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VulnRecap 2/26/24 – VMWare, Apple, ScreenConnect Face Risks

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The fix: System administrators are encouraged to install the Exchange Server 2019 Cumulative Update 14 (CU14), which was issued in February 2024 and enabled NTLM credentials Relay Protection. Despite VMware’s three-year-old deprecation statement, unprotected systems remain at risk.

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CSPM vs CWPP vs CIEM vs CNAPP: What’s the Difference?

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Cloud Workload Protection Platforms (CWPP): Best used for securing specific workloads and applications, with a particular focus on runtime safety and vulnerability management. Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM): Best used to effectively manage cloud resource entitlements, reduce access risks, and maintain compliance.

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Weekly Vulnerability Recap – August 28, 2023 – Windows, Ivanti, Adobe Hit By Flaws

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Some of these attacks are challenging to detect because they look like they could be the behavior of legitimate system administrators. The FBI’s recommended fix for this solution is not a patch but rather the removal of any Barracuda ESG appliances from your business’s security infrastructure.

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Weekly Vulnerability Recap – August 28, 2023 – Windows, Ivanti, Adobe Hit By Flaws

eSecurity Planet

Some of these attacks are challenging to detect because they look like they could be the behavior of legitimate system administrators. The FBI’s recommended fix for this solution is not a patch but rather the removal of any Barracuda ESG appliances from your business’s security infrastructure.

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How to Perform a Vulnerability Scan in 10 Steps

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Vulnerability scans play a vital role in identifying weaknesses within systems and networks, reducing risks, and bolstering an organization’s security defenses. You may also create customized reports that are tailored to your needs, allowing for clear communication of discovered risks within your business.

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Weekly Vulnerability Recap – Sept. 11, 2023 – Android Update Fixes 33 Vulnerabilities

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Security audits and assessments: To find weaknesses in your organization’s systems and procedures, do routine security audits and vulnerability assessments. Vendor and Third-Party Risk Assessment: Conduct risk assessment for suppliers and third parties.

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What Are Firewall Rules? Ultimate Guide & Best Practices

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Deny and alert: Notify systems administrator of potentially malicious traffic. Assessment: The firewall team analyzes the risk and determines the best course of action to balance the business users’ needs with security needs. Deny and log: Record all remaining traffic to be analyzed later.

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