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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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

For instance, penetration testing simulates potential attacks, allowing you to assess your response capabilities. Implement Data Encryption & Backup Protocols Encrypting sensitive data adds a layer of protection by ensuring that even if data is accessed, it remains unreadable without proper decryption keys.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 18, 2025

Mandatory encryption of all ePHI. Annual security audits, penetration tests, and biannual vulnerability scans. Robust Authentication Offers phishing-resistant MFA options (e.g., Data Protection Encrypts ePHI both at rest and in transit to meet mandatory encryption requirements.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Malicious intent or manipulation: AI chatbots can be exploited to spread misinformation, execute social engineering attacks or launch phishing. Secure communication channels: Ensure all communication channels between the chatbot and users are secure and encrypted, safeguarding sensitive data from potential breaches.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 16, 2024

These attacks often involve encrypting data and demanding a ransom for its decryption. Phishing and Social Engineering : Phishing remains a popular attack method, leveraging emails, fake websites, and social media to deceive users into providing sensitive information.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 17, 2025

This doesn't just apply to the food and beverage industry; every organization undergoing digital transformation should conduct regular penetration tests and thorough third-party vendor reviews to identify vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. You also need a clear and well-practiced incident response plan in place.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 8, 2025

Penetration Testing Frameworks: Frameworks like Metasploit simulate real-world attacks to identify security weaknesses. Encryption Technologies: Encryption protects data confidentiality and integrity, but attackers also use it to conceal malware, establish encrypted communication channels, and secure stolen data.

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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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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 31, 2023

A penetration testing report discloses the vulnerabilities discovered during a penetration test to the client. Penetration test reports deliver the only tangible evidence of the pentest process and must deliver value for a broad range of readers and purposes.

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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. File encryption 2013 – 2015. It emerged in September 2013 and paved the way for hundreds of file-encrypting menaces that have splashed onto the scene ever since.

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Hacker's King

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Whether you are conducting a black-box penetration test or assessing your organization's security posture, SpiderFoot offers a comprehensive solution for both offensive and defensive operations. This feature is particularly useful for detecting phishing sites and other fraudulent activities that attempt to mimic legitimate brands.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 28, 2022

For example, electronic health records (EHRs) give patients remote access to their data, but users may fall for phishing scams. Encrypt Data at All Points. Another crucial step in securing health care data is encrypting it. Many services encrypt data at rest, but it’s also crucial to ensure you do so in transit.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 28, 2023

Network Security: Study network protocols, such as TCP/IP, and analyze common network attacks like DDoS, phishing, and man-in-the-middle attacks. Cryptography: Dive into the world of cryptography, studying symmetric and asymmetric encryption, digital signatures, and cryptographic algorithms.

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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. Implementing strong data encryption 1.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2022

Data encryption. In the cloud era, data encryption is more important than ever. Hackers are constantly finding new ways to access data, and encrypting your data makes it much more difficult for them to do so. There are many different ways to encrypt your data, so you should choose the method that best suits your needs.

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IT Security Guru

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

For starters, regular vulnerability scans and occasional penetration tests can reveal gaps in your security configurations. These include encrypting data at rest and in transit to protect it from unsanctioned access. These audits should assess all aspects of data security, from permissions management to encryption practices.

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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. The attackers implement a double extortion model using the PYSA ransomware to exfiltrate data from victims prior to encrypting their files.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Targeted Phishing and Social Engineering: In some cases, attackers may employ targeted phishing emails or social engineering techniques to gain initial access to a system within the target network. The Metasploit Framework is a Ruby-based, modular penetration testing platform that enables you to write, test, and execute exploit code.

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Google Security

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The certification not only requires chip hardware to resist invasive penetration testing, but also mandates audits of the chip design and manufacturing process itself. And even your device backups to the cloud are end-to-end encrypted using Titan in the cloud. This process took us more than three years to complete.

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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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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Document how security incidents like data breaches, insider threats, phishing attacks, DDoS (distributed denial-of-service), and malware infections will be reported, contained, and reported on. This secure information should be safeguarded in impenetrable servers with valid encryption protocols enabled.

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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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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Byron: The economic impact of phishing, ransomware, business logic hacking, Business Email Compromise (BEC) and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks continues to be devastating. Byron: Phishing, pretexting, SMS toll fraud, baiting and tailgating are among the common tactics used by cybercriminals.

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Penetration Testing

JUNE 9, 2025

This malware is a remote access trojan (RAT)… collects system information using RC4 and RSA encryption… and sends the results back, ” GSC notes. The same C2 server also returns further encrypted commands. Email – Follow-up spear phishing with EGG archives. Persistence achieved by adding a Run registry entry under HKCU.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 7, 2019

Indeed during the group_a, the main observed delivery techniques where about Phishing (rif.T1193) and Valid Accounts (rif.T1078). From group_b to group_d time frame OilRig started a more sophisticated Spear Phishing (rif.T1193) campaigns within malicious attachments as their main threat delivery activity. Delivery Technique Over Time.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Penetration testing and vulnerability scanning should be used to test proper implementation and configuration. Email Security: Many attacks escape network security detection through malicious emails, such as phishing , business email compromise (BEC), and ransomware. Critical resources need additional protection.

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Security Affairs

MAY 7, 2021

For these reasons, this layer can be vulnerable to phishing (scammers can pass themselves off as a legitimate contact trying to steal information) and hijacking (a valid user session is exploited to gain unauthorized access to the system). It also contains standard and native applications such as Telnet, SMTP, FTP. Protocol security.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

Encryption will regularly be used to protect the data from interception. Often auditing will be performed through the review of networking logs, but penetration testing and vulnerability scanning can also be used to check for proper implementation and configuration.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 13, 2025

Encryption Sensitive data must be encrypted, whether in transit or at rest. Saying it Like it Is: Encryption sounds intimidating, but with modern tools, its more accessible than ever. phishing attacks), and their specific roles in protecting sensitive information. Train Your Team Cybersecurity is a team effort.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

The SSL certificate has been released by the “cPanel, Inc“ CA and is valid since 16th August 2018; this encryption certificate is likely related to the previously discussed HTTP 301 redirection due to the common name “ CN=wvpznpgahbtoobu.usa.cc ” found in the Issuer field. Phishing page previously hosted on xtyenvunqaxqzrm.usa.cc .

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Security Affairs

MARCH 18, 2023

” By protecting the code with encryption, the latest LockBit version can avoid the detection of signature-based anti-malware solutions. ransomware include remote desktop protocol (RDP) exploitation, drive-by compromise, phishing campaigns, abuse of valid accounts, and exploitation of public-facing applications.

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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 27, 2025

AI-Enhanced Pentesting Tools: Threat actors are using AI to boost the capabilities of penetration testing (pentesting) tools, allowing them to identify flaws in victim systems faster. This Playbook cuts off an attackers access by terminating hijacked sessions and resetting compromised credentials.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 14, 2021

The result of the command is encrypted (as previously described) and returned to the operator. The same username also exists as an account on RAID Forums, demonstrating an interest in Core Impact, a popular penetration testing software suite: s3crt RAID Forums account.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches. Used active multi-email engagements after effective phishing screenings. Deployed malvertising and SEO poisoning to evade detection tools.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

And this often happens when the hacker, the so-called threat actor, starts encrypting the computer systems. Encrypting computer systems can bring business operations to a standstill, partially because attacks usually occur when the company is least ready to respond e.g., at Christmas, during the summer, and on weekends.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 28, 2023

The LockBit Locker group is known for using a combination of advanced techniques, even phishing, and also social engineering, to gain initial access to a company’s network. Despite not being the true LockBit Locker group, these micro criminals were still able to cause significant damage by encrypting a large number of internal files.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2022

Indeed, the tool can assess vulnerabilities and run penetration tests , while most tools on the market cannot do both. Cobalt Strike – now owned by HelpSystems – provides various packages and tools to detect outdated software, generate malware , test endpoints , or run spear phishing campaigns that maximize success rate.

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