soaring. Log360 provides security context to data to identify security events quickly and accurately. Key Differentiators.

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