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What Should Be The Core Competencies For Cybersecurity For C-Suite

Cyber Info Veritas

A ransomware attack is a form of cyber attack that involves targeting a computer’s operating system by encrypting data into it and then demanding ransom payments in form of cryptocurrency. Such are increasingly becoming common and the WannaCry ransomware attack that happened in May 2017 is a classic example.

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The Hacker Mind Podcast: Tales From A Ransomware Negotiator

ForAllSecure

Say you’re an organization that’s been hit with ransomware. At what point do you need to bring in a ransomware negotiator? Mark Lance, the VP of DFIR and Threat intelligence for GuidePoint Security, provides The Hacker Mind with stories of ransomware cases he’s handled. The same is true with ransomware.

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Cloud Security Fundamentals: Understanding the Basics

eSecurity Planet

10 Fundamentals of Cloud Security 5 Common Cloud Security Challenges 5 Common Cloud Security Solutions Bottom Line: Develop a Strong Cloud Security Fundamental Strategy ICP Plugin - body top3 - Category: Country: US --> How Secure Is the Cloud? Encrypt data: Ensure that data is encrypted at rest and in transit.

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What is Network Security? Definition, Threats & Protections

eSecurity Planet

Encryption will regularly be used to protect the data from interception. In the broadest sense, defense in depth uses: Data security : protects data at rest and in transit such as encryption, database security, message security, etc. What Are the Main Network Security Threats?

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Network Security Architecture: Best Practices & Tools

eSecurity Planet

Next-generation firewalls (NGFWs): Improve the general security of a firewall with advanced packet analysis capabilities to block malware and known-malicious sites. Virtual private networks (VPNs): Secure remote user or branch office access to network resources through encrypted connections to firewalls or server applications.

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