eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 14, 2023

APIs and third-party services such as Git or GitHub use these tokens for integration, and token theft can allow attackers to gain access to passwords stored in tokens or to code repositories. So far, Microsoft declines to address this issue, so developers should be very cautious with VS Code extensions.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 15, 2024

CyberChef allows you to encode and decode data, hash passwords, analyze traffic, and convert data formats. GAU (GitHub Actions Utilities) provides tools to manage GitHub workflows, automate software development operations, and integrate security testing.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

With the ever-present threat of data breaches, organizations need to adopt best practices to help prevent breaches and to respond to them when they occur to limit any damage. And breaches will occur – because bad guys make a living by figuring out ways to circumvent security best practices.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Admins and security teams must act quickly to protect their VPN networks from these persistent and evolving threats: Deactivate default accounts and passwords connected with your VPN systems to prevent brute-force attacks. In several instances, these incursions culminate in ransomware attacks, wreaking havoc on organizations.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 10, 2021

In September this year, the update happened as the nonprofit Open Web Application Security Project refreshed the content of the OWASP Top 10 2021 website. Presented below is a rundown of the most important points and inferences from the update made in the OWASP Top 10. With more than 600 categories, the number of CWEs is quite hefty.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 6, 2018

In this day and age, we have passwords for everything, including all our sensitive data : email, banking, or any number of online resources that we may access. However, the traditional username and password mechanism is quickly becoming obsolete and even dangerous as a mechanism to rely on for identity verification.

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Security Through Education

JUNE 7, 2023

With sensitive data, like their usernames or passwords, we can now gain access to internal systems. This scenario shows how a malicious attacker could compromise a target and breach security defenses. Then the caller presents themselves as the “savior” to the target’s problem. Perhaps an unknown error with their computer.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

These unlicensed services may not have adequate security measures in place, presenting possible vulnerabilities and raising the risk of data disclosure or loss. This enables organizations to integrate their internal security policies with the provider’s approach, resulting in a more robust and consistent cloud security posture.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Get the Free Cybersecurity Newsletter Strengthen your organization's IT security defenses by keeping up to date on the latest cybersecurity news, solutions, and best practices. Email Address By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

To improve security and prevent unwanted access, best practices include limiting access to authorized users, enforcing strong password restrictions, and utilizing multi-factor authentication (MFA). Secure your storage methods: Encrypt and hash passwords and other authentication data to ensure their security.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 30, 2024

To effectively protect data integrity and prevent threats, these challenges need regular monitoring, strong security measures, and proactive management. Complex Data Tracking An intricate data tracking presents issues since third-party providers host cloud services, complicating monitoring and mandating audit trail log retrieval.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

However, it's imperative to know that attackers are beginning to weaponize social engineering with the help of AI, which could present an even bigger series of challenges. In turn, this has left organizations and individuals far behind in the race to secure defenses appropriately.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 30, 2024

Security tools: Open source penetration testing tools and vulnerability scanners , especially Nmap , provide powerful insight into possible weaknesses. Password breach sites: Free websites such as HaveIBeenPwned and Hudson Rock provide free resources to check for compromised identities and passwords.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

By using the stolen ticket, the attacker bypasses any password authentication required to access a file, application, or system. Initial Theft or Research A threat actor may steal user credentials through phishing, brute force a password, or locate an unpatched vulnerability in a networking device.

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Spinone

MARCH 20, 2019

This is especially true in the world of security. The best security defenses can be totally compromised by a single individual making the wrong decision, either accidentally or knowingly. Password Security The password is the primary authentication mechanism still used in environments today to verify identity.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

With the use of tokens like access tokens and refresh tokens for secure resource access, it presents a more adaptable and versatile token-based method. The user is then presented with a Google Photos login page and asked to grant or deny access. wants to update the website’s programming and security features.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Various forms of AI, such as machine learning (ML) and large language models (LLM), already dominated headlines throughout 2023 and will continue to present both overhyped possibilities and realized potential in 2024. Joe Payne, President & CEO at Code42 expects biometrics to trigger a shift to insider threats. “As

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

dll PDB file The DLL code presents Mozilla/4.0 After any of the three are exploited, the malware outputs the following in the control panel: User name Encrypted password Decrypted password User description in the Credentials table of Veeam: group membership, permissions and so on The malware is not exclusive to the Cuba gang.

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McAfee

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Today, enterprises tend to use multiple layers of security defenses, ranging from perimeter defense on network entry points to host based security solutions deployed at the end user’s machines to counter the ever-increasing threats. Computing resources presented to the adversary in support of active defense.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Multi-tenant cloud environments can present greater security challenges than dedicated private cloud environments, and as with all cloud models, the customer is responsible for a good portion of that security. We’ll take a look at the risks and controls needed to secure multi-tenant cloud environments.

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Zigrin Security

AUGUST 9, 2023

They scan for open ports, guess passwords, and analyze third-party software for weaknesses – using all the latest tools and techniques real hackers would employ. You can then make changes to strengthen firewalls, update software, improve passwords, and monitor for future threats. Think of it as an entertaining security audit!

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Penetration Testing Cyber Attacks Architecture Risk 52

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.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 20, 2024

The authorization can be associated with specific hardware, shared encryption keys, passwords, and more. 6 Benefits of Digital Rights Management When an organization applies digital rights management to an asset, most seek the primary benefit of securing content. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What Is DRM?

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