The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 4, 2023

What I came away with is that many of the new cloud-centric security frameworks and tools fit as components of proactive security, while familiar legacy solutions, like firewalls and SIEMs, can be categorized as either preventative or reactive security. LW: How does ‘risk-based vulnerability management’ factor in?

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 29, 2022

Show notes for series 2, episode 2 Is your firewall as fast as you think? The post DE:CODED – Firewall speeds and VPN risks appeared first on SE Labs Blog. The post DE:CODED – Firewall speeds and VPN risks appeared first on Security Boulevard. What does XDR mean and how does it work?

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 4, 2024

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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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 29, 2024

Integrated risk management (IRM) is a discipline designed to embed risk considerations for the use of technology throughout an organization. In other words, it links technology spending directly to the value of the resource protected and the associated risks controlled by that technology.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 28, 2023

In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for individuals and organizations alike. Aspiring cybersecurity researchers often wonder where to start and what areas to explore. By focusing on these areas, newcomers can gain a solid foundation and understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.

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Hackology

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In an era of escalating cyber threats, enhancing network security is paramount. This article explores a comprehensive approach to network protection, encompassing network scanning, vulnerability and patch management, user access controls, network segmentation, and employee training.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The dynamic security landscape presents significant challenges for organizations, especially in multi-cloud environments. The key to combating these growing threats is network security automation. Myth 7: Security Orchestration and Security Automation Are Twins (Not Quite.)

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 19, 2021

The post Great Firewall Ready to Unleash ‘Gigantic’ DDoS—so are Other Middleboxes appeared first on Security Boulevard. Researchers have disclosed a nasty new way for bad people to mess up the internet for the rest of us.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Finally, Uncle Sam is compelling companies to take cybersecurity seriously. Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification version 2.0 could take effect as early as May 2023 mandating detailed audits of the cybersecurity practices of any company that hopes to do business with the Department of Defense. Raising the bar.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Firewalls monitor and control incoming and outgoing traffic while also preventing unauthorized access. Examine the rationale behind present rules, considering previous security concerns and revisions. Overlapping rules may impair firewall efficiency or expose flaws that allow attackers to circumvent regulations.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 29, 2022

By no means has the cybersecurity community been blind to the complex security challenges spinning out of digital transformation. A methodical drive has been underway for at least the past decade to affect a transition to a new network security paradigm – one less rooted in the past and better suited for what’s coming next.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 6, 2021

Web application firewalls (WAFs) are a critical component for robust application security. The best ones find the right balance between performance, security effectiveness, and cost. Best Web Application Firewalls (WAFs). Amazon Web Services. Checkpoint. Cloudflare. Microsoft Azure. Signal Sciences. Cloudflare WAF.

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BH Consulting

JUNE 2, 2022

Job Title: (Technical) Cybersecurity Consultant. BH Consulting is an ever-expanding cybersecurity and data protection consulting service – with offices in Dublin, London and New York. M365/Azure/AWS/Backups/Networks etc.). A strong familiarity with web application security vulnerabilities and controls.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 17, 2022

Network security is in dire straits. Security teams must defend an expanding attack surface, skilled IT professionals are scarce and threat actors are having a field day. That said, Managed Security Services Providers – MSSPs — are in a position to gallop to the rescue. Guest expert: Chris Prewitt, CTO, Inversion6.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Packet filtering is a firewall feature that allows or drops data packets based on simple, pre-defined rules regarding IP addresses, ports, or protocols. Once a type of firewall, packet filtering now provides a fundamental feature of nearly all firewalls and some network equipment (routers, smart switches, etc.).

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2022

” Also read: Cybersecurity Employment in 2022: Solving the Skills Gap. How to Choose a Security Certification. Thycotic chief security scientist Joseph Carson told eSecurity Planet that choosing a certification should ultimately be about deciding which skillset or professional direction you want to focus on.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 18, 2022

A foundational approach to cybersecurity empowers CISOs to see abnormalities and block threats before they do damage. Constantly playing catch-up seems to have become the unfortunate norm in the cybersecurity industry. The post A Reactive Cybersecurity Strategy Is No Strategy at All appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 12, 2023

Cybersecurity experts are in high demand as the reliance on digital infrastructure continues to grow. This reliance increases the attack surface of organizations, with large networks requiring constant protection and monitoring. Why are cybersecurity certifications important? universities, and industry leaders like IBM.

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Cisco Security

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Cisco helped the NFL achieve a strong, continuously available and protected Super Bowl enterprise network through a mix of cloud and on-premises security technology, up-to-the-minute threat intelligence, and some of the industry’s most talented cybersecurity professionals. End-to-end visibility and coordinated response.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Wisniewski “Criminals have been known to simply hack into a website that is already configured to use TLS and simply piggyback on their infrastructure,” says Chester Wisniewski, principal research scientist at Sophos, a longstanding supplier of network security systems, based in Oxford, England.

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Cisco Security

JULY 25, 2022

Within this new frontier, cybersecurity has become even more challenging. However, some cybersecurity professionals have stood out, using their unique skills and resourcefulness to protect the integrity of their businesses, and to withstand unpredictable and dynamically changing threats. Blair Anderson. Kevin Brown. Steve Cruse.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 8, 2022

Companies spend a staggering amount of money on cybersecurity products to defend their networks and data from hackers, but a couple of industry pros say that money is wasted if companies don’t change their internal cybersecurity culture. In 2004, the global cybersecurity market was worth just $3.5 trillion by 2025.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 21, 2021

This surge in TLS abuse has shifted the security community’s focus back to a venerable network security tool, the firewall. Since this exposure manifests anywhere data streams into a company’s IT systems, the answer has to involve a firewall. Decryption bottleneck. Can anything blunt the trajectory of TLS abuse?

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

As high-profile data breaches, such as Equifax , continue to dominate headlines, the topic of cybersecurity –or lack thereof–has commanded greater attention. The word ‘cybersecurity’ has become the media’s latest buzzword…and for good reason. Cybersecurity Definition. Different Types of Cybersecurity. Website Security.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 11, 2024

When remote workers connect bring-your-own-device (BYOD) laptops, desktops, tablets, and phones to corporate assets, risk dramatically increases. Ransomware remains just one of many different threats and as security teams eliminate key vectors of attack, adversaries will shift tactics. Which Unmanaged Devices Do Attackers Use?

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Infrastructure as a service security is a concept that assures the safety of organizations’ data, applications, and networks in the cloud. Understanding the risks, advantages, and best practices connected with IaaS security is becoming increasingly important as enterprises shift their infrastructure to the cloud.

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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. Risk Identification and Mitigation Audits uncover potential risks and vulnerabilities, allowing businesses to address and mitigate them proactively.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 23, 2021

BOSTON–( BUSINESS WIRE )– Tufin® (NYSE: TUFN), a company pioneering a policy-centric approach to security and IT operations, today announced that it was recognized as “ Policy Management Solution of the Year ” by the fifth annual CyberSecurity Breakthrough Awards. About CyberSecurity Breakthrough. About Tufin.

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Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In this blog, I’ll be exploring how working with cloud-based security solution providers can unlock success while allowing ITDMs at organisations large and small the ability to protect their operations from unforeseen risks. Traditional models have more fixed infrastructure, making security management more predictable.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Network security architecture is a strategy that provides formal processes to design robust and secure networks. Effective implementation improves data throughput, system reliability, and overall security for any organization.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 28, 2022

This represents a significant shift for such industries which have traditionally relied on isolation via air-gapped networks. Current Security Landscape of Critical Infrastructure Industries. Cybersecurity is relatively still very new within CI sectors, which is traditionally lower down the priority list for many these organizations.

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Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

As technology continues to advance, so do the risks of cyber attacks. It is also important to use firewalls, which help prevent unauthorized access to your network. All it takes is one employee to fall victim to a phishing email or to accidentally download malware, which can put your entire company at risk.

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Cisco Security

MAY 11, 2022

It was just over two years ago that we were together at the RSA Conference in San Francisco promising the next leap in cybersecurity with Cisco’s introduction of SecureX. And soon, the cybersecurity world finally comes together again at two mega-events this year: RSA Conference and Cisco Live 2022. Beyond XDR with Cisco SecureX.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 24, 2024

Firewall rules are preconfigured, logical computing controls that give a firewall instructions for permitting and blocking network traffic. They help IT and security teams manage the traffic that flows to and from their private network.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 18, 2022

As more and more businesses increase the number of their digital assets and incorporate new technology to operate, they turn their attack surface into an intricate network. Securing all the systems that include remote employees’ endpoint devices and multi-cloud environments has been a challenge.

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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. Many of these tools protect resources connected to networks, thus shutting down threats as early as possible.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Major cloud service providers have generally had good security , so cloud users can be pretty confident in the security of their data and applications if they get their part right. Firewalls and Network Security Firewalls serve as a barrier between cloud resources and external networks in a public cloud environment.

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