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Brits Slap Wrists of DDoS Kids, via NCA’s Fake Booter Sites

Security Boulevard

UK National Crime Agency nips it in the bud: Aims to scare straight naughty DDoS kiddies. The post Brits Slap Wrists of DDoS Kids, via NCA’s Fake Booter Sites appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Operation PowerOFF: DDoS Sites Denied Service (by US, UK, Europol)

Security Boulevard

Around 50 so-called “booter” DDoS sites have been nuked by international law enforcement. The post Operation PowerOFF: DDoS Sites Denied Service (by US, UK, Europol) appeared first on Security Boulevard. And seven of their alleged administrators have been charged.

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Cybersecurity Research Topics for Beginners: Exploring the Fundamentals

CyberSecurity Insiders

Network Security: Study network protocols, such as TCP/IP, and analyze common network attacks like DDoS, phishing, and man-in-the-middle attacks. Research network security mechanisms, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and virtual private networks (VPNs).

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34 Most Common Types of Network Security Protections

eSecurity Planet

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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‘Total Bollocks’ — No, Your Toothbrush isn’t DDoS’ing

Security Boulevard

The post ‘Total Bollocks’ — No, Your Toothbrush isn’t DDoS’ing appeared first on Security Boulevard. PR FAIL: Were 3 million toothbrushes hacked into a botnet? Or does a Fortinet spokeschild have egg on his face?

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Ukraine Beats Russia in Cyberwarfare — at ‘Unprecedented Scale’

Security Boulevard

The post Ukraine Beats Russia in Cyberwarfare — at ‘Unprecedented Scale’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. Russia is attacking Ukraine with cyberattacks and psyops. But the scale is pathetic and Ukraine is fighting back—hard.

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Types of Malware & Best Malware Protection Practices

eSecurity Planet

Architect a premium network security model like SASE that encompasses SD-WAN , CASB , secure web gateways , ZTNA , FWaaS , and microsegmentation. Always change the default passwords for any IoT devices you install before extended use. Phishing and Social Engineering. How to Defend Against a Backdoor.

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