SecureWorld News

APRIL 24, 2023

As the frequency of data breaches surges, it becomes increasingly imperative to guarantee the security and adequate encryption of passwords. In this article, I will provide an overview of password encryption, explaining its essence and modus operandi. What is password encryption? Why is password encryption necessary?

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 19, 2025

CISA adds Fortinet FortiOS flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Codefinger ransomware gang uses compromised AWS keys to encrypt S3 bucket CVE-2024-44243 macOS flaw allows persistent malware installation FBI deleted China-linked PlugX malware from over 4,200 US computers Russia-linked APT UAC-0063 target Kazakhstan in with HATVIBE malware (..)

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 11, 2021

Some people think that VPNs are only useful for doing things like torrenting, accessing geo-locked content, or getting around work/school/government firewalls. As awareness of corporate surveillance and criminal hacking has grown, so have concerns about personal privacy. Also, encrypting and decrypting data takes time.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Under Meredith Whittaker, It’s Out to Prove Surveillance Capitalism Wrong EU investigating Telegram over user numbers Cryptojacking via CVE-2023-22527: Dissecting a Full-Scale Cryptomining Ecosystem Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs – hacking, newsletter)

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Security Affairs

JUNE 13, 2019

Encrypted messaging service Telegram was hit by a major DDoS attack apparently originated from China, likely linked to the ongoing political unrest in Hong Kong. Telegram was used by protesters in Hong Kong to evade surveillance and coordinate their demonstrations against China that would allow extraditions from the country to the mainland.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

CISA adds Microsoft Outlook, Sophos XG Firewall, and other flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Cisco addressed two critical flaws in its Identity Services Engine (ISE) Notorious hacker behind 40+ cyberattacks on strategic organizations arrested Lazarus APT targets crypto wallets using cross-platform JavaScript stealer U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Security Misconfigurations Inadequately designed security settings, such as open ports, lax access restrictions, or misconfigured firewall rules, might expose infrastructure vulnerabilities. Breaking Encryption Encryption is a key security solution for both at-rest and in-transit data protection.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 15, 2022

Web Application and API protection (WAAP) , the next generation of Web Application Firewall (WAF) comes to the rescue. This is simply an extension of the requirement for VLANs, firewalls, RASPs, and WAFs. A Web Application Firewall is an important part of AppSec but there are some limitations with its static rule-based protection.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 20, 2022

US DoJ announced to have shut down the Russian RSOCKS Botnet MaliBot Android Banking Trojan targets Spain and Italy Chinese DriftingCloud APT exploited Sophos Firewall Zero-Day before it was fixed Experts link Hermit spyware to Italian surveillance firm RCS Lab and a front company A Microsoft 365 feature can ransom files on SharePoint and OneDriveCould (..)

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 10, 2023

billion personal records compromised by data breaches in past two years — underscoring need for end‑to‑end encryption Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs – hacking, newsletter) Will Enable Mass Spying Reddit Says Leaked U.S.-U.K.

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Centraleyes

MAY 5, 2025

Implement Controls: Deploy both physical (access control, surveillance) and logical (encryption, firewalls) measures, mapping them directly to identified risks. Implement logical security controls (encryption, firewalls, antivirus solutions). Schedule regular reviews and updates of all policies.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Security Solutions ICS systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks, so security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols, are vital to protect these critical infrastructures from unauthorized access and malicious activities.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

Generally, when you adhere to the cloud security best practices , such as strong authentication, data encryption, and continuous monitoring, the cloud can be extremely safe. Encrypt data: Ensure that data is encrypted at rest and in transit. This is why you need continuous vigilance and risk management.

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Brute-force attacks on services that use SSH, a more advanced protocol that encrypts traffic, can yield similar outcomes. User files were encrypted, with the device’s interface displaying a ransom note demanding payment of 0.03 BTC to recover the data. Less frequently, remote device management services will be shut down.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 14, 2019

In one case, ExtraHop tracked a made-in-China surveillance cam sending UDP traffic logs , every 30 minutes, to a known malicious IP address with ties to China. But ExtraHop noticed that the tool also opening encrypted connections to vendor-owned cloud storage, a major HIPAA violation.

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SecureList

JUNE 3, 2024

The common methods for analyzing an iOS mobile infection are either to examine an encrypted full iOS backup or to analyze the network traffic of the affected device. This RAT allows an attacker to surveil and harvest sensitive data from a target computer. However, both methods are time consuming and require a high level of expertise.

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Pen Test

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Criminals may use hijacked drones for illegal surveillance, smuggling, or even as weapons. Countermeasures: To prevent drone signal hijacking, drone manufacturers and operators can implement encryption and authentication mechanisms for RF communication. It offers strong encryption and is considered secure for most applications.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

This framework guarantees that appropriate authentication measures, encryption techniques, data retention policies, and backup procedures are in place. Is data encrypted in transit and at rest? Are firewalls configured and maintained to prevent unwanted access and data breaches?

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 8, 2024

To improve security against side-channel attacks, securely use indirect branch predictor barrier (IBPB) and enhance the branch prediction unit (BPU) with more complicated tags, encryption, and randomization. July 3, 2024 Threat Actors Exploit MSHTML Flaw to Deploy MerkSpy Surveillance Tool Type of vulnerability: Remote code execution.

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Spinone

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Such policies include cloud access, data management, threat detection, encryption, device management, risk assessment, login control, app security, and many others. firewall-based). Imagine a supermarket with one cashier and a supermarket with many self-checkout machines (and electronic surveillance).

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Responsible Cyber

JULY 13, 2024

Protocol Attacks : These target server resources or intermediate communication equipment like firewalls and load balancers. A subtle mention of Responsible Cyber’s monitoring solution highlights how their advanced system can provide 24/7 surveillance, ensuring your network remains secure against potential DDoS threats.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 18, 2024

This evidence serves multiple purposes, including: Verification of Controls : Auditors rely on evidence to verify the existence and effectiveness of cybersecurity controls, from access management to encryption mechanisms. The audit includes reviewing risk analysis, data access controls, encryption procedures, and physical security controls.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2022

Read more : Best Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) Vendors. Mimecast Email security 2012 Nasdaq: MIME. Kleiner Perkins. Menlo Park-based Kleiner Perkins is a seed, early-stage, and growth VC firm with a long list of successful exits in its 50-year history. NightDragon. Sequoia Investments.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

The course consists of four modules: Hackers Exposed: You will find out methods that stop hackers, block tracking, and prevent government surveillance. Network Security: In this module, you will learn more about how to secure network: firewalls, password managers, and more.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions Bottom Line: Get More Security Online with the Help of a VPN Featured Partners: Cybersecurity Software Learn More Learn More Learn More How Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) Work VPNs create a network within a network by encrypting data and passing it through a “tunnel.”

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Strong segmentation with firewalls and DMZs, securing VPN gateways, and ensuring encrypted traffic with TLS v1.3 The Salt Typhoon group targeted surveillance systems used by the US government to investigate crimes and threats to national security, including activities carried out by nation-state actors.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 11, 2021

And Cloud service providers have made it a point to make their security as robust as possible, relieving businesses of many of the basics they struggle with, such as backups, single sign-on, encryption, firewall configuration, and consistent security updates—you name it.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 21, 2022

One of the most dangerous kinds of malware for businesses, ransomware can slip into a network or device and encrypt sensitive files or lock down the entire device unless the victims pay the hacker a usually-sizable fee to unlock it – and even then, decryption fails most of the time. Your browser’s homepage changing without your permission.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 13, 2025

Uses AES/ECB encryption to receive and return data in encrypted form evading network base detection. Likely used as a fallback shell if the encrypted channel fails or is blocked. It then retrieves an encrypted payload, writes it to a file in / tmp /, marks it executable, and launches it.

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ForAllSecure

MARCH 9, 2021

Gosh, there must be 20 or more villages at DEF CON if you want to learn radio if you want to learn tampering with seals if you want to learn encryption if you want to learn, you name it. Within infosec, where so many challenges that are intangible -- like configuring network or firewalls. It’s either open or it is still locked.

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ForAllSecure

MARCH 10, 2021

Gosh, there must be 20 or more villages at DEF CON if you want to learn radio if you want to learn tampering with seals if you want to learn encryption if you want to learn, you name it. Within infosec, where so many challenges that are intangible -- like configuring network or firewalls. It’s either open or it is still locked.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 5, 2025

Additionally, China dominates the supply of rare-earth minerals used in semiconductors, networking equipment, and encryption hardware. government has already imposed new restrictions on intrusion software, surveillance tools, and AI-driven security technologies, making it harder for companies to collaborate on global cybersecurity research.

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