CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 9, 2021

However, the results also showed that 73% of people do not use a password manager. Since research elsewhere shows that one in every 131 emails has malware , cybersecurity training should ideally educate people about recognizing and reporting it. If employees must use it, relying on a VPN is one option to make it more secure.

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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. Also, small businesses are vulnerable to malware, brute-force attacks, ransomware, and social attacks and may not survive one incident.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Additionally, nonprofits must be aware of the risks posed by inadequate security in third-party services they use, such as fundraising platforms and email services. Financial risks and consequences Various cyberattacks on nonprofits can lead to direct financial losses through stolen funds or ransom demands.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 10, 2023

Executive Summary In February 2023, EclecticIQ researchers identified multiple KamiKakaBot malwares which are very likely used to target government entities in ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) countries. Malware Execution Flow KamiKakaBot is delivered via phishing emails that contain a malicious ISO file as an attachment.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

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. To help avoid these online risks, it is highly recommended to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Think again.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 14, 2021

To protect yourself from this, you have to use a VPN on the Mac every time you want to connect to public hotspots. Use a reliable password to protect the device and all your accounts. Some people have the same passwords on various sites to remember them easily. It will help to protect your device from hacker attacks.

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IT Security Guru

APRIL 26, 2021

The most common security threats to online gamers include: Computer viruses and trojan malware – The likelihood of someone with an internet connection suffering a computer virus is high. Virtual Private Networks (VPN) are an ideal tool to mask sensitive information.

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Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

The reason phishing is an issue here is that it could be a way to propagate crippling malware throughout a population. Here are five things you should do today to decrease the risk of a cyberattack affecting your life or your company directly. Consider using a password manager. Or use a password manager.).

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

For enterprise organizations with a large workforce that must access a wide variety of applications and databases, the risk is exponentially greater. The boom in remote work due to the COVID-19 pandemic has further amplified the need to secure network endpoints , in which finding software to manage passwords plays a big role.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 24, 2024

While the digital landscape offers unprecedented convenience and connectivity, it also presents many risks. This guide explores how to help protect your digital footprint, unpacks its significance, and delves into ways to proactively secure and manage it. Consider employing a password manager to organize and track them securely.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

The Risks to Digital Identities: Attack Vectors. However, while the benefits of the internet are never-ending, it’s also important to understand the risks involved so you can help avoid exposing your sensitive information to untrusted environments. The Risks to Digital Identities: Attack Vectors. Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Risk reduction. Putting data security policies in place can reduce the risk of a costly or damaging data breach. Malware and ransomware. Malware is software designed to access a computer or network, steal data or perform other malicious attacks. Engaged employees.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 27, 2021

With the rise in malware and ransomware and a growing reliance on the internet, antivirus solutions are critical for protecting your data and applications. Protection against sophisticated malware and zero-day attacks. Virtual private network ( VPN ). Password manager. What’s the best antivirus software?

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. This is where a password manager comes in. Not only can it create lengthy and complex passwords, it remembers them all for you. Your password manager can help with this.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The use of non-approved applications, known as ‘shadow IT’ can introduce dangerous points of vulnerability, but good application management practices can ensure that only approved programs are being used with proper oversight from a security professional.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 22, 2021

Each account should also be protected with a strong password and businesses should provide users with anti-malware and anti-virus software. . Protect Yourself against the Risks of Public Wi-Fi . This would prevent bad actors from AirDropping files loaded with malware. .

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Unaware : Password hygiene is a huge problem that puts personal and business data at risk. Many employees are unaware using the same password across multiple personal is a significant security risk. The reason many employees use the same passwords across all work accounts is simple – they can keep track of them all.

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Adam Levin

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Here are 12 New Year Resolutions for a safer and more secure digital you in 2021: Think before you click that email link: 2020 was a record-breaking year for ransomware, malware, and phishing , and many, if not most of these attacks were launched with the click on a link in an email. It’s not worth the risk.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

For enterprise organizations with a large workforce that must access a wide variety of applications and databases, the risk is exponentially greater. The recent boom in remote work due to the Covid-19 pandemic has further amplified the need to secure network endpoints , in which effective password management plays a big role.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 3, 2022

By focusing on this context, we hope that you’ll come away with a stronger understanding about, for instance, why you should use a password manager rather than that you should use a password manager. You never know if what you’ve just received is actually malware in disguise. Do run security updates.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

Vulnerability management is handled not only by cybersecurity and IT teams but by cross-functional teams that understand how assets are used across the organization. From there, these tools send alerts to security teams if and when risks are identified.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Recent research by Positive Technologies looked at the cyber threat landscape during Q2 2021 and found that ransomware attacks reached “stratospheric” levels, accounting for 69% of all malware attacks, a huge jump from 39% in Q2 2020. Detect compromised accounts, insider threats, and malware. EnigmaSoft. File scanning.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Even with enhanced modern anti-malware and threat detection software, cybercriminals know their effectiveness depends on the system’s users. But rather than risk falling behind, the need to respond is too great to ignore. Using weak passwords. Passwords are the front line of cybersecurity defense.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 25, 2022

Because RDP server hosts can access and manage remote devices, including sensitive clients, the threat posed by RDP attacks can’t be overstated. As remote desktop solutions are prevalent among IT and managed service providers (MSP), downstream clients can be at risk, as Kaseya experienced in 2021. Reconnaissance.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Endpoint security software is designed to detect, avert, and eradicate malware on endpoint devices like desktop computers, laptops, network servers, and mobile phones. Key features of endpoint security solutions include: The ability to identify the type of malware attacking an endpoint. Key Differentiators. Key Differentiators.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 8, 2021

Weak credentials are a particularly pressing concern, as many users reuse their device passwords for remote RDP logins. This password recycling could let cybercriminals access your system through credential stuffing or a brute-force attack. Many companies leave password management to their employees. Buffer Overflow.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Better network security monitors for authorized, but inappropriate activities or unusual behavior that may indicate compromise, malware activity, or insider threat. Virtual Private Network (VPN) : For remote access, remote desktop protocol (RDP) no longer can be considered safe.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 7, 2021

Once malware infects a device in an enterprise network, the virus can spread to other computers on the same network and create havoc by stealing passwords or data, spamming your email contacts, corrupting files and even taking over the network as a whole. The EDR solution is enhanced with user behavior risk analytics.

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Duo's Security Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

The latter may be secured in a password manager, yet may also be stored in an open text file or cached in a browser, leaving them vulnerable to endpoint attacks. Passkeys are better than passwords Storage Passwords can be scraped from a text file or extracted from a browser cache. Passkeys excel at multi-device use.

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Identity IQ

MAY 9, 2023

Unfortunately, military personnel and their loved ones are at higher risk of becoming victims of identity theft and other types of fraud. Here are some steps you can take to help protect yourself from identity theft: Use strong, unique passwords for every single account you have. Enable multifactor authentication for online accounts.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2023

Downloadable malware : When clicked, links in emails or extensions on websites immediately download malicious software onto a host machine. Sometimes this malware can laterally move through the network. Have regular conversations about cybersecurity in manager and employee one-on-one meetings.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Websites without a payment form can be still be targeted, or monetised in other ways, so even if your site doesn’t sell anything, it is still at risk. Keep your software up to date with security fixes, and install a modern antivirus solution , a password manager, and a securiity plugin for your browser, like BrowserGuard.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 12, 2022

UEM is an attempt to bring together all of the different endpoint management and protection tools into one integrated console. As such, it encompasses areas such as antivirus , anti-spam, malware protection , ransomware protection , and mobile device protection. Microsoft Endpoint Manager automates and prioritizes tasks.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 10, 2020

According to our telemetry, cybercriminals were actively trying to masquerade their malware as popular messengers and online conference applications that were used by remote workers to replace offline communications. Whereas in the mailshots above, only a username and password were asked for, in later ones, a phone number was also requested.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

The vendor reports show that most attackers want credentials, most malware development is in credential-stealing software, and the market for stolen credentials is booming: Cisco: Found 54% of organizations experienced a cybersecurity incident; and of those incidents, 54% involved phishing and 37% involved credentials stuffing.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 22, 2020

And yet, school districts, now more so than ever, must take proactive steps to mitigate the same privacy and data security risks as any other small- to medium-sized business (SMB.) Says Keeler: “Implementing a robust SSO offering ensures strong authentication, robust password management, as well authorization to the right resources.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 4, 2021

And there are even more specialized products such as DDoS attacks, email databases, and malware. The chances are that the higher prices are linked to the increased risk of obtaining them. The malware installs itself in a system without its owners’ knowledge (or willingness) and then grants hackers almost full power over it.

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