eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Infrastructure as a service security is a concept that assures the safety of organizations’ data, applications, and networks in the cloud. Understanding the risks, advantages, and best practices connected with IaaS security is becoming increasingly important as enterprises shift their infrastructure to the cloud.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Public cloud security refers to protections put in place to secure data and resources in cloud environments shared by multiple users or organizations. Major cloud service providers have generally had good security , so cloud users can be pretty confident in the security of their data and applications if they get their part right.

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Security Affairs

MAY 14, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. Nominate Pierluigi Paganini and Security Affairs here here: [link] Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. We are in the final !

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Ransomware groups are constantly devising new methods for infecting victims and convincing them to pay up, but a couple of strategies tested recently seem especially devious. Alex Holden is founder of Hold Security , a Milwaukee-based cybersecurity firm. “ Cl0p ” a.k.a. Encrypting sensitive data wherever possible.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 12, 2020

Security researchers discovered an archive available on a dark web forum that includes thousands of compromised Zoom credentials. “In a recent investigation of deep and dark web forums, IntSights researchers came across a cybercriminal who shared a database containing more than 2300 usernames and passwords to Zoom accounts.”

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IBM Big Data Hub

JULY 7, 2023

But with a proactive approach to data security, organizations can fight back against the seemingly endless waves of threats. IBM Security X-Force found the most common threat on organizations is extortion, which comprised more than a quarter (27%) of all cybersecurity threats in 2022. Where do data breaches originate?

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Educate yourself about emerging threats and stay updated on security best practices to protect your online presence from this spectral danger. These methods eliminate the need for users to remember intricate passwords and mitigate the risk of password-related vulnerabilities.

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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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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Any accounts that you value should be secured with a unique and strong password, as well the most robust form of multi-factor authentication available. Usually, this is a mobile app that generates a one-time code, but some sites like Twitter and Facebook now support even more robust options — such as physical security keys.

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Archive Document Data Storage

JANUARY 2, 2018

2018 is here, and it’s time to revisit your data security strategy. Update Your Password Strategy. Using weak passwords makes it easy for hackers to steal your information. Combine letters, numbers and non-alphanumeric characters in your passwords and change them often. Fortify Your WiFi Network.

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IT Governance

APRIL 13, 2018

Staff at the Northern Ireland Assembly were warned to update their passwords after its IT system suffered multiple targeted cyber attacks. Bill Evans , senior director at One Identity, said that “[e]nd user education may have limited some of the risk. Commit to cyber security training.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 5, 2023

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. Use the CISA KEV catalog or other threat intelligence sources as part of an ongoing vulnerability management strategy to identify vulnerabilities that require immediate patching as attackers exploit them.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 2, 2019

1 : Cybercrime Businesses should always be very aware of the threat of cybercriminals, and social media also poses very real cyber-security risks. Hackers use social media to learn more about you, and they can be very skilled when it comes to working out your passwords thanks to your posts about your pets, family, or even birthday plans.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

Cloud security fundamentals are the core requirements that ensure data protection, regulatory compliance, and access management in a cloud environment. Understanding cloud security challenges and knowing the cloud security tools available in the market significantly contribute to enhanced cloud security.

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IT Governance

JANUARY 9, 2023

Welcome to our review of security incidents for 2022, in which we take a closer look at the information gathered in our monthly lists of data breaches and cyber attacks. IT Governance discovered 1,063 security incidents in 2022, which accounted for 480,014,323 breached records. decrease in security incidents compared to 2021 (1,243).

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Rocket Software

JUNE 12, 2020

As someone responsible for IT security, March 15 brought about a huge change in my department. With the pandemic closing offices and forcing people to stay home, I suddenly had to think about what it means to implement IT security for thousands of remote workers, instead of a handful of office spaces. Assess Security on All Systems.

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IT Governance

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Welcome to our third quarterly review of security incidents for 2021, in which we take a closer look at the information gathered in our monthly list of cyber attacks and data breaches. In this article, you’ll find an overview of the cyber security landscape from the past three months, including the latest statistics and our observations.

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IT Governance

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Welcome to our third quarterly review of security incidents for 2022, in which we take a closer look at the information gathered in our monthly list of data breaches and cyber attacks. In this article, you’ll find an overview of the cyber security landscape from the past three months, including the latest statistics and our observations.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

HTML smuggling is an evasive technique that uses legitimate HTML5 or JavaScript features to make its way past firewalls and other security technologies. This is a major headache for security product vendors. Also read: The Best Wi-Fi 6 Routers Secure and Fast Enough for Business. See also: How to Prevent Ransomware Attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

However, basic cybersecurity tools and practices, like patching , strong passwords , and multi-factor authentication (MFA), “can prevent 80 to 90% of cyberattacks,” said Anne Neuberger, deputy national security advisor for cyber and emerging technologies, during a White House press conference in Sept. Types of Cyberattacks.

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IT Governance

APRIL 12, 2022

Welcome to our first quarterly review of security incidents for 2022, in which we take a closer look at the information gathered in our monthly list of data breaches and cyber attacks. In this article, you’ll find an overview of the cyber security landscape from the past three months, including the latest statistics and our observations.

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IT Governance

JULY 11, 2022

Welcome to our second quarterly review of security incidents for 2022, in which we take a closer look at the information gathered in our monthly list of data breaches and cyber attacks. In this article, you’ll find an overview of the cyber security landscape from the past three months, including the latest statistics and our observations.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 9, 2020

The most common algorithms are those patented by RSA Data Security: This algorithm, also called asymmetric key cryptography, provides a pair of keys (a public and private key) associated with an entity that authenticates the identity of the key itself. The confidentiality of information in internet communications.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) strongly advised public companies to improve their cybersecurity. This requirement copies the strategies of previous legislation that dramatically improved financial reporting for both public and private companies. Also read: Security Compliance & Data Privacy Regulations.

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IT Governance

MARCH 7, 2023

This month, we’re dedicating our feature to a topic that has been circling the cyber security sector – and many others besides – for some time: AI (artificial intelligence). Cyber security is no exception. Fighting fire with fire It’s not only the good guys that are using AI in the cyber security landscape.

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IT Governance

JULY 10, 2023

In this article, we take a closer look at the information gathered in our monthly list of security breaches , and delve into the infosec landscape over the past three months. Overview IT Governance discovered 297 security incidents between April and June 2023, which accounted for 116,933,247 breached records.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

But the attention paid to the malware by journalists, cybersecurity vendors and increasingly, government agencies , has pushed companies to improve their preparedness to defend themselves against ransomware gangs, according to a report this week by security solutions vendor Cymulate. Companies Invest More in Security.

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IT Governance

JULY 13, 2021

Welcome to our second quarterly review of security incidents for 2021, in which we take a closer look at the information gathered in our monthly list of cyber attacks and data breaches. In this blog, we provide an overview of the security landscape in the past three months, and look at key statistics and observations.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 15, 2022

Cybersecurity experts would have you believe that your organization’s employees have a crucial role in bolstering or damaging your company’s security initiatives. Now is the moment to train your personnel on security best practices, if you haven’t already. Customize Your Security Training.

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KnowBe4

MARCH 28, 2023

Security awareness training still has a place to play here." Email and other elements of software infrastructure offer built-in fundamental security that largely guarantees we are not in danger until we ourselves take action," Tyson writes. Remember: Culture eats strategy for breakfast and is always top-down.

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IT Governance

APRIL 12, 2023

Welcome to our first quarterly review of security incidents for 2023, in which we take a closer look at the information gathered in our monthly list of data breaches and cyber attacks. In this article, you’ll find an overview of the cyber security landscape from the past three months, including the latest statistics and our observations.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

Numerous strains of this destructive code have been the front-page news in global computer security chronicles for almost a decade now, with jaw-dropping ups and dramatic downs accompanying its progress. David Balaban is a computer security researcher with over 17 years of experience in malware analysis and antivirus software evaluation.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 25, 2019

Scarcity in talent means there is a critical deficit in developer security training. million employees today, according to the latest estimates from (ISC)², the world’s leading cybersecurity and IT security professional organisation. No matter what type of attack takes place, employees play a large role in securing an organisation.

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The Security Ledger

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Chris and I talk about how companies like Flashpoint monitor the dark web for intelligence and, then, how companies are able to operationalize that intelligence as part of their security and incident response programs. And what value does the information gathered there have to a security-conscious organization? Read the whole entry. »

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 7, 2023

Vulnerability scanning is critically important for identifying security flaws in hardware and software, but vulnerability scanning types are as varied as the IT environments they’re designed to protect. Each approach employs a different strategy to ascertain the state of the target ports (open, closed, or filtered).

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Organizations have a variety of options for cloud deployments, each with its own set of capabilities and security challenges. The responsibility for protecting these cloud resources is shared, with the cloud provider responsible for infrastructure security and customers responsible for access, application security, and data management.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

SaaS security checklists are frameworks for protecting data and applications in cloud-based environments. They serve as benchmarks for upholding strong security requirements, evaluating existing tools, and assessing potential solutions. We’ve designed a customizable template to help you develop your own SaaS security checklist.

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