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VulnRecap 2/26/24 – VMWare, Apple, ScreenConnect Face Risks

eSecurity Planet

Organizations must prioritize implementing effective security measures and conducting frequent audits. To secure sensitive data, cybersecurity specialists, software vendors, and end users should encourage collaborative efforts against malicious activities. and the Windows service (VMware Plug-in Service).

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Spear Phishing Prevention: 10 Ways to Protect Your Organization

eSecurity Planet

Spear phishing is a more targeted and effective phishing technique that attempts to exploit specific individuals or groups within an organization. While phishing uses a broader range of tactics, such as mass emailing to random recipients, spear phishing is often well-researched and tailored to high-value targets.

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News alert: AdviserCyber launches to help ‘RIAs’ meet SEC’s cybersecurity infrastructure rules

The Last Watchdog

1, 2023 — AdviserCyber , a cybersecurity service provider for Registered Investment Advisers (RIAs) with $500M to $3B Assets Under Management (AUM) who must comply with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) cybersecurity requirements, announced its formal launch today. Phoenix, Ariz. —

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How Secure Is Cloud Storage? Features, Risks, & Protection

eSecurity Planet

When assessing the overall security of cloud storage and choosing a solution tailored to your business, it helps to determine its features, potential risks, security measures, and other considerations. They cited lower risk, enhanced security, and cost savings as they go through migration.

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5 Steps to Building a Foolproof Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan

SiteLock

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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Why BYOD Is the Favored Ransomware Backdoor

eSecurity Planet

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.

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Healthcare Cyberattacks Lead to Increased Mortality, Lower Patient Care: Ponemon Study

eSecurity Planet

The most common types of attacks were cloud compromise, ransomware, supply chain , and business email compromise (BEC)/ spoofing / phishing. Healthcare organizations have an average of more than 26,000 network-connected devices, yet only 51% of the surveyed organizations include them in their cybersecurity strategy.