SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Battling cybersecurity threats can often feel like an uphill struggle. Let's take a closer look at some key cybersecurity strategies for nonprofits to consider. Let's take a closer look at some key cybersecurity strategies for nonprofits to consider.

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

He’d been on the job less than six months, and because of the way his predecessor architected things, the company’s data backups also were encrypted by Zeppelin. “We’ve found someone who can crack the encryption.” Then came the unlikely call from an FBI agent. “Don’t pay,” the agent said.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Your employers might be able to provide you with specific directions on how to handle certain aspects of your cybersecurity. Here are some cybersecurity best practices tips that apply more than ever when it comes to remote workers carrying out their duties securely. Set up firewalls. Keep an eye out for phishing emails.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Phishing scams, malware, ransomware and data breaches are just some of the examples of cyberthreats that can devastate business operations and the protection of consumer information. Here are five notable historical events that influenced cybersecurity assessment and transformed it into what it is today: The Battle of Midway (1942).

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

Cyber criminals may damage, destroy, steal, encrypt, expose, or leak data as well as cause harm to a system. Encrypted threats spiked 167%, ransomware increased 105%, and 5.4 CEOs who say that cybersecurity is the biggest threat to short-term growth have doubled in the past year. The average cost of a breach is $3.6 Ransomware.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

In the age of data, with organizations creating trillions of gigabytes of new information each year, it’s easy to think of cybersecurity as a mere synonym for “data protection.” But cybersecurity is so much more. The cybersecurity stakes are higher than ever and growing by the day. How does cybersecurity protect the tech stack?

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 3, 2023

Malvertising Enters a New Age While Google grapples with the potential threat that ChatGPT poses to its advertising business, cybercriminals are taking advantage of Google Ads to ramp up their phishing attacks on unsuspecting victims. Your firewall had no problems letting the requested HTTPS traffic through.

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Cytelligence

MAY 24, 2023

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).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

From phishing attacks to ransomware attacks, business owners need to be adequately prepared to prevent further damage. . This article discusses top areas in IT where you need to strengthen cybersecurity measures to avoid data breaches and information loss: Networks. Human Resources. Businesses require the input of human resources.

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IT Security Guru

MAY 12, 2024

Cybersecurity threats are very real and if you are in a company that holds a lot of sensitive data whether it is for your employees, clients or customers, businesses must be proactive in implementing robust security measures. Data Encryption Encrypt sensitive data both in transit and at rest.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 6, 2021

Web application firewalls (WAFs) are a critical component for robust application security. At the same time, WAF technology is increasingly a part of more comprehensive security solutions like next-generation firewalls (NGFW), unified threat management (UTM), and more. Best Web Application Firewalls (WAFs). Amazon Web Services.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The DNS protocol was designed for use within a firewall on a secure network, and by default will communicate in plain text. A modern computing environment includes branch offices, remote workers, and mobile devices that must reach DNS servers from outside the firewall.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 11, 2024

These devices exist outside of direct corporate management and provide a ransomware gang with unchecked platforms for encrypting data. How does remote encryption work? How Does Remote Encryption Work? Remote encryption performs ransomware encryption on a device beyond the security solutions monitoring for malicious activity.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 17, 2023

Cybersecurity Ventures predicts by 2031 ransomware will cost victims $265 billion annually, and it will affect a business, consumer, or device every 2 seconds. Cybercriminals hold your data hostage by encrypting it, and threaten to destroy it or publish it, unless a large ransom is paid. What is Ransomware?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 21, 2021

With a VPN like Surfshark to encrypt your online traffic and keep it protected against any security breach, your valuable data isn’t going to get compromised easily anytime soon. Firewalls . Install hardware firewalls for the maximum level of network security. . Protecting your data is very simple. Two-factor authentication .

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Research reveals that 68% of small- to medium-sized businesses have no policy to ensure cybersecurity, perhaps due to a belief that they don’t have anything worth stealing. Because many small business owners are often busy and strapped for time, cybersecurity might not be a top priority. Noisy Cybersecurity Risks for SMBs.

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Hacker Combat

APRIL 21, 2021

Companies all over the globe continue to hasten their digital transformation, and cybersecurity is their recent major concern. The operational, reputational, compliance and legal implications could be substantial if cybersecurity jeopardies are ignored. Hackers grab the opportunity to entice people into phishing malware attacks.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 6, 2022

On top of that, new cybersecurity threats keep popping up constantly. Many people still don’t realize the dangers of phishing, malware, ransomware, unpatched software, and weak passwords. No cybersecurity experts. Cybersecurity is a complex issue that requires comprehensive knowledge. Use a Secure Sockets Layer.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 26, 2023

and Babuk are strains of ransomware that encrypt files on a victim’s machine and demand payment in exchange for decrypting the files. This ransomware is most distributed through phishing attacks where the victim clicks on a link which starts the download process. for targets using Windows OS and Babuk for targets using Linux OS.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 21, 2022

As most of them were blocked by automated firewalls, some made it to the inboxes of employee email IDs, leading them to malicious links and threats thereafter. Meaning, out of the 59,360 suspicious links clicked by the government employees of the UK, about 13k were detected to have led them to file encrypting malware infections.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 5, 2022

As the dust settles following the recently disclosed hack of NewsCorp , important lessons are emerging for the cybersecurity and journalism communities. China has enclosed its national internet servers within what is colloquially called ‘the Great Firewall.’ Related: How China challenged Google in Operation Aurora.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Access control and user awareness Attackers know that your employees are the weakest link in your cybersecurity chain and that the human element is always vulnerable. Network firewalls can provide a more granular view of internal network traffic and alert you to any abnormalities like unusual logins and large data transfers.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Data Encryption Public cloud providers implement strong encryption mechanisms to protect data at rest, and users should enable encryption for data in transit as well. Data encryption in transit guarantees that information stays private while being sent across networks.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Safer Internet Day is a reminder for organizations to train and regularly refresh employee awareness around cybersecurity. With regular headlines of the latest cyber-attack occurring, organizations must focus on cybersecurity and using the internet safely. So why is it vital to train employees on cybersecurity and internet risks?

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Tech Republic Security

JUNE 30, 2023

Get VPN, Firewall and SmartDNS protection in one package! Combining five top-rated security apps, the MonoDefense Security Suite offers complete protection — and lifetime subscriptions are now 62% off. The post Protect Your Data With the MonoDefense Security Suite for $149.99 appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 4, 2023

Xplain hack impacted the Swiss cantonal police and Fedpol Zyxel published guidance for protecting devices from ongoing attacks Kimsuky APT poses as journalists and broadcast writers in its attacks New Linux Ransomware BlackSuit is similar to Royal ransomware CISA adds Progress MOVEit Transfer zero-day to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (..)

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

"Containment is a critical step in incident response, but it's just the beginning of a longer recovery process that often involves data recovery, system repairs, and strengthening cybersecurity measures. Educate employees on cybersecurity: Real estate companies should educate their end-users about cybersecurity threats and best practices.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), National Security Agency (NSA), US Cyber Command, and international partners released a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) to warn that Russia-linked threat actors are using compromised Ubiquiti EdgeRouters (EdgeRouters) to evade detection in cyber operations worldwide.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

They would come for all kinds of data since data like credit card numbers equal directly to money, government or corporate secrets can be sold, and they can encrypt all kinds of critical data for ransom. Understanding these methods is essential for implementing effective cybersecurity measures.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 13, 2022

The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the FBI are warning of Zeppelin ransomware attacks. The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have published a joint advisory to warn of Zeppelin ransomware attacks. ” reads the joint advisory.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 2, 2022

And, like any engine, they need preventative maintenance and careful running to keep them ticking over smoothly—which increasingly means ensuring they have good cybersecurity discipline. Customers with EDR had alerts showing that a Hafnium breach was the initial compromise before encryption occurred but they ignored the alerts.”

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 17, 2023

CISA and ENISA enhance their Cooperation CISA adds Qlik bugs to exploited vulnerabilities catalog Report: 2.6 CISA and ENISA enhance their Cooperation CISA adds Qlik bugs to exploited vulnerabilities catalog Report: 2.6

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Approachable Cyber Threats

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Banks are taking revolutionary approaches to digitize and streamline the customer experience - but these measures could come with a cost without strategic cybersecurity measures. Ransomware is a popular form of malware used by attackers to encrypt victims' files until they pay a ransom so they can restore access again.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Nearly half of EDR tools and organizations are vulnerable to Clop ransomware gang tactics, according to tests by a cybersecurity company. So … the EDR missed an indicator of compromise, and while it may have compensated for it later, the firewall should have stopped inbound/outbound traffic but failed to do so.”

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Centraleyes

MARCH 12, 2024

In cybersecurity, audit management involves assessing the effectiveness of security measures, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Compliance: Objective: Ensure that the organization adheres to relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies governing cybersecurity practices.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 16, 2024

The Evolution of DLP: From Perimeter Defense to Comprehensive Strategy Traditionally, cybersecurity focused on building strong perimeter defenses. Automated classification tags enable the institution to enforce stringent access controls and encryption measures, ensuring the utmost protection for sensitive financial data.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Strong passwords, two-factor authentication, firewalls, encryption, and monitoring systems are just a few of the tools and procedures used to maintain security. Secure Communication Channels: When sending sensitive data outside of the company network, use encrypted communication tools (such as secure email and messaging applications).

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