Hunton Privacy

JULY 12, 2021

With respect to ransomware prevention, the Department expects regulated companies to implement the following controls whenever possible: Email filtering and anti-phishing training for employees, including regular exercises and blocking malicious attachments and links; Vulnerability and patch management, including a documented program to identify, assess, (..)

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Data Matters

JANUARY 28, 2022

The advisory was promptly endorsed by the National Cyber Security Centre, a division of Government Communications Headquarters (“GCHQ”), a UK intelligence agency. Require multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all users. Create, Maintain, and Exercise a Cyber Incident Response, Resilience, and Continuity of Operations Plan.

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Imperial Violet

AUGUST 9, 2019

Most readers of this blog will be familiar with the traditional security key user experience: you register a token with a site then, when logging in, you enter a username and password as normal but are also required to press a security key in order for it to sign a challenge from the website. But those Yubikeys certainly do.

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Data Protection Report

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

These directives, which the White House presents as constituting the most significant action any government has taken to address AI safety, security and trust, cover a variety of issues for private and public entities domestically and internationally. Promoting safe development of AI abroad to mitigate dangers to critical infrastructure.

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Security Affairs

MAY 28, 2022

According to Reuters, at least victims of the leak confirmed the authenticity of the messages and revealed they were targeted by Russia-linked hackers. “Dearlove said that the emails captured a “legitimate lobbying exercise which, seen through this antagonistic optic, is now subject to distortion.””

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Hunton Privacy

MARCH 20, 2020

On March 19, 2020, the Irish Data Protection Authority (the “DPC”) published guidance to assist organizations in understanding their data security obligations and to mitigate their risks of a personal data breach when using cloud-based services (the “Guidance”). Implementing User Access Control and Authentication Measures.

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Security Affairs

MAY 12, 2022

. “The CSA—created in response to reports of increased activity against MSPs and their customers—provides specific guidance for both MSPs and customers aimed at enabling transparent discussions on securing sensitive data.” Improve security of vulnerable devices. Enforce multifactor authentication (MFA).

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AIIM

APRIL 16, 2020

But, as you start your social distancing/remote working, there are certain strict and important practices that every organization will have to exercise. Are you ready to learn the best security practices for remote working that can be used both by organizations and employees for maintaining ethics and productivity? Let’s get started!

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Data Matters

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

The stolen information allegedly included names and identifying information, hashed passwords, security questions and answers, family information, Social Security numbers, lab results, health insurance information, doctor’s names, and medical conditions, among other things.

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ForAllSecure

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

In the rush to comply with various standards, such as addressing the OWASP Top 10 API , companies are looking at API security with renewed interest. Some organizations have begun using Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) to protect their APIs, but this isn’t a true solution to API security. Are WAFs Enough for API Security?

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 11, 2022

However, starting with a strong security foundation goes a long way. A security program built on a strong foundation will be strong, a security program built on a shaky foundation will be shaky. The use of multi-factor authentication (MFA) that is not easily socially engineered is critical.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 23, 2023

However, simple actions like adopting multi-factor authentication (MFA) or encrypting sensitive data everywhere should be exercised throughout the year and not just during that month. A Very Human Problem When tackling these security challenges, the human element is the most important factor.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 29, 2022

The threat-hunting exercise led to some general findings on risk exposure: The United States has the highest exposure count by far (65%), followed by China (14%) and Germany (9%) The top ports in use are 443, 10250, and 6443. Also read: Top Container Security Solutions for 2022. Kubernetes Security Risks.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the FBI warn critical infrastructure partners of ransomware attacks during the holiday season. Implement multi-factor authentication for remote access and administrative accounts. Mandate strong passwords and ensure they are not reused across multiple accounts.

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Hunton Privacy

MAY 13, 2021

Security safeguards. Building owners would be required to implement security measures to protect tenants’ data and the data of any other users of the smart access system ( e. Building owners would be required to destroy certain data, such as “authentication data,” no later than 90 days after collection. building guests).

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Just a couple of months after that, World Rugby itself announced that one of its training websites had suffered a security breach that exposed subscribers’ account information. That’s why it announced it would pursue two measures designed to strengthen its national digital security posture ahead of these sporting events.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 5, 2021

.” The German cybersecurity authority also urges organizations to implement preventive measures and increase the level of security to prevent Emotent and other malware infections. Implement multi-factor authentication for remote access and administrative accounts. Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook.

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CGI

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

Best practices for building strong mobile biometric authentication. Strong authentication of mobile users is an increasingly important issue for enterprises and commercial entities. It is also important to balance security concerns with user convenience so users are willing to use a strong system. ravi.kumarv@cgi.com.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

Individuals and organizations should prioritize security awareness training, implement email security measures, and encourage vigilance when dealing with unusual or urgent requests. In order to send a message, they could be using spoof email addresses, making use of compromised accounts, or exploiting weak security measures.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 15, 2024

Typically, these vulnerabilities result in remote code execution or denial-of-service attacks, posing major dangers to users’ data security. To mitigate these risks, users must promptly apply vendor-provided software patches and updates, as well as exercise vigilance when using online services and apps.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 5, 2022

In a recent statement , the Foreign Correspondents Club of China (FCCC) commented, “Covering China is increasingly becoming an exercise in remote reporting, as China cuts off new visas and expels journalists.” But this leaves security teams powerless to stop novel threats and zero-days.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The past week has been a busy one for cybersecurity vulnerabilities, with 34 vulnerable Windows drivers and four Microsoft Exchange flaws heading a long list of security concerns. The Problem: Three flaws discovered by the Kubernetes security community carry CVSS severity scores of 7.6 CVE-2022-4886 (Path Sanitization Bypass): This 8.8-level

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Data Matters

MARCH 22, 2022

According to Anne Neuberger, the Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber and Emerging Technology, Russia has been conducting “preparatory activities”, which she said could include scanning of websites and hunting for software vulnerabilities. Deploy modern security tools to look for and mitigate threats.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Why should employers educate employees about cyber security? Social engineering encompasses various methods that attackers can utilize to trick an employee into giving up sensitive information, allowing access to otherwise secure networks. Ensure that your systems are up to date with the latest security patches and software updates.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 4, 2020

The FBI, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Department of Defense (DoD) released information on a RAT variant, dubbed TAIDOOR, used by China-linked hackers in cyber espionage campaigns targeting governments, corporations, and think tanks. Exercise caution when using removable media (e.g., v1 , U.S. .

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released reports on North Korea-linked HIDDEN COBRA malware. The FBI, the US Cyber Command, and the Department of Homeland Security have published technical details of a new North-Korea linked hacking operation. Pierluigi Paganini.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is warning of a notable increase in the use of LokiBot malware by threat actors since July 2020. If these services are required, use strong passwords or Active Directory authentication. Enforce multi-factor authentication. See Understanding Patches and Software Updates.

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AIIM

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

And relying on legacy technology creates business risk because these older systems are much harder to fix when things go wrong and more vulnerable to security threats. Relocating the data from a legacy system to a modern ECM system is also a relatively simple one-off exercise that should quickly pay for itself.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Below is the list of mitigations recommended by the FBI: Ensure anti-virus and anti-malware is enabled and security protocols are updated regularly and in a timely manner. Conduct regular network security assessments to stay up to date on compliance standards and regulations. Mitigate vulnerabilities related to third-party vendors.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

“Beyond its legitimate uses, TeamViewer allows cyber actors to exercise remote control over computer systems and drop files onto victim computers, making it functionally similar to Remote Access Trojans (RATs),” states the FBI’s PIN alert. Use multiple-factor authentication. Windows 10). Pierluigi Paganini.

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IT Governance

JUNE 22, 2023

This data breach is the latest in a series of security concerns regarding machine learning tools. OpenAI maintains industry best practices for authenticating and authorizing users to services including ChatGPT, and we encourage our users to use strong passwords and install only verified and trusted software to personal computers.”

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 26, 2023

National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) warns of a surge in the number of attacks from Russian and Iranian nation-state actors. National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is warning of targeted phishing attacks conducted by threat actors based in Russia and Iran. The are increasingly targeting organizations and individuals.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 28, 2020

An extension of the celebration for Data Protection Day in Europe, Data Privacy Day functions as the signature event of the National Cyber Security Centre’s ongoing education and awareness efforts surrounding online privacy. With the above in mind, it’s worth a discussion about specific security controls in greater detail…. Encryption.

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IT Governance

MAY 24, 2024

About Vanessa Horton Vanessa holds a degree in computer forensics, as well as a number of cyber security and forensics qualifications. Now, she’s part of our cyber incident response team, helping clients with their cyber security requirements. Return to contents Detection – security monitoring and what is ‘normal’?

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Last week, KrebsOnSecurity examined a flood of inauthentic LinkedIn profiles all claiming Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) roles at various Fortune 500 companies, including Biogen , Chevron , ExxonMobil , and Hewlett Packard. Some of the fake profiles flagged by the co-administrator of a popular sustainability group on LinkedIn.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 3, 2021

Researchers from Israeli IoT security firm Vdoo found multiple vulnerabilities in the Realtek RTL8170C Wi-Fi module that could allow to elevate privileges and hijack wireless communications. precise control of the return address can be achieved – this is left as an exercise for the reader.” ” continues the report.

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Hunton Privacy

JULY 5, 2023

Security Measures Automated Password Blocker : NYDFS clarified that the requirement for Class A companies to implement “an automated method of blocking commonly used passwords” applies only to accounts on information systems “owned or controlled by a Class A company” and for all other accounts only where “feasible.”

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