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GUEST ESSAY: Preparing for the dire cybersecurity consequences of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

The Last Watchdog

Educate your employees on threats and risks such as phishing and malware. Enforce strong passwords and implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) — by educating users about using a unique password for each account and enforcing higher security for privileged accounts (administrators, root).

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FBI and CISA warn of attacks by Rhysida ransomware gang

Security Affairs

The report is part of the ongoing #StopRansomware effort that disseminates advisories about tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and indicators of compromise (IOCs) associated with ransomware groups. The report includes IOCs and TTPs identified through investigations as recently as September 2023.

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Who Is the Network Access Broker ‘Babam’?

Krebs on Security

More commonly, that access is purchased from a cybercriminal broker who specializes in acquiring remote access credentials — such as usernames and passwords needed to remotely connect to the target’s network. However, none of Babam’s posts on Exploit include any personal information or clues about his identity.

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Q&A: Here’s why VPNs are likely to remain a valuable DIY security tool for consumers, SMBs

The Last Watchdog

For this study, a data breach was defined as an intruder copying or leaking user data such as names, surnames, email addresses, passwords, etc. Researchers could then sort those combinations based on specific data points, such as countries, and perform a statistical analysis of their findings. Essential security tool.

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HackerGPT 2.0 Unveils New AI Cyber Defense Strategies

eSecurity Planet

Sample HackerGPT scanning results Query Functions in HackerGPT HackerGPT provides a range of query functions such as network hacking, mobile hacking, payload creation, attack vector analysis, and vulnerability assessment. It also teaches users about social engineering, phishing , and brute force attacks.

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Phishing, the campaigns that are targeting Italy

Security Affairs

In reality, the form with the counterfeit logos is designed to send in an HTTP POST request the e-mail address, username, and password to a listening server operated by the scammers. Careful analysis reveals typical elements that may indicate that this is a fake site. Education improves awareness” is his slogan.

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16 Remote Access Security Best Practices to Implement

eSecurity Planet

Keys, such as strong passwords, unique codes, or biometric scans, can be given to trusted individuals to access your resources from a distance. Strong passwords, two-factor authentication, firewalls, encryption, and monitoring systems are just a few of the tools and procedures used to maintain security.

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