The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Employee security awareness is the most important defense against data breaches. Related: Leveraging security standards to protect your company. Create security awareness for employees. One of the most important ways to protect against data breaches is to increase employee security awareness.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Surfshark wants to help individual citizens take very direct control of their online privacy and security. Thus, Surfshark has just become the first VPN provider to launch an antivirus solution as part of its all-in-one security bundle Surfshark One.…

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 19, 2020

But one increasingly brazen group of crooks is taking your standard phishing attack to the next level, marketing a voice phishing service that uses a combination of one-on-one phone calls and custom phishing sites to steal VPN credentials from employees. The employee phishing page bofaticket[.]com. Image: urlscan.io. ” SPEAR VISHING.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Conventional thinking is that a VPN is a VPN—a utility technology and a commodity that every company has, and there’s not much to consider. VPNs started to become commonplace back when most applications and data were locally hosted and data centers were internal.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 22, 2021

The most popular options include virtual private network (VPN) or remote desktop protocol (RDP). VPN works by initiating a secure connection over the internet through data encryption. One downside of using a VPN connection involves vulnerability. One downside of using a VPN connection involves vulnerability.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 7, 2023

PV OT: VPN PDQ! The post Contec SolarView: Critical Bug Unpatched After 14 MONTHS appeared first on Security Boulevard. CVSS known since May 2022—but still exploitable on 400+ net-connected OT/ICS/SCADA systems.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 1, 2024

The federal government and cybersecurity teams are warning organizations that threat groups are exploiting multiple flaws in Ivanti’s VPN appliances despite the vendor’s Integrity Checking Tool (ICT) and even after factory resets.

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Webroot

APRIL 3, 2024

Use a VPN to browse privately A virtual private network (VPN) enhances your online privacy and helps keep your identity safe. By encrypting your internet connection and masking your IP address, a good VPN shields your online activities from prying eyes, hackers, and nosy advertisers.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Now that we understand the risks of Public WiFi, let’s find out what we can do to keep ourselves secure on these open networks. Become Security Aware. However, many of us don’t consider the security risks that come with that convenience. True digital security starts with becoming security aware, but what does that mean?

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

According to recent news from India, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs is reportedly asking the Indian government to effectively greenlight a ban on VPN services across the country. VPN apps and tools are readily available online which gives criminals anonymity online. The reason for imposing such a ban?

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 1, 2022

CPR sees the sharing of open VPN. The post Hackers Use Telegram, Signal, Dark Web to Help Iranian Protesters appeared first on Security Boulevard. Protesters against the Iran regime are getting a boost to aid their efforts from hacking groups who are using Telegram, Signal and the dark web to get around government restrictions.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Faulty VPN configurations and sloppy policy design have left many organizations exposed and vulnerable to attack. Simply put, The post How MDR Fills SASE and ZTNA Cybersecurity Gaps appeared first on Security Boulevard. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced most enterprises to change how IT operates.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 30, 2022

My first task was to build out a remote access VPN. The post Confessions of a Network Engineer – Remote Access VPNs appeared first on Security Boulevard. In 2001, I joined a global retailer based in the Pacific Northwest as a network engineer. Little did I know that the.

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Pen Test Partners

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

These are not typically tied to a red team and so the usual stealth is less of a priority, however, security controls are not typically weakened, and so normal threat response processes are left to run their course. My security awareness trainer brain was happy, my phishing brain was sad.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In our increasingly digital world, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, cyber-security awareness has become an indispensable skill. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to create cybersecurity awareness and protect yourself and your digital assets from potential threats.

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Webroot

JUNE 13, 2022

Enable a Virtual Private Network (VPN) : Protect your connection and location from malicious hackers, targeted ads and others who try to spy and track your every move online. Invest in security awareness training : Engaging in real-world simulations will help increase your cyber know-how.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

To help avoid these online risks, it is highly recommended to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs are the baseline cybersecurity tool to safeguard internet-enabled devices and a home network. A VPN provides a secure internet connection, ensuring your browsing data is encrypted for maximum privacy and security.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 28, 2022

Virtual Private Networks – VPNs – remain widely used in enterprise settings. This is so, despite the fact that the fundamental design of a VPN runs diametrically opposed to zero trust security principles.… Don’t expect them to disappear anytime soon.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 27, 2021

Typically, network security stays unnoticed and under the surface unless it’s directly impacting a user (e.g., host firewall or VPN issues impairing video conferences). To achieve this type of unnoticed security, industry professionals focus on building networks with security and user experience in mind from the start.

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Pen Test Partners

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

October 2023’s Cyber Security Awareness Month led to a flurry of blog posts about a new attack called Quishing (QR Code phishing) and how new AI powered email gateways can potentially block these attacks. Consider your VPN solution, many have moved to using M365 authentication to protect this. What’s the attack?

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 24, 2019

In the spirit of National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), my colleague Ashvin Kamaraju wrote about how organizations can use fundamental controls to secure their information technology. Effective digital security doesn’t end at “Secure IT,” however. Building a Robust Security Culture.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Remote access, 5G, and VPN. SASE (Secure Access Service Edge). Security Awareness. The (ISC)² Community Champions will provide an update on these topics and more as they arise throughout the year: Injection attacks. Privacy laws. Supply chain challenges. Zero Trust. IoT, OT and IoMT medical devices. Data Leakage.

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SecureList

JULY 5, 2021

Promptly installing available patches for commercial VPN solutions providing access for remote employees and acting as gateways in your network. Dedicated training courses can help, such as those provided in the Kaspersky Automated Security Awareness Platform. To keep your company protected against ransomware 2.0

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 8, 2021

While employees will still need to access company data at home, it is imperative that this is done securely, with data protection tools and policies put in place and the use of a VPN for secure communication channels.

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Security Affairs

MAY 7, 2021

In this case, a VPN (Virtual Private Network) can be used to create a secure communication network through the Internet, which is by definition not secure. Basically, after an authentication phase, the encapsulated network packets, which travel along a virtual tunnel, are encrypted and decrypted at both ends of the VPN network.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Only use secure networks and avoid using public Wi-Fi networks. Consider installing and using a VPN. Focus on cyber security awareness and training. Regularly provide users with training on information security principles and techniques as well as overall emerging cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities (i.e.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

Only use secure networks and avoid using public Wi-Fi networks. Consider installing and using a VPN. Focus on cyber security awareness and training. Regularly provide users with training on information security principles and techniques as well as overall emerging cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities (i.e.,

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SecureList

APRIL 18, 2022

Promptly install available patches for commercial VPN solutions that provide access for remote employees and act as gateways to your network. Dedicated training courses can help, such as the ones provided on Kaspersky Automated Security Awareness Platform. Make sure you can quickly access your backups in an emergency.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2022

The guys in the SOC discovered that the virus came in via a remote user , had spread over the VPN and then began to look for security flaws,” said Mendoza. That said, he stresses that security can’t take precedence over productivity. Fortunately, the email system escaped the virus. Both factors must be balanced.

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IT Security Guru

APRIL 20, 2023

A security-aware one may have thought, what’s the chance of someone hacking my email vs. me finishing this work by Monday? You can stop data from being sent in the first place (blocking emails to external recipients, disabling USB ports) or protect it by using secure communication channels (VPN, encrypted email).

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SecureList

APRIL 18, 2022

Promptly install available patches for commercial VPN solutions that provide access for remote employees and act as gateways to your network. Dedicated training courses can help, such as the ones provided on Kaspersky Automated Security Awareness Platform. Make sure you can quickly access your backups in an emergency.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 17, 2022

These attackers will use a variety of lures to pull people in, but a lot of the phishing has been centered around updating the VPN for a client or employee, or redirecting users to phishing sites that look a lot like their collaborative platform login page. To register for upcoming SecureWorld Remote Sessions webcasts, visit: [link].

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Cisco Security

OCTOBER 15, 2021

” For some environments, this can unfold as easily as a compromised username and password being used to infiltrate a virtual private network (VPN) to access network resources. Establish and maintain tight internal and external product security awareness and reporting that is consistently monitored and inspected.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

However, public Wi-Fi is not very secure; you shouldn't ever online shop or access important accounts (like banking) while connected to public Wi-Fi. If you must buy a few gifts online while away from your home or work network, use a VPN (virtual private network) or mobile hotspot.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Only use secure networks and avoid using public Wi-Fi networks. Consider installing and using a VPN. Focus on cyber security awareness and training. Regularly provide users with training on information security principles and techniques as well as overall emerging cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

If that's a no-go for whatever reason, a Wi-Fi VPN can do the heavy lifting in terms of traffic encryption. This seems to be the next big thing in enterprise protection against cyberattacks overall, but it doesn't lessen the power of traditional anti-phishing tools and good old security awareness.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

With the rise of remote and hybrid working culture, it’s crucial to ensure that all remote workers use online security tools like a virtual private network ( VPN ). The best way to ensure a healthy cybersecurity culture is to deploy a successful security awareness and training program.

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