The Last Watchdog

MARCH 15, 2021

When we look at society today, we can see that we are moving further and further ahead with technology. In fact, there is evidence that technology grows exponentially fast. Since we are quickly putting out large technologies, security risks always come with this. Related: Integrating ‘pen tests’ into firewalls.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Endpoint: Enables access for human users and computer services and commonly includes PCs, laptops, Internet of Things (IoT), and operational technology (OT). Traditionally, this technology implicitly distrusts external traffic and implicitly trusts internal traffic. or segregated as cloud or network attached storage (NAS).

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

Encryption Product Guides Top 10 Full Disk Encryption Software Products 15 Best Encryption Software & Tools Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) Breach and attack simulation (BAS) solutions share some similarities with vulnerability management and penetration testing solutions.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2023

Securing the expanding, sprawling, and sometimes conflicting collection of technologies that make up network security provides constant challenges for security professionals. When the internet arrived, the network added a firewall to protect networks and users as they connected to the world wide web.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Definition, Threats & Protections 10 Network Security Threats Everyone Should Know Overall Network Security Best Practices Best practices for network security directly counter the major threats to the network with specific technologies and controls. These physical controls do not rely upon IT technology and will be assumed to be in place.

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IT Security Guru

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The number of security technologies often results in fragmented data and hinders a comprehensive threat-hunting approach. Understanding Disparate Security Technologies Modern organisations employ a variety of security technologies to safeguard their digital assets. Each solution generates logs and alerts, creating data silos.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 19, 2023

The open source security tool, Nmap, originally focused on port scanning, but a robust community continues to add features and capabilities to make Nmap a formidable penetration testing tool. This article will delve into the power of Nmap, how attackers use Nmap, and alternative penetration testing (pentesting) tools.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Deny-lists (aka: blacklist) : Blocks specific websites or IP addresses by adding them to a list for firewalls to ignore; very difficult to manage at scale. Next generation (NGFW) or web and application firewalls (WAF) : Include DDoS protection within the large number of features and capabilities to protect network traffic.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 28, 2023

Legacy technologies with known vulnerabilities also fall under vulnerability management and, whether formally acknowledged or not, organizations accept the inherent risk of the vulnerable technologies by continuing to use them. Many vulnerabilities, such as legacy tech, cannot be fixed using patches.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Brian Krebs is an independent investigative reporter known for his coverage of technology, malware , data breaches , and cybercrime developments. Longtime network and system administrator Jack Daniel is a technology community activist, mentor, and storyteller. Also read: Top Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) Vendors for 2021.

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Cytelligence

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The NIST Cyber Security Framework The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cyber Security Framework (CSF) has become a widely adopted standard for organizations looking to improve their cybersecurity posture. Implement secure coding practices and web application firewalls (WAFs) to protect against web-based attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 27, 2022

Gartner analyst Pete Shoard advised that being as clear as possible about your needs is key to selecting the right service, noting that offerings can range from managing a single technology to sharing the responsibility for operating a security platform to full outsourcing of security operations. DXC Technology. 11 Leading MSSPs.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Threat hunting is the practice of actively seeking out dangers to cyber security by detecting and eliminating new and emerging threats that are able to evade preventative controls such as firewalls and antivirus software. Finally, remember that the technologies used in threat hunting are not a quick fix. SIEMs vs. UEBAs.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

History of MSSPs As internet service providers (ISPs) and telecommunications companies (telecoms) began offering commercial access to the internet in the late 1990s, they began to also offer firewall appliances and associated managed services. and then monitors the endpoint alerts to respond to detected threats.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 17, 2020

Based in Bengalura, India, Indusface helps its customers defend their applications with a portfolio of services that work in concert with its flagship web application firewall ( WAF ,) a technology that has been around for about 15 years. This can save manhours and help you reduce risk more effectively.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Cloud security consists of all the technologies and processes that ensure an organization’s cloud infrastructure is protected against internal and external cybersecurity threats. What are the results of the provider’s most recent penetration tests? What is cloud security? Understand your shared responsibility model.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

However, before we dig into the technologies, let’s first examine why we need them. Industries with very expensive operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, such as healthcare or industrial manufacturing, can be especially vulnerable. The Scope of the Unfixable Device Problem. Network segmentation.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 29, 2024

Integrated risk management (IRM) is a discipline designed to embed risk considerations for the use of technology throughout an organization. In other words, it links technology spending directly to the value of the resource protected and the associated risks controlled by that technology.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 17, 2022

It can certainly be said that advances in technology have had a huge impact on cybersecurity in recent years. It was once the case that cybersecurity technology consisted of little more than a firewall and antivirus software. With technology like this, there's no real need for human input at all.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

The technologies for secure remote access can range from VPNs and multi-factor authentication to more advanced access and zero trust controls. 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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Herjavec Group

MAY 19, 2022

No matter how many firewalls or network controls you have in place, the risk of insider threat will always be present. Conduct regular network penetration tests to identify flaws and vulnerabilities in your corporate networks. Implement the right tools, processes, and technology – based on the needs of your organization.

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BH Consulting

JUNE 2, 2022

Providing comprehensive, client specific cybersecurity testing services, such as but not limited to penetration testing services, vulnerability analysis, phishing campaigns and red teaming exercises. Nice to Haves (Preferred Qualifications): Technical experience in a technology or engineering organisation.

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NopSec

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

This can be done any number of ways – from a user forgetting to update a firewall or a misconfigured pathway. We’ll escort you on this journey, showing you how to combine the three key components – people, process and technology – to keep advancing your level of cybersecurity sophistication.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Virtual patching bypasses the complex and time-consuming process of developing and deploying patches by using rules, mitigations and protective steps, often at the IPS or firewall level, to shore up networks to prevent attackers or malware from accessing these vulnerabilities. Proactive identification approaches are recommended.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

For instance, they might want to test new signatures published by their firewall vendor, before pushing it out, to make sure there are no regression issues. DeSanto: We started asking ourselves, ‘What if you can take that same level of quality and testing, and do that within the live network? LW: Engagements?

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

This penetration testing can generate a payload and, above all, emulate incoming connections with the infected machine once the hacker is in. Even if there’s a firewall enabled, it won’t block outgoing TCP connections. You should also perform penetration tests and patch vulnerabilities regularly.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2023

To protect your business’s network from internet threats, implement the following: A next-generation firewall (NGFW) : Installing a firewall between the public internet and your organization’s private network helps filter some initial malicious traffic. Endpoint protection on all devices. This includes IoT devices.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2022

Read more : Top Web Application Firewall (WAF) Solutions. Sonar’s technology is available as a self-managed (SonarQube) or SaaS-based (SonarCloud) solution, and clients can choose between Developer, Enterprise, and Data Center plans. Read more : Best Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) Vendors. Invicti Security. Sonar Features.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Additionally, we'll highlight modern GRC technologies that offer a clear picture of your organization's overall cyber risk and compliance standing. Regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments can be helpful, too. Once risks are identified, the next step is gauging their potential impact.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 21, 2021

Vulnerability scanning should not be confused with penetration testing , which is about exploiting vulnerabilities rather than indicating where potential vulnerabilities may lie. It can be used in conjunction with penetration testing tools, providing them with areas to target and potential weaknesses to exploit.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 11, 2021

Among the findings are nine vulnerabilities that operate as “network pivots,” where attackers targeted VPNs, firewalls and other internet-facing technologies to gain initial access. Meanwhile, venture capital firms are increasingly investing in startups that offer security-minded alternatives to VPNs and other technologies.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Enforce enterprise-grade antivirus, firewalls, and internet security software across all connected devices. Utilize VPNs and encryption technologies Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and encryption provide the core protections for remote employees to securely access internal systems and transmit sensitive data wherever they are working.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 12, 2023

Testing must be performed to verify that resources have been installed, configured, integrated, and secured without error or gap in security. Active Vulnerability Detection Vulnerability scans and penetration testing will be performed [quarterly] and after significant changes to resources to test for unknown vulnerabilities.

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PCI perspectives

AUGUST 31, 2022

Recently, our organization teamed up with the Consumer Technology Association to issue a joint bulletin on a very important topic, security surrounding the Internet of Things, or IoT.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 18, 2024

Continuous Improvement: Evidence gathered during audits provides a basis for continuous improvement, allowing organizations to adapt cybersecurity practices to emerging threats and technologies. The process thoroughly examines firewall configurations, cardholder data protection measures, and security awareness training records.

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Herjavec Group

MARCH 24, 2022

Internet-facing architecture that is being ASV scanned has grown more complex over the last years with the implementation of HTTPS load balancers, web application firewalls, deep packet inspection capable intrusion detection/prevention (IDS/IPS) systems, and next-gen firewalls.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 5, 2021

Breach and attack simulation (BAS) is a relatively new IT security technology that can automatically spot vulnerabilities in an organization’s cyber defenses, akin to continuous, automated penetration testing. DXC Technology. DXC Technology. SafeBreach holds multiple patents and awards for their BAS technology.

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