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IaaS Security: Top 8 Issues & Prevention Best Practices

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Whether you’re a seasoned cloud expert or just starting out, understanding IaaS security is critical for a resilient and secure cloud architecture. What Is Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Security? Firewalls Firewalls play an essential role in enhancing the security of your system.

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16 Remote Access Security Best Practices to Implement

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Remote access security acts as something of a virtual barrier, preventing unauthorized access to data and assets beyond the traditional network perimeter. The technologies for secure remote access can range from VPNs and multi-factor authentication to more advanced access and zero trust controls.

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What is a Managed Security Service Provider? MSSPs Explained

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History of MSSPs As internet service providers (ISPs) and telecommunications companies (telecoms) began offering commercial access to the internet in the late 1990s, they began to also offer firewall appliances and associated managed services. and then monitors the endpoint alerts to respond to detected threats.

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What Is a Host-Based Firewall? Definition & When to Use

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A host-based firewall is installed directly on individual networked devices to filter network traffic on a single device by inspecting both incoming and outgoing data. Its goal is to establish a uniform security posture throughout the network and improve endpoint security by creating a protective barrier at the individual computer level.

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Public Cloud Security Explained: Everything You Need to Know

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These safeguards, when combined with adherence to security best practices and standards, establish a strong security architecture for public cloud environments. Cloud services often provide strong encryption technologies to protect stored data. Classify data and apply relevant security rules based on sensitivity.

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Hidden Biases in Cybersecurity Reviews – And How to Use Them

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Technology reviews can be a temptingly easy way to gain insight into the often impenetrable world of enterprise cybersecurity products, but you need to know how to use them. To help, we’ll cover the pros, built-in biases, and suitability of each type of technology review and how to use each review type as a buyer.

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What Is Data Loss Prevention (DLP)? Definition & Best Practices

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DLP integrates procedures, technology, and people to effectively detect and prevent sensitive data leaks. Additionally, educating stakeholders and conducting regular security testing enhance overall data protection while reducing the likelihood of breaches. The 10 steps outlined below show how data loss prevention works.