Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Never buy a device that doesn’t allow you to set a long and strong password. When your phone or computer alerts you to an available software or firmware update, pay attention and do what you’re asked to do immediately (as opposed to clicking “Remind me later”) because many of these patches are security-related.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

The typical username and password for Wi-Fi routers is “admin” for both, but you may need to search online or contact your ISP if that doesn’t work. And while you’re in there, update that password to something a little less hackable, possibly saving the new one in a password manager.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Require all accounts with password logins to meet the required standards for developing and managing password policies: Require multifactor authentication wherever you can—particularly for webmail, VPNs, and critical systems. Store passwords using industry best practice password hashing functions.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Password Policies: Enforce NIST password policy requirements, such as lengthier passwords and the use of password managers. Password suggestions should be disabled, and frequent password changes should be avoided. Patch operating systems, software, and firmware on a regular basis.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 13, 2022

Companies store usernames, passwords, email addresses, printer connections, and other static data within directories. According to specialists , NGINX can run thousands of connections of static content simultaneously and is 2.5 times faster than Apache. Make sure that you sanitize any input before it gets passed to the daemon.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Cybercriminals were able to exploit the default password on thousands of these innocuous devices to carry out this nefarious attack. When not secured properly on their own Wi-Fi channel, IoT devices can be more than an inconvenience, they can be seen as a critical security risk due to the poor security protocols like fixed default passwords.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

If a manufacturer hardcodes a master password within the device’s firmware, the device becomes extremely vulnerable from a security perspective, especially if an attacker is able to locate and download the password to access the device.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Running outdated software/firmware can leave you open to security risks, such as vulnerability exploitation or malware infections. If wanted, you can transcribe it to a password manager or separate E2EE file with another cloud provider. Enter your device passcode. The next screen prompts you to enter your recovery key.

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The Security Ledger

MARCH 13, 2019

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Daniel Miessler

MAY 14, 2020

Use unique, strong passwords, and store them in a password manager. Many people get hacked from having guessable or previously compromised passwords. Good passwords are long, random, and unique to each account, which means it’s impossible for a human to manage them on their own.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

firmware (hard drives, drivers, etc.), However, some patches, particularly for infrastructure, firmware, or less common software may not be automatable. While this eliminates many headaches, it does not scan for misconfigurations and may not support other critical updates such as IT infrastructure (routers, firewalls, etc.),

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Control Inbound and Outbound Traffic: Configuring firewall rules to manage both incoming and outgoing traffic is an important defense against cyber threats, preventing unauthorized access and malicious software from stealing data. Regularly update router firmware to patch vulnerabilities and close potential avenues of attack.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 25, 2023

Phishing attacks: Deceptive techniques, such as fraudulent emails or websites, trick individuals into revealing sensitive information like credit card and payment information, passwords, or login credentials. Remote access trojans (RATs): RATs can be used to remotely gain control of a machine, placing the user’s privacy and security at risk.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Users can establish a symmetric key to share private messages through a secure channel, like a password manager. Symmetric encryption is often used for drive encryption, WiFi encryption, and other use cases where speed performance is paramount and a password can be safely shared.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2023

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. Examples of human error include: Posting written router passwords or sending them over email or Slack.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Policies typically will be written documents that detail the requirements that will be enforced, such as password complexity. Minimum User Access Controls Active Directory: The smallest organizations might only worry about device access, otherwise known as the login credentials (username/password).

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