SC Magazine

APRIL 22, 2021

On April 22, cybersecurity training and awareness company KnowBe4 launched an initial public offering, opening up sales of company stock to the public starting at $16 a share (that increased to just over $24 by the closing bell). You can’t send a Bank of America phishing attack in France. A group shot of the KnowBe4 team.

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Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

Small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly at risk of cyber-attacks, and often serve as a launch pad for larger threat campaigns, according to Cisco’s 2018 SMB Cybersecurity Report. The following are security challenges faced by small and medium sized businesses. Security awareness should be ongoing and evolving.

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Webroot

APRIL 13, 2021

All of this malicious activity points to the need for a layered approach to cybersecurity. This includes essential security measures like firewalls, endpoint protection and DNS protection. This is why security awareness training with phishing simulations are increasingly important.

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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 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. Ultimately, if your employees have a security-first mindset and understand the threats, many APTs can be prevented. Encrypt remote connections whenever possible.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

For this reason, cybersecurity should be a top priority, especially for small businesses. Small businesses also face unique challenges in cybersecurity. That means you need to have a plan for responding to attacks that break through even the most secure defenses. Delegating Responsibilities in Your Incident Response Plan.

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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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Webroot

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

In today’s rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, the battle for privacy and security is relentless. While cybersecurity advice is often focused on technology like endpoint protection, firewalls and anti-virus, it’s important to remember that behind every breach is a human.

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Herjavec Group

MAY 19, 2022

No matter how many firewalls or network controls you have in place, the risk of insider threat will always be present. So it should go without saying that enterprise security programs should be built with this in mind ! There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to cybersecurity.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 12, 2024

What is a Security Audit? In cybersecurity, audit management involves assessing the effectiveness of security measures, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Evaluate network security measures, including firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 4, 2021

The report covered a range of cybersecurity issues, including network attacks – which rose by 22 percent over the previous quarter, to almost 5.1 While a strong perimeter defense is still an important part of a layered security approach, strong endpoint protection (EPP) and endpoint detection and response (EDR) is increasingly essential.”.

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NopSec

AUGUST 16, 2022

The CIS Security Controls, published by SANS and the Center for Internet Security (SIS) and formerly known as the SANS 20 Critical Security Controls , are prioritized mitigation steps that your organization can use to improve cybersecurity. They are usually the only way to determine whether the host has been compromised.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 23, 2019

Network Security: Firewall A firewall is your first line of defense or your computer network gatekeepers. Contrary to antivirus software, which requires a very small effort to set up, firewalls usually require special knowledge. A firewall detects all possible exploits in your network and shields them.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 23, 2023

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has updated its #StopRansomware guide to account for the fact that ransomware actors have accelerated their tactics and techniques since the original guide was released in September of 2020. For example, if a new firewall rule is created that allows open traffic (0.0.0.0/0),

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 17, 2022

The editors of eSecurity Planet have been giving advice to enterprise security buyers for more than a decade, and for the last five years we’ve been rating the top enterprise cybersecurity products, compiling roughly 50 lists to date on every product imaginable, from networks to endpoints and out to the cloud and beyond.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 21, 2023

Phishing attacks are a major threat to organizations, they remain a perennial choice of cybercriminals when it comes to hacking their victims. The infographic below outlines the most common types of phishing attacks used against individuals or businesses.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 15, 2021

Information security leaders at these two districts shared their war stories last week at the K-12 Cybersecurity Leadership Symposium, hosted by the K12 Security Information Exchange (K12 SIX) – the first-ever ISAC specifically created with local school districts in mind. Such lessons are vital, considering what’s at stake.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The growing risks leave us with the fact that cybersecurity education is not a matter of choice anymore – it’s a matter of necessity. Also, there is a shortage of cybersecurity skills in the world, which makes it a plentiful field to make a career. The list will save your time and make a choice easier.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 22, 2021

In this case, we speak notably of the concerns over cybersecurity. More importantly, organizations should deliver frequent and regular security awareness training. With training, individuals will be prepared to identify phishing emails and to avoid clicking on unsolicited links. Maintain Password Hygiene .

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SecureWorld News

JULY 13, 2023

This involves implementing multiple security measures to fortify systems against diverse cyber threats. It is essential to recognize that there is no one-size-fits-all solution in cybersecurity. Relying on a solitary security measure is akin to leaving an unlocked door that lures attackers into breaching your system.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 26, 2023

Cybersecurity is more important than ever. Even as your organization hires more security experts and invests in ever-better cybersecurity technology, malware, phishing, and other attacks remain a persistent threat to your organization and the data of your customers. Is cybersecurity spending driving cybercrime?

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Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Now, as we enter Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, IT Decision Makers (ITDMs) have a perfect opportunity to raise awareness and fortify their organisation’s defences. I’ll be focusing on secure web browsing as it’s an important first step. It’s also available in German , French , Spanish and Italian ).

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Spinone

JANUARY 9, 2019

In this article we will discuss how to avoid phishing attacks in G Suite and provide phishing prevention best practices on how companies can enhance G Suite security awareness and protection against phishing scams. What is phishing and what risks are presented by phishing scams?

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

When the internet arrived, the network added a firewall to protect networks and users as they connected to the world wide web. Most network security vendors focus on providing hardware and software solutions to deliver technical controls that use applications to authorize, authenticate, facilitate, protect, and monitor networking traffic.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

In this article we will take a look at major cybersecurity risks and best practices how to reduce or avoid corporate data leakage. In March 2014, hackers used login information leaked by eBay employees to access sensitive user data of 145 million customers , putting these users at risk of identity theft, password theft and phishing risks.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

We’ve been doing our homework, and two things seem to be true about cybersecurity awareness training simultaneously: It can be very effective at protecting businesses from one of the most common security threats they face (the majority, according to the Ponemon Institute). Namely, phishing.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 14, 2021

Mondelez International, maker of such brands as Oreo, Ritz and Sour Patch Kids, is in the midst of rolling out a video-based security awareness and training program. Then Betov’s team tests workers with phishing simulations and assessment questions to see if the lessons are retained. But we’re not there yet.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 14, 2021

Mondelez International, maker of such brands as Oreo, Ritz and Sour Patch Kids, is in the midst of rolling out a video-based security awareness and training program. Then Betov’s team tests workers with phishing simulations and assessment questions to see if the lessons are retained. But we’re not there yet.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Here are our top 4 cybersecurity tips your business can deploy now to get proactive on preventing data breaches , site defacement, DDoS attacks and other threats that put your sites at risk. The first step to implementing a proactive approach to cybersecurity is stopping threats before they spread or cause damage.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Such security audits require various techniques and tools to simulate classic steps of an attack, such as information gathering (reconnaissance), phishing, or privilege escalation. The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) is a nonprofit foundation and an open community dedicated to security awareness.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Today’s columnist, Ryan Noon of Material Security, says we can expect more SolarWinds attacks until we change to an “inside-out” strategy that assumes attackers are already inside the network and security teams set defenses accordingly. Much of cybersecurity works the same way. ecooper99 CreativeCommons Credit: CC BY 2.0.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

This includes protecting diverse technological assets, such as software, hardware, devices, and cloud resources, from potential security flaws like malware, ransomware, theft, phishing assaults, and bots. Are secure protocols and channels utilized consistently across all communications?

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Malwarebytes

MAY 4, 2023

The continued existence of World Password Day is a tell that something has gone badly wrong in cybersecurity. It’s like we asked the janitor to configure the firewall rules and then tried to fix our terrible mistake by having a firewall expert constantly lecture the janitor about not messing up the firewall.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Cybersecurity Ventures estimates that a ransomware attack targets a business every 14 seconds , and that number will fall to 11 seconds by 2021. It’s often spread through phishing emails or malicious websites, exploiting vulnerabilities and security flaws in outdated operating systems. What Is Ransomware?

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Jack Garnsey, Product Manager Security Awareness Training and SafeSend, VIPRE explains that by taking a preventative approach, businesses can take the necessary steps to strengthen their cybersecurity posture. The key is to change the mindset from full reliance on IT, to one where everyone is responsible.

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Herjavec Group

JULY 20, 2021

The team at Herjavec Group is made up of best-in-class, global talent and some of the most highly respected professionals in cybersecurity. From the HG Playbook is a blog series where our diverse, specialized thought leaders will discuss all things cybersecurity. Make Sure Detection and Response Tools will Cover Ransomware.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Cybersecurity has long been mistakenly viewed as an information technology problem that was only the concern of skilled IT staff. The reality is that cybersecurity should be considered as part of core business concerns, strategy, and planning. CEOs should be very concerned about cybersecurity in their organizations.

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