SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Some of the most effective ones you can implement include: Employing employee training and awareness With human error often being the weakest link in any company’s operations, it's vital for nonprofits to educate their staff and volunteers, which includes safe internet practices and recognizing potential threats that exist.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Additionally, consider using a password manager to securely store and manage your passwords. With 2FA enabled, you will need to provide additional verification, such as a unique code sent to your mobile device or email, along with your password to access your account.

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SiteLock

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

As a trusted security partner, it’s important to help educate your customers on today’s ever evolving threat landscape and provide guidance on proactive protection and threat prevention. To combat this, website owners should consider installing a web application firewall (WAF), using malware scanning and removal tools, and a website scanner.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

If you’re not familiar, the federal organization is the Office of Personnel Management, and OPM announced it was compromised in June of 2015, with the attackers possibly having access as early as March 2014. If you’re a site owner, put a web application firewall in place as soon as possible to stem breaches on your site.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

This includes employee education and training by putting the focus on risk management, prevention, and how to stay calm if the worst does happen. Never write down your username and passwords. Use a password manager tool like LastPass, 1password or others. Install a Web Application Firewall on your website.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The first step website owners should take to protect themselves from cybercrime in the coming year is to be proactive about security by taking the following steps: Implement good cyber hygiene practices such as using strong passwords or a password manager.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 22, 2021

In addition, employees would be in a better position to educate their household. . On top of having antivirus software, employees should also ensure that their firewall is enabled and their ‘sharing’ setting is turned off. One of the best ways to address this is by advocating for the use of password managers.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Enable Firewall Protection Your firewall , working as the primary filter, protects your network from both inbound and outgoing threats. Mac and Windows have their own built-in firewalls, and home routers and antivirus subscriptions frequently include them also. Some password managers offer free versions if you need help.

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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. Given that phishing accounts for 90% of data breaches , this simulation must be a part of every company’s security education.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption can also be found incorporated into a variety of network security and cloud security solutions, such as cloud access security brokers (CASB), next-generation firewalls (NGFW), password managers , virtual private networks (VPN), and web application firewalls (WAF).

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

For users familiar with password management and the value of complex passwords, this makes sense. Users can establish a symmetric key to share private messages through a secure channel like a password manager. Read more about educating personnel and stakeholders with Best Cybersecurity Awareness Training.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Free Kaspersky Password Manager Premium. Bank-grade encryption to help keep information like passwords and personal details secure. Password management that stores and manages passwords, credit card information and other credentials. A range of firewall appliances that include ransomware protection.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

As managing vulnerabilities in embedded systems become increasingly crucial to cybersecurity, Maria Markstedter offers her expertise as an independent security researcher and founder of Azeria Labs. Markstedter actively contributes to filling the infosec education gap. Also read: Top Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) Vendors for 2021.

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Duo's Security Blog

MARCH 28, 2023

Advice for upping your password game Chrysta: For the average person still dealing with passwords, at least for the vast majority of the accounts they use on a daily basis, what tools or best practices do you recommend for every individual? And people are like, “Jayson, you just said they write …” No, never write your password down.

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Daniel Miessler

MAY 8, 2020

Most home networks get broken into through either phishing or some random device they have with a bad password. It’s usually a password that was never configured or never changed from the default. Use a password manager to make and store good passwords that are different for every account/device.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

Are access restrictions in place and periodically assessed to efficiently manage user permissions? Are firewalls configured and maintained to prevent unwanted access and data breaches? Encourage strong password practices: Provide tips on how to create complex passwords and use password management tools.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Additional security all organizations should consider for a modest investment include: Active directory security : Guards the password storage and management system against attack for Windows, Azure, and other equivalent identity management systems. 20% of employee time is spent on company networks.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The most popular TV shows among cybercriminals were Stranger Things, The Witcher, Sex Education and Orange Is the New Black. This can be done online and cover essential practices, such as account and password management, email security, endpoint security and web browsing.

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