SecureWorld News

JULY 3, 2024

Additionally, compromised credentials due to phishing attacks or weak password management can allow unauthorized individuals to impersonate legitimate users and gain access to sensitive information. Implementing robust encryption and secure communication protocols is crucial to prevent data leaks.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 7, 2022

They earned the highest score among providers named "Customer's Choice" in Gartner's 2022 "Voice of the Customer” Security Awareness Computer-Based Training report. Protect your company computers, laptops and mobile devices with security products all managed via a cloud-based management console. Get started today!

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 24, 2019

In the spirit of National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), my colleague Ashvin Kamaraju wrote about how organizations can use fundamental controls to secure their information technology. Effective digital security doesn’t end at “Secure IT,” however. Building a Robust Security Culture.

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Webroot

APRIL 3, 2024

Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters, and consider using a reputable password manager to securely keep track of them. Make sure your connection is encrypted by looking for the padlock symbol or “https” in the address bar to the left of the website address.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Train your employees in security awareness, so they can recognize phishing attempts and know what they can and can’t do on company-issued hardware. Lock things down Having a strict policy to protect your important assets with strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA) should be a no-brainer.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

consumers' personal information; Employing specific security safeguards with respect to logging and monitoring, access controls, password management, two-factor authentication, file integrity monitoring, firewalls, encryption, risk assessments, penetration testing, intrusion detection, and vendor account management; and.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In our increasingly digital world, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, cyber-security awareness has become an indispensable skill. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to create cybersecurity awareness and protect yourself and your digital assets from potential threats.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

After an unsuspecting victim opens a malicious email or visits an infected site, ransomware begins to encrypt critical files hosted on the victim’s local machine. Website backups should also be encrypted; this way, if the data falls into the hands of criminals, they won’t be able to read and exploit it. The malware does the rest.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Use Strong Passwords and a Password Manager Sadly, less than 40% of all online users use a distinct password for each account, according to the National Cybersecurity Alliance 2023 Oh Behave! In either case – passwords or passwordless passkeys – a password manager is needed ( here’s why ).

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 12, 2024

Sample data classification from Proofpoint’s dashboard Train Employees on Their Roles in Data Security To initiate employee data security training, first examine the organization’s particular risk landscape and regulatory requirements. Encrypt data at rest with encryption algorithms and secure storage techniques.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 22, 2021

Each account should also be protected with a strong password and businesses should provide users with anti-malware and anti-virus software. . More importantly, organizations should deliver frequent and regular security awareness training. Maintain Password Hygiene .

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Use Strong Passwords and a Password Manager Sadly, less than 40% of all online users use a distinct password for each account, according to the National Cybersecurity Alliance 2023 Oh Behave! In either case – passwords or passwordless passkeys – a password manager is needed ( here’s why ).

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 26, 2025

Increased Password Length : The minimum password length will increase to twelve characters unless a system does not support this length, in which case the minimum remains at eight characters. Data Security Thales Data Security solutions are integral to ensuring PCI DSS 4.0 compliance. compliance.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

In addition, few companies can provide access to password management software or VPNs to protect their internet connection and credentials and maintain security on rogue Wi-Fi networks. Statistics also reveal that only 17% of small businesses encrypt their data, which is alarming.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2024

It’s a shared responsibility of the company (network, DBA, security, apps, compliance, and infrastructure teams) and its cloud provider, and it requires regular evaluations and adjustments. . Establish encrypted connections for data transmission. Consult the encryption guidelines. Maximize collaborative platforms.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

A VPN provides a secure internet connection, ensuring your browsing data is encrypted for maximum privacy and security. As a best practice, install VPN software on your home router to secure your internet connection at home, and never connect to a public Wi-Fi connection without a VPN when you’re out and about.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

Data Security & Threat Detection Framework The data security and threat detection framework serves as the foundation for data protection plans, protecting intellectual property, customer data, and employee information. Is data encrypted in transit and at rest?

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Pen Test Partners

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Even the more security-aware people with bolstered Microsoft 365 (M365) configurations are coming up blank as to how their comprehensive MFA policies have been bypassed. Therefore, before repacking the credentials back up in TLS encryption, the proxy server has full sight of them from the victim.

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Responsible Cyber

JULY 13, 2024

Password managers can help generate and store complex passwords. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) : Where available, enable 2FA to add an extra layer of security. Encrypt Sensitive Data : Before uploading sensitive information to the cloud, encrypt it to ensure its confidentiality.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

As cyber security awareness evolves, large-scale breaches including thefts of personal identifiable information (PII) tends to hit the news. Identity and access management (IAM) solutions play a key role in preventing data breaches by securing apps and services at the access point. Password Vault.

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Responsible Cyber

JULY 13, 2024

Consider the following practices: Data Encryption: Encrypt sensitive data both in transit and at rest. Key areas include: Password Management: Using unique, complex passwords for different accounts. Secure Wallet Practices: Understanding the importance of hardware wallets and multi-factor authentication (MFA).

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Security Awareness Training from Advisera Advisera offers lots of tools like books, courses, and guidelines for those who want to know more about compliance standards and become security-aware. Network Security: In this module, you will learn more about how to secure network: firewalls, password managers, and more.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Some use keylogging to capture everything a user types, particularly passwords and credit card details. Others use form grabbing to steal login credentials and payment information by intercepting the data submitted in web forms before it’s encrypted by the browser. Instead, use dedicated password managers.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Some use keylogging to capture everything a user types, particularly passwords and credit card details. Others use form grabbing to steal login credentials and payment information by intercepting the data submitted in web forms before it’s encrypted by the browser. Instead, use dedicated password managers.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 4, 2023

And make no mistake, password authentication is critical technology. It is the bedrock on which security is built. Fail at authentication and it doesn’t matter how “military-grade” your encryption is or if you patch twice a day before flossing, you’re toast.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 10, 2020

One of the most critical questions of work-from-home security is related to employees’ awareness of the main concepts of cybersecurity. Schedule basic security awareness training for your employees. Kaspersky and Area9 Lyceum have prepared a free course to help staff work safely from home.

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