eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

DNS security protects the domain name system (DNS) from attackers seeking to reroute traffic to malicious sites. This article will provide an overview of DNS Security, common attacks, and how to use DNS security to prevent DNS attacks and manipulation. in the DNS cache for more efficient delivery of information to users. . —

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Since I started Malwarebytes 15 years ago the threat landscape has changed. And now the next chapter of our journey begins today. Organizations today must protect against more than malware. But with the rapid increase of attack surfaces, security products have multiplied and become increasingly complex to deploy and manage.

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Jane Frankland

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

As technology advances at speed, it enables just as many opportunities as it introduces threats. Gains come but so do threats and losses. But what more can be done to maximise advancements and minimise cyber threats? His third law, is widely known and states that, “for every action there is an equal and opposing reaction.”

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

This important feature uses header information from established communication connections to improve overall security. An understanding of how stateful inspection works, the key pros and cons, and its use cases provides important insight into how stateful inspection can be used successfully in a security stack.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 15, 2023

Even organizations that think they’re protected against DDoS attacks may be more at risk than they think. It’s understandable that they would want to offload this responsibility to another organization, freeing up their own internal resources. However, there are risks associated with this approach.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 18, 2024

When assessing the overall security of cloud storage and choosing a solution tailored to your business, it helps to determine its features, potential risks, security measures, and other considerations. It excels in remote access, scalability, and security, with distributed storage options and privacy adherence capabilities.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 5, 2024

It aims to prevent unauthorized access, manage data movement, and guard against potential security threats. Featured Partners: Next-Gen Firewall (NGFW) Software Learn more Table of Contents Toggle Free Firewall Policy Template What Are the Components of Firewall Policies?

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Attack surface management (ASM) is a relatively new cybersecurity technology that combines elements of vulnerability management and asset discovery with the automation capabilities of breach and attack simulation (BAS) and applies them to an organization’s entire IT environment, from networks to the cloud.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

As the reality of powerful quantum computers draws closer, concerns about the threat this game-changing technology poses to today’s cryptographic tools and the critical data protected by them have grown. The government will need to prioritize securing the information and capabilities most central to U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 21, 2022

Endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions typically deploy in a standard configuration meant to deliver the least number of false positive alerts in a generic environment. This allows EDR to deploy very quickly, but it also allows for a number of security vulnerabilities. Why Do EDR Vendors Deploy Generic Installs?

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 2, 2022

Protecting the Crown Jewels: The evolution of security strategies and asset protection. The intent of this tradition was to ensure trusted access to and physical security of the Tower, the most secure castle in the land, so that intruders would not be able to gain access. Security Practices and the Queen’s Jubilee.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 27, 2022

Next-generation cyberattacks are often summarized as ransomware, man-in-the-middle, brute-force, phishing, insider, or malware attacks. Each present a unique set of challenges and require equally powerful next-generation cyber security. Anatomy of a Quantum Attack. Thu, 04/28/2022 - 06:15.

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Hackology

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In an era of escalating cyber threats, enhancing network security is paramount. Dive in to understand the intricacies of implementing robust security measures in today’s digital landscape. Network segmentation limits the spread of attacks and allows for different security controls based on data sensitivity.

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Cisco Security

MARCH 23, 2021

In our Threat Trends blog series , we attempt to provide insight into the prevalent trends on the threat landscape. Our goal in giving you the latest info on these trends is that you’ll be better prepared to allocate security resources to where they’re needed most. Part 2: Industry trends. Financial Services.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 30, 2024

Cloud security management is the process of safeguarding cloud data and operations from attacks and vulnerabilities through a set of cloud strategies, tools, and practices. The cloud security manager and the IT team are generally responsible for managing cloud security.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Penetration tests find security vulnerabilities before hackers do and are critical for keeping organizations safe from cyber threats. Penetration test services have become common, with many security companies offering them. You can either create your own pentesting program or hire an outside firm to do it for you.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Threat hunting starts with a pretty paranoid premise: That your network may have already been breached and threat actors may be inside waiting for an opportunity to strike. Threat hunting teams are often composed of analysts from SOC teams or similarly qualified security pros.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 7, 2023

Gain valuable insights into the evolving threat landscape and learn how organizations can fortify their defenses against this emerging Latin American cyber threat. Gain valuable insights into the evolving threat landscape and learn how organizations can fortify their defenses against this emerging Latin American cyber threat.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 15, 2023

A Guide to Key Management as a Service madhav Thu, 06/15/2023 - 11:29 As companies adopt a cloud-first strategy and high-profile breaches hit the headlines, securing sensitive data has become a paramount business concern. The most effective way to ensure data security is through encryption and proper key management.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 11, 2022

By knowing just how big your digital footprint is you’ll be in a better position to guard your business against cyber incursion. . For instance, 49% of businesses report that they are planning to replace their Attack Surface Management (ASM) solution in the next year. . Think of a general who is directing armies in a battle.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Software developers face new threats from malicious code as their tools and processes have proven to be an effective and lucrative threat vector. by securing their devices, keeping programs updated, and following good security practices. Malicious Code: Origins. Early Internet.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Application security is the practice of securing software and data from hackers, whether that application comes from a third party or was developed in house, regardless of where it resides or how it’s accessed. How Does Application Security Work? What Are the Types of Application Security?

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SC Magazine

MARCH 22, 2021

Today’s columnist, Mary Blackowiak of AT&T Cybersecurity, explains what security pros need to know about Gartner’s SASE concept. Gartner introduced Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) to the market in 2019. Since then, it has been a frequent topic of conversation within the networking and security community.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Top ten OWASP resources that improves your application security. Employee cybersecurity training is ranked as one of the top three categories where many companies are increasing security spending. This demand for better training highlights the incredible value offered by OWASP , the Open Web Application Security Project.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 26, 2024

For me, this January is especially significant as it marks the end of my first 90 days as Chief Marketing Officer at Salt Security. I, along with the very talented Matt Quarles, joined the company in October to help lead Salt into its next phase of growth supporting our team and co-founders, Roey Eliyahu and Michael Nicosia, on this journey.

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McAfee

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

The security operations center ( SecOps ) team sits on the front lines of a cybersecurity battlefield. The SecOps team works around the clock with precious and limited resources to monitor enterprise systems, identify and investigate cybersecurity threats, and defend against security breaches.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 30, 2021

tag=Advanced Threat Protection'>Advanced Threat Protection</a> On 19 July, the UK will finally lift the final social distancing measures that were put in place during the pandemic. How can organizations protect themselves against cyber-attacks when they have a hybrid working model? The nature of hybrid working.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Knowing what the future holds can help with being prepared for emerging threats better. Every year, Kaspersky experts prepare forecasts for different industries, helping them to build a strong defense against any cybersecurity threats they might face in the foreseeable future. Another big issue is global semiconductor shortage.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 16, 2021

How application security affects you. Organizations worldwide spent approximately $123 billion (USD) on IT security in 2020. Yet 2021 has been dominated by headlines heralding successful cyber attacks against Colonial Pipeline, JBS Meat packing, Microsoft, and others. Network security equipment. What is going on?

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

cybersecurity and threat response, but some of the more ambitious items will take time to implement, and could face opposition from Congress. Cybersecurity leaders generally responded positively to the plan while acknowledging that the road to implementation will be a long one.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 8, 2021

IT security pros have never faced more threats, whether it’s from the huge increase in remote work or aggressive nation-state sponsored hackers like those involved in the SolarWinds breach. Here are some of the most common IT security vulnerabilities and how to protect against them. Missing data encryption.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Targeted attacks Unknown threat actor targets power generator with DroxiDat and Cobalt Strike Earlier this year, we reported on a new variant of SystemBC called DroxiDat that was deployed against a critical infrastructure target in South Africa. This proxy-capable backdoor was deployed alongside Cobalt Strike beacons.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 20, 2023

Vulnerability scans play a vital role in identifying weaknesses within systems and networks, reducing risks, and bolstering an organization’s security defenses. Step 1: Define the Scope and Objectives It is critical to specify the scope and objectives before beginning a vulnerability screening procedure.

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SiteLock

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Some information security specialists confuse the concepts of WAF and NGFW. Let us start with the abbreviations that define the categories of information security products: WAF stands for Web Application Firewall , NGFW stands for Next Generation Firewall. We have an NGFW, do we need a WAF?" or "Why do we need WAF?"

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Duo's Security Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

It’s easy to look at what appears to be a badly secured situation and say, “Why didn’t they just do X?” But I’d like to show an example of the kinds of constraints that organizations have to work with, and why they may make decisions that you don’t understand from the outside. I’m being vague here.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Malware has been around for nearly 40 years, longer even than the World Wide Web, but ransomware is a different kind of threat, capable of crippling a company and damaging or destroying its critical data. And the threat is growing. There are also free ransomware decryption resources on the internet to help you. Data backup.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 9, 2021

Still, for all of the cloud’s potential benefits, many organizations have accepted more risk than they may fully realize in part because even as their business and technology portfolios have evolved, their security practices have remained mired in the past. DaveMalkoff CreativeCommons CC BY-NC-SA 2.0. Detections tell the story ?.

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