Firewall, Firmware, Network Security and Passwords

How To Set Up a Firewall in 8 Easy Steps + Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 30, 2024

Setting up a firewall is the first step in securing your network. A successful firewall setup and deployment requires careful design, implementation, and maintenance to effectively improve your network integrity and data security.

Firewall

Firewall Architecture Firmware Risk

How to Perform a Firewall Audit in 11 Steps (+Free Checklist)

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

A firewall audit is a procedure for reviewing and reconfiguring firewalls as needed so they still suit your organization’s security goals. Over time, business network needs, traffic patterns, and application access change. Table of Contents Toggle How Does a Firewall Audit Work?

Firewall

Firewall Firmware Software Risk

SonicWall warns users of “imminent ransomware campaign”

Malwarebytes

JULY 15, 2021

SonicWall has issued an urgent security notice warning users of unpatched End-Of-Life (EOL) SRA & SMA 8.X The exploitation targets a known vulnerability that has been patched in newer versions of SonicWall firmware. The devices that the security notice mentions are running 8.x x versions of the firmware. x firmware.

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How Can I Protect My Company From Cyber-Attacks?

Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

Secure your networks and databases One of the most important steps in protecting your company from cyber attacks is securing your networks and databases. A secure network starts with a strong password policy. Passwords should be complex and changed frequently.

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Half of EDR Tools, Organizations Vulnerable to Clop Ransomware: Researchers

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

So … the EDR missed an indicator of compromise, and while it may have compensated for it later, the firewall should have stopped inbound/outbound traffic but failed to do so.” Endpoint Security: Install and update antivirus software on all hosts. Segment networks to regulate traffic flows and prevent ransomware outbreaks.

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SonicWall warns users to patch critical vulnerability “as soon as possible”

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

SonicWall is a company that specializes in securing networks. It sells a range of Internet appliances primarily directed at content control and network security, including devices providing services for network firewalls, unified threat management (UTM), virtual private networks (VPNs), and anti-spam for email.

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HTML Smuggling Techniques on the Rise: Microsoft

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

HTML smuggling is an evasive technique that uses legitimate HTML5 or JavaScript features to make its way past firewalls and other security technologies. In this way, rather than having to directly maneuver malicious code through a network, the malware instead is built locally, already behind a firewall.

Firewall

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Wireless Security: WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA3 Explained

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 1, 2023

Authentication processes validate identities of individuals and devices that attempt to connect to the network. For example, Wi-Fi protected access (WPA) requires users to provide a password or passphrase to gain access to the network. Device security is also an important part of wireless network security.

Wireless

Wireless Encryption Authentication IoT

The Internet of Things Is Everywhere. Are You Secure?

Security Boulevard

MARCH 18, 2021

The threat landscape for IoT is extremely broad and complex, and it involves both physical device security and network security. Furthermore, to fully secure IoT devices, you need to address both hardware and software. . After all, you can not secure a device if you don’t know it exists.

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Internet Internet IoT Software

10 Network Security Threats Everyone Should Know

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2023

Network security threats weaken the defenses of an enterprise network, endangering proprietary data, critical applications, and the entire IT infrastructure. This guide to major network security threats covers detection methods as well as mitigation strategies for your organization to follow.

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Cloud Security: The Shared Responsibility Model

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Hardware : Access to the bare-metal hardware of the servers, network cards, storage hard drives, fiber optic or Ethernet wiring between servers, and power supplies. Network: The cloud provider ensures security for the networking infrastructure supporting the functioning of the cloud and encrypted interservice communications.

Backups

Backups Firewall Encryption Software

BLEEDINGBIT Bluetooth flaws in TI chips expose enterprises to remote attacks

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

The flaw can only be exploited if the device using the chip has the over-the-air firmware download (OAD) feature enabled. Experts pointed out that all Aruba access points share the same OAD password, which can be obtained by intercepting a legitimate update or by reverse engineering the device. ” continues the post.

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Five takeaways from the Oldsmar water facility attack

SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Unfortunately, as seen at Oldsmar, remote access apps like TeamViewer are often the easiest path for attackers with stolen credentials to infiltrate a network. Integrate OT and IT network security. It appears that almost none of this was done at Oldsmar. Monitor for anomalies in processes and controls.

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Five takeaways from the Oldsmar water facility attack

SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Unfortunately, as seen at Oldsmar, remote access apps like TeamViewer are often the easiest path for attackers with stolen credentials to infiltrate a network. Integrate OT and IT network security. It appears that almost none of this was done at Oldsmar. Monitor for anomalies in processes and controls.

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence Risk Engineering Firmware

Network Protection: How to Secure a Network

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Networks connect devices to each other so that users can access assets such as applications, data, or even other networks such as the internet. Network security protects and monitors the links and the communications within the network using a combination of hardware, software, and enforced policies.

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Firewall Network Security Penetration Testing Encryption

How to Prevent Malware: 15 Best Practices for Malware Prevention

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Enable Firewall Protection Your firewall , working as the primary filter, protects your network from both inbound and outgoing threats. Mac and Windows have their own built-in firewalls, and home routers and antivirus subscriptions frequently include them also. Some password managers offer free versions if you need help.

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Vulnerability Patching: How to Prioritize and Apply Patches

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

For example, the popular Heimdal Security provides patch and asset management for Microsoft and Linux systems for more than 120 third-party applications as well as any application that can support silent installation commands. firmware (hard drives, drivers, etc.), Kubernetes instances, websites, applications, and more.

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Firmware Firewall Passwords Risk

Types of Malware & Best Malware Protection Practices

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Architect a premium network security model like SASE that encompasses SD-WAN , CASB , secure web gateways , ZTNA , FWaaS , and microsegmentation. Network monitoring software can also help determine when a system has become part of a botnet. Good password hygiene is one of the best ways to prevent access to keyloggers.

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What does WiFi stand for?

Malwarebytes

MAY 13, 2021

A VPN wraps your network traffic (including web browsing, email, and other things) in a protective tunnel and makes up for any weaknesses in their encryption. For home WiFi, here are some tips that can help you improve your network security settings: Update your router’s firmware to the latest version to patch any vulnerabilities.

Wireless

Wireless VPN Internet Internet

Kali Linux 2023.3 Release (Internal Infrastructure & Kali Autopilot)

Kali Linux

AUGUST 22, 2023

You start to ask questions: Are the Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and the Web Application Firewall (WAF) detecting malicious activities? Is the Security information and event management (SIEM) ingesting the right logs? But when it comes to the defensive side, how do you know if you have set things up?

Architecture

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2024 State of Cybersecurity: Reports of More Threats & Prioritization Issues

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. 583% increase in Kerberoasting [password hash cracking] attacks. 64% of managers and higher admit to poor password practices.

Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords

VulnRecap 3/4/24 – Ivanti, Ubiquiti, AppLocker Under Attack

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 4, 2024

The fix: To eliminate malware infections, perform a factory reset, upgrade to the latest firmware, change all default usernames and passwords, and adjust firewall rules to block exposure to unwanted remote management services.

IoT

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How To Set Up a Firewall in 8 Easy Steps + Best Practices

How to Perform a Firewall Audit in 11 Steps (+Free Checklist)

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SonicWall warns users of “imminent ransomware campaign”

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How Can I Protect My Company From Cyber-Attacks?

Half of EDR Tools, Organizations Vulnerable to Clop Ransomware: Researchers

SonicWall warns users to patch critical vulnerability “as soon as possible”

HTML Smuggling Techniques on the Rise: Microsoft

Wireless Security: WEP, WPA, WPA2 and WPA3 Explained

The Internet of Things Is Everywhere. Are You Secure?

10 Network Security Threats Everyone Should Know

Cloud Security: The Shared Responsibility Model

BLEEDINGBIT Bluetooth flaws in TI chips expose enterprises to remote attacks

Five takeaways from the Oldsmar water facility attack

Five takeaways from the Oldsmar water facility attack

Network Protection: How to Secure a Network

How to Prevent Malware: 15 Best Practices for Malware Prevention

Vulnerability Patching: How to Prioritize and Apply Patches

Types of Malware & Best Malware Protection Practices

What does WiFi stand for?

Kali Linux 2023.3 Release (Internal Infrastructure & Kali Autopilot)

2024 State of Cybersecurity: Reports of More Threats & Prioritization Issues

VulnRecap 3/4/24 – Ivanti, Ubiquiti, AppLocker Under Attack

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