eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Top 7 Public Cloud Security Risks Here are seven of the top public cloud security risks — and steps you can take to prevent them. Data Breaches When unauthorized persons or entities get access to sensitive or secret data stored in the public cloud, a data breach occurs.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

2014 could go down as one of the most significant years in the world of cybersecurity, and malware in particular. It wasn’t just the small window that revealed data breaches at Target, Neiman Marcus, Michaels Craft Stores and potentially dozens of other retailers.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

As cloud computing upends traditional perimeter models of cybersecurity, new cloud security models have emerged, and CWPP was one of the first to appear back in 2010. To avoid intrusions, CWP technologies prioritize encryption, access control, and data monitoring. As a result, attackers may get access to sensitive information.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 29, 2024

For example, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulates personal health information and imposes fines for data breach or data inaccessibility. IRM accounts for HIPAA data by tracking associated repositories, transmissions, and systems, as well as increasing risks with HIPAA fine estimates.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 16, 2024

AI Data Needs Encryption Attackers easily detect and locate unencrypted sensitive information, especially the data Oligo researchers describe as the “models or datasets [that] are the unique, private intellectual property that differentiates a company from its competitors.” You can unsubscribe at any time.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Compromised Identities In IaaS setups, the breach of user credentials or access keys constitutes a substantial concern. If attackers obtain access to valid user identities, they can abuse permissions and get access to resources, possibly resulting in data breaches, unauthorized changes, or service interruptions.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

By limiting employee access to resources that are necessary for their jobs, this strategic approach lowers the likelihood of data breaches. Secure File Sharing and Collaboration Tools: Secure file-sharing platforms are necessary for collaborative work.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Ransomware attacks have become much more dangerous and have evolved beyond basic security defenses and business continuity techniques like next-gen antivirus and backups. The problem is that businesses are not yet aware of double or triple extortion ransomware and how these tactics can affect their data protection strategies.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Even a company with the most sophisticated cybersecurity tools and expert security teams can fall prey to cybercriminals if they overlook one area of vulnerability: their people. Continual reinforcement of cybersecurity concepts and best practices helps you create a culture of cybersecurity in your organization.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Encryption policy enforcement assures protection of data in transit and at rest while also resolving confidentiality concerns and adhering to security best practices. It improves security posture. Identifying and correcting misconfigurations minimizes vulnerability to security flaws, assaults, and data breaches.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Despite all the advances in cybersecurity, email remains the starting point for the vast majority of cyberattacks, as phishing, malware and social engineering remain effective attack techniques. That makes email security software a worthwhile investment for organizations of all sizes. user/month Coro edge: $11.99/user/month

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 30, 2024

Availability & Reliability Cloud storage service outages affect business operations and hinder access to crucial data. Downtime limits incident response, increases the risk of data breaches, and can be used as leverage for DDoS attacks. Regular reviews, enhanced analytics, and incident response methods improve security.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Left unchecked, compromised identities potentially lead to data breaches, service interruptions, or the misuse of computing resources. In addition, PaaS security entails preventing unauthorized access, data breaches, and other cyber dangers to these apps and data.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: The value of cyber hygiene in protecting your business from potential ransomware. The line between our online and offline lives is blurring and in a highly interconnected world, societal well-being, economic prosperity, and national security are impacted by the internet. Thu, 09/30/2021 - 07:58.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

This framework guarantees that appropriate authentication measures, encryption techniques, data retention policies, and backup procedures are in place. Common threats include misconfigurations, cross-site scripting attacks, and data breaches. Security breaches have a lower impact when they are detected and responded to on time.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Top 5 Multi-Tenant Security Risks & Issues While multi-tenancy provides considerable benefits to both cloud providers and customers, it also poses significant security and privacy risks. It is critical to keep software and systems up to date with security fixes.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Penetration testing is a critically important cybersecurity practice, but one that many organizations lack the on-staff skills to do themselves. Detecting and Fixing Vulnerabilities: Penetration testing services assist in identifying security flaws in your systems, applications, and networks.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

It is critical to provide staff with a thorough grasp of cybersecurity risks in order to strengthen the company’s cyber defenses. Stay Updated: Remain informed about the latest cybersecurity threats. Knowledge is your best defense; educate yourself and others about new scams and phishing techniques.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 10, 2023

It simplifies operations by lowering the chance of configuration conflicts and misconfigurations or oversights that could affect security. Without it, overprivileged users may unwittingly undermine network security, resulting in illegal access or data breaches.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

While organizations can invest in sophisticated cybersecurity and threat detection solutions to detect anomalous network and system activity, a socially-engineered conversation between a malicious actor and an untrained employee can easily slip under the radar. How does AI-powered social engineering affect businesses?

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

The 2023 vendor surveys arriving this quarter paint a picture of a cybersecurity landscape under attack, with priority issues affecting deployment, alert response, and exposed vulnerabilities. Most organizations express confidence in their current status and budgets, but also expect to experience at least one data breach in 2024.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

Whether you’re operating a global enterprise network or a small family business, your network’s security needs to be optimized with tools, teams, and processes to protect customer data and valuable business assets. Its use of AI and ML makes it possible for security teams to detect emerging threats like signature-less attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

All cloud (and IT) environments share common security issues and solutions, but for public cloud users, compliance , access control , and proper configuration practices are some of the most important. Also read: What Is Hybrid Cloud Security?

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Organizations should apply encryption solutions that enhance and complement existing cybersecurity solutions and strategies. 3 Advantages of Encryption Encryption plays many roles in protecting data within the IT environment, but all uses provide three key advantages: compliance, confidentiality, and integrity.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 30, 2021

Almost every week we see new examples of highly sophisticated organizations and enterprises falling victim to another nation-state cyberattack or other security breach. Breaches continue to happen at an increasing rate, with more severe consequences.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Apache Superset Security Vulnerabilities Resolved Type of attack: Two vulnerabilities in Apache Superset were disclosed by Horizon3.ai The flaws can expose systems to remote code execution, credential theft, and data breaches. ai researchers and patched by the metadata database project the same day.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 10, 2023

CSPM assists businesses in reducing the risk of data breaches and unauthorized access by identifying possible security risks and vulnerabilities inside cloud infrastructures. To achieve a solid security posture in the cloud, organizations should pick the CSPM solution that best meets their specific objectives and expectations.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Keeping backup storage separate from the original data source reduces the chance of a single point of failure and speeds up remediation operations. Secure Endpoints Endpoint security solutions, such as EDR and multi-factor authentication, prevent illegal access and data breaches by securing endpoints such as devices and user access points.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 29, 2023

Data Privacy Concerns The use of third-party cloud servers for routing network traffic raises concerns about data privacy and compliance. Organizations handling sensitive data might hesitate due to potential exposure to data breaches. This updates a Dec.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

By confirming user identities and implementing access rules, ALGs prevent illegal access and secure sensitive resources. This guarantees that only authorized users may access network resources, lowering the risk of data breaches and illegal activities.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Ensure the security of computational resources, storage, the physical network, virtual network controls, operating systems, applications, and middleware. 4 Key Components of Cloud Security These critical components operate in tandem to provide a strong cybersecurity posture for cloud settings.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

API security protects data and back-end systems while preserving fluid communication between software components through strict protocols and access controls. It is crucial to keep up with the most recent security issues and incorporate any fixes into your development process.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Private clouds are a very good choice for sensitive and regulated data and applications, even as they require high levels of expertise and cost. Ultimately, the core goal of private cloud security is to allow enterprises to reap the benefits of private cloud computing while preserving the integrity and security of their key assets.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 13, 2021

As the demand for robust security defense grows by the day, the market for cybersecurity technology has exploded, as well as the number of available solutions. Here are our picks for the top 20 cybersecurity vendors plus 10 honorable mentions – with the caveat that three of those 30 companies could soon become one.

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Zigrin Security

AUGUST 9, 2023

They’ll have an easier time mimicking real hacker behavior and spotting weaknesses that could lead to data breaches or system takeovers. They’ll scour your systems with a fine-toothed comb, poking and prodding to find any weak spots or faults in your security defenses. So take a deep breath and dive in!

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Once inside, they have the ability to steal data, modify resources, and engage in other nefarious operations. Data Breaches With data dispersed across multiple cloud environments, the risk of illegal access, data leaks, and breaches increases. Read next: CSPM vs CWPP vs CIEM vs CNAPP: What’s the Difference?

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 13, 2022

DLP technology provides a mechanism to help protect against sensitive data loss—and thus could also be something of a mitigating factor when dealing with compliance agencies in the wake of a data breach. More workers in more locations means more sensitive data in more locations – and more potential points of data leakage.

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