eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Keys, such as strong passwords, unique codes, or biometric scans, can be given to trusted individuals to access your resources from a distance. Strong passwords, two-factor authentication, firewalls, encryption, and monitoring systems are just a few of the tools and procedures used to maintain security.

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NetSpi Executives

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Use Strong Passwords and a Password Manager In 2022, threat actors leaked more than 721 million passwords. Among the passwords exposed, 72 percent of users were found to be still using already-compromised passwords. Turn on Multifactor Authentication Even strong, secure passwords can be exposed by attackers.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 22, 2023

If you can mandate strong password policies and multi-factor authentication (MFA) for systems and data, you'll work wonders in preserving valuable data in transit. This secure information should be safeguarded in impenetrable servers with valid encryption protocols enabled.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 4, 2022

They are often unaware of the risks they take on, which can include hacking, fraud, phishing, and more. To protect against these attacks, businesses need to implement a wide range of strong API security measures such as authentication, authorization, encryption, and vulnerability scanning. Related: Using employees as human sensors.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Although phishing scams have been around about as long as the internet, hackers like OnePercent Group still rely on social engineering to fool high level members of corporate organizations. In fact, a recent survey indicated that over 60% of executives cited phishing and ransomware as their top concerns. OnePercent Group attacks.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 18, 2023

ransomware, then a password argument is mandatory during the execution of the ransomware.” ” By protecting the code with encryption, the latest LockBit version can avoid the detection of signature-based anti-malware solutions. Initial attack vectors used by affiliates deploying LockBit 3.0 ” continues the report.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 17, 2021

According to the experts, the first infections were observed in late 2019, victims reported their files were encrypted by a strain of malware. locked to the filename of the encrypted files. Once compromised the target network, attackers attempt to exfiltrate the company’s accounts and passwords database.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Although most people think of ransomware as a dodgy application that encrypts data and holds it for ransom, the concept is much more heterogeneous than that. The Archiveus Trojan from 2006 was the first one to use RSA cipher, but it was reminiscent of a proof of concept and used a static 30-digit decryption password that was shortly cracked.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

A report reveals various cyber-attacks that often target small businesses, such as malware, phishing, data breaches, and ransomware attacks. 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.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 12, 2024

Potential threats: Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing to evaluate potential threats and weaknesses. Customize training materials to address these specific concerns, including data handling protocols, password management , and phishing attempt identification.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 17, 2024

RBI solutions typically allow the configuration of file upload and download profiles, restricting the types of files that can be submitted or retrieved from websites based on multiple factors such as file extension, size, entropy/encryption of data, signatures, site reputation, and more. This can be due to encryption or even size.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 8, 2022

ForrmBook is capable of key logging and capturing browser or email client passwords, but its developers continue to update the malware to exploit the latest Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVS), such as CVE-2021-40444 Microsoft MSHTML Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. AZORult's developers are constantly updating its capabilities.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 14, 2021

If that’s the case, the username, password, user’s IP address and current timestamp are stored in a file at C:WindowsTempaf397ef28e484961ba48646a5d38cf54.db.ses. The result of the command is encrypted (as previously described) and returned to the operator.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

It is important that your VPN should use multi-factor authentication (MFA) rather than just usernames and passwords. Additionally, if you are only using a basic VPN, it can be sensible to upgrade your encryption to a Layer Two Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) , which offers better protection for businesses wanting to keep data secure.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 23, 2023

Implement phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all services, particularly for email, VPNs, and accounts that access critical systems. Consider employing password-less MFA that replace passwords with two or more verification factors (e.g., Cobalt Strike is a commercial penetration testing software suite.

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Zigrin Security

JUNE 28, 2023

password and confirm_password: The desired password and its confirmation. To do these, reflected XSS vulnerabilities can be used to create realistic-looking phishing pages that trick users into disclosing their sensitive information. value="([^"]+)"/g; t = r.exec(d)[1]; r = /_csrfToken.*?value="([^"]+)"/g;

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

Encryption and the development of cryptography have been a cornerstone of IT security for decades and remain critical for data protection against evolving threats. While cryptology is thousands of years old, modern cryptography took off in the 1970s with the help of the Diffie-Hellman-Merkle and RSA encryption algorithms.

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ForAllSecure

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Starting with penetration testing, ending up with incident response and forensics, so pretty much everything that is important for various customers all around the world. In my character, I like to research things, so basically I started with penetration testing, and I still do that. So what led Paula into forensics?

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SecureList

MAY 8, 2024

It utilizes customizable attack vectors, including deceptive tactics like a fake Windows Update screen displayed to mask the file encryption process, and employs security measures for testing purposes, such as checking for “Vaccine.txt” before executing.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 30, 2024

This betrays a lack of preparation for disaster recovery and ineffective penetration testing of systems. Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin: Experienced an attack that failed encryption but still stole the data of 530,000 individuals. Ascension might try to blame financial troubles for lack of preparation.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

We will group these technical controls into: User Access Controls Asset Discovery Controls Traffic Monitoring Controls Resilience, Maintenance & Testing Controls These tools rely heavily on the effective determination of administrative controls that define and determine the policies that will be implemented through the technical controls.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 27, 2020

In this case, there are third-party software solutions that provide automated vulnerability scanning including the following software solutions: Qualys Nessus Metasploit BurpSuite Amazon Inspector Nmap There are also third-party companies that provide penetration testing services.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

In this simple environment network security followed a simple protocol: Authenticate the user : using a computer login (username + password) Check the user’s permissions: using Active Directory or a similar Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) Enable communication with authorized network resources (servers, printers, etc.)

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Social engineering attacks , including phishing, spam, and viruses introduced via clickable links within e-mail affected 80% of the banking institutions in 2016. VoIP phishing and impersonation also victimized millions of corporate employees across the world , contributing to an even greater cyber threat.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Normally account take overs are due to insecure passwords or recovery options, this is definitely something different. Through tenures at Citrix, HP, and Bugcrowd, Jason Haddix offers his expertise in the areas of penetration testing , web application testing, static analysis, and more. Eugene Kaspersky | @e_kaspersky.

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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? Determine which threats and vulnerabilities affect your firm and its SaaS apps.

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Google Security

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Your protection, built into Pixel Your digital life and most sensitive information lives on your phone: financial information, passwords, personal data, photos – you name it. Tensor’s built-in security core works with our Titan M2 security chip to keep your personal information, PINs and passwords safe. The benefit for consumers?

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Here are just some of the types of cybercrime that could jeopardize the safety of digital media assets: External attacks : Cybercriminals may attempt to breach company networks or systems to steal sensitive assets through phishing emails, brute force, or DDoS attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Penetration testing and breach and attack simulations can also be used to actively locate vulnerabilities. Attackers constantly send phishing emails, publish fake websites, or push fake browser alerts that contain software updates laden with malware. firmware (hard drives, drivers, etc.), How to Find Patches.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Researcher discovered that global B2B CRM provider Really Simple Systems exposed online a non-password-protected database with million records. Cybersecurity Researcher, Jeremiah Fowler, discovered and reported to vpnMentor about a non-password protected database that contained over 3 million records.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 27, 2024

terminal services, virtual private networks (VPNs), and remote desktops—often use weak passwords and do not require MFA. Attackers guess the passwords easily, find them in open source code repositories, or collect them via phishing. Administrators who access IT management interfaces—e.g., How do attackers deploy ransomware?

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 11, 2022

From bank transfer cons to CEO fraud to elaborate phishing and spear phishing campaigns, cyber criminals have been quick to use deception as a major means of infiltrating networks and systems, and for remaining undetected while inside. Illusive has been attacked by more than 140 red teams and has never lost a penetration test.

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Cytelligence

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

Phishing: Phishing is a type of social engineering attack where cybercriminals trick people into giving away sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details. It includes various security measures such as access control, encryption, and backups. It includes viruses, worms, and Trojans.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 10, 2021

“When an attacker gains access to surveillance cameras, the amount of knowledge which stands to be gained could be vast and poses a very real physical security threat,” said James Smith, principal security consultant and head of penetration testing at Bridewell Consulting.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

These controls include: Active Directory (AD): Manages users, groups, and passwords as a fundamental access control for an organization and the basis for most other security tools. Virtual private networks (VPNs): Secure remote user or branch office access to network resources through encrypted connections to firewalls or server applications.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Today’s columnist, David Trepp of BPM LLP, says detailed pen tests will show how systems can handle future attacks on email and other critical systems. Here’s how organizations can get the most out of pen tests: Understand how well email safeguards work. Can password hashes be intercepted and relayed or passed?

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2023

Email-based phishing attacks : These can include both of the above attacks and typically target employees through their business email accounts. Even failing to change a router’s default passwords is a misconfiguration, and a mistake like that allows a hacker to more easily access the router’s controls and change network settings.

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