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The State of Endpoint Security Management in 2022: It’s Worse Than You Suspect

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In other words, not having endpoint security is akin to recklessly using connected devices exposed to various cyber threats. These ignored, forgotten, and un-updated (OS/firmware) connected devices can become vulnerabilities exploited by cybercriminals to gain access to networks and cloud resources. Is endpoint security complex?

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AT&T Alien Labs finds new Golang malware (BotenaGo) targeting millions of routers and IoT devices with more than 30 exploits

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Ax with firmware 1.04b12 and earlier. NETGEAR DGN2200 devices with firmware through 10.0.0.50. Multiple ZyXEL network-attached storage (NAS) devices running firmware version 5.2, Affected products include: NAS326 before firmware V5.21(AAZF.7)C0 7)C0 NAS520 before firmware V5.21(AASZ.3)C0 CVE-2015-2051. v001 / 3.40(ULM.0)b31

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Cybersecurity and its impact on the home

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Firstly, always keep software up to date – firmware included. Being aware of these vulnerabilities and proactively moving against them is crucial in the cyberactive home. Key principles. The principles that will make the home secure are the same that are used in business.

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BotenaGo strikes again – malware source code uploaded to GitHub

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Install security and firmware upgrades from vendors, as soon as possible. Figure 9 shows a command to configure a C&C server for a BotenaGo variant. Recommended actions. Maintain minimal exposure to the Internet on Linux servers and IoT devices and use a properly configured firewall. Conclusion.

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Top 12 Firewall Best Practices to Optimize Network Security

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It also allows for centralized tracking of firewall activity, which simplifies threat detection and response. By establishing several defensive barriers, this layered method improves resistance against a variety of cyber threats. Use a firewall administration tool to centralize control.

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Preparing for IT/OT convergence: Best practices

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They include: • Threat Detection that combines behavioral anomalies with policy-based rules. • Configuration control that tracks all changes to code, OS & firmware regardless. • Configuration control that tracks all changes to code, OS & firmware regardless. Conclusion.

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What is Incident Response? Ultimate Guide + Templates

eSecurity Planet

Also read: How to Create an Incident Response Plan Best Incident Response Tools and Software Top Vulnerability Management Tools ​​23 Common Types of Security Incidents Understanding the dynamic nature of cyber threats is important, as they can manifest a single isolated attack or multiple simultaneous attacks at the same time.