Anton on Security

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

But as we increasingly move towards more elaborate detection approaches like detection-as-code using languages like the Sigma language , or Python, it is becoming more difficult to deduce in detail how certain threat detections work. the cornerstone of all effective cyber threat detection systems is accurate detection.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Users will be given standard user accounts by default. This approach also helps to contain the spread of malware and ransomware, which, according to Microsoft’s Digital Defense Report, resulted in 93% of these attacks being successful due to them having access to so many privileged user accounts.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

And that’s why cyber threat hunting adds human and technical elements to cyber defenses to try to find signs that those cyber defenses may have already been breached. This technique enables cyber threat hunters to identify potential threats and facilitate immediate action to fix any security vulnerabilities.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 29, 2023

alphaMountain has launched a new platform called “threatYeti,” designed to aid cyber threat analysts, security researchers, and in-house security operations teams with domain research. Registering with an email address adds more queries and functionality to an account.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

He is also looking for opportunities to collect additional access parameters (usernames and passwords), elevate privileges, or use already existing compromised accounts for unauthorized access to systems, applications, and data. Once approved, the user's request will be approved for their account. Reaching the goal of the attack.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 21, 2024

The proliferation of cyber threats demands innovative solutions, and generative AI is emerging as a transformative force in this arena. Far beyond its applications in content creation or virtual assistants, generative AI is revolutionizing cybersecurity by enhancing threat detection, automating responses, and fortifying defenses.

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Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 31, 2023

C-suites across all industries, from traditional finance to the latest “unicorns” emerging in the fintech industry, are facing a formidable challenge: how to protect their business and customer data against growing cyber threats. But compliance navigation is complex. Remember 2021?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 21, 2021

In what is known to our Cybersecurity Insiders, hackers are seen launching phishing campaigns against Google Drive users by sending them email’s filled with malicious links and locking them from their accounts thereafter. In the year 2019, Trend Micro detected over 61.2 billion cyber threats targeting online users via emails.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 8, 2024

The number represents a significant portion of the world's online user base, raising concerns about the security of countless online accounts across various platforms. For individual users, the exposure of passwords means an increased risk of account takeovers, identity theft, and fraud.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 12, 2023

A look back at the cybersecurity landscape in 2023 rings all-too familiar: cyber threats rapidly evolved and scaled up , just as they have, year-to-year, for the past 20 years. Organizations should likewise leverage GenAI to better detect AI-enhanced threats and counter the attack volumes that we expect to see in 2024.

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Webroot

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

In today’s world, both small businesses and everyday consumers face a growing number of cyber threats. OpenText’s 2024 Threat Hunter Perspective sheds light on what’s coming next and how to protect yourself. Enable two-factor authentication (MFA) : For added protection, enable two-factor authentication on your accounts.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 12, 2021

MITRE ATT&CK® is an invaluable resource for IT security teams, who can leverage the framework to enhance their cyber threat intelligence, improve threat detection capabilities , plan penetration testing scenarios, and assess cyber threat defenses for gaps in coverage. Cyber Threat Intelligence.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 26, 2021

The most recent story is about detecting and remediating data exfiltration in our SOC for a customer. Upon the acknowledgment of the alarm, the SOC was able to research correlating events and provide the customer a detailed explanation of what took place within the customer environment thus aiding in the proactive mitigation of this threat.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 14, 2025

The increasing frequency of data breaches and the sophistication of cyber threats highlight the pressing need for strong API security. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA): HIPAA is focused on ensuring the privacy and security of electronic protected health information (ePHI) managed by APIs.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 10, 2019

Wipro issued a media statement , via its Economic Times division, acknowledging “potentially abnormal activity in a few employee accounts on our network due to an advanced phishing campaign. What’s more, the attackers reportedly were able to use Wipro as a jumping off point to infiltrate the networks of at least a dozen of Wipro’s customers.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 23, 2021

Stories from the SOC is a blog series that describes recent real-world security incident investigations conducted and reported by the AT&T SOC analyst team for AT&T Managed Threat Detection and Response customers. Credential abuse and compromised user accounts are serious concerns for any organization. Executive Summary.

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Cisco Security

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Launch defense-focused initiatives focused on areas like identity management and governance, security monitoring and intelligence (to detect and alert for unusual account activity), credential management, and asset quarantine solutions. We’d love to hear what you think. Cisco Secure Social Channels. LinkedIn.

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Digital Shadows

JANUARY 27, 2025

Key Findings 2024 was the year cyber threats got quicker. Cyber attackers really picked up the pace, executing faster, more efficient breaches that pushed traditional defenses to their limits. Many organizations rely on RMM tools for help-desk support, enabling IT staff to take control of user accounts.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 9, 2024

We have enhanced our API protection platform with a comprehensive suite of new OAuth threat detections and posture rules to address the growing challenge of OAuth exploitation. The first API security vendor to launch deep OAuth threat detection capabilities.

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Digital Shadows

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Data from the GreyMatter Phishing Analyzer shows phishing email subject lines commonly contain words like request, account, invoice, payment, and action. Leverage GreyMatter for threat detection and response: Detect threats others misslike unauthorized communication crossing IT/OT boundaries (Rule 003091)before they can cause issues.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 24, 2021

Stories from the SOC is a blog series that describes recent real-world security incident investigations conducted and reported by the AT&T SOC analyst team for AT&T Managed Threat Detection and Response customers. Credential abuse and compromised user accounts are serious concerns for any organization. Executive Summary.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 17, 2023

Sometimes, cyber threats are closer to home, making them all the more surprising (and frustrating) for many organizations. They’re called insider threats, and you need to pay special attention to ensure you – and your data – don’t fall victim. Threat detection can also come via peer reports and employee diligence.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 4, 2025

It all started in July 2023, when the Chinese cyber espionage group Storm-0558 exploited a vulnerability in Microsofts Outlook email system to gain unauthorised access to email accounts belonging to U.S. This empowers faster identification of unauthorised email access, unusual searches and potential insider threats.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Cyber Threats: AI-powered phishing and deepfakes are cited as major risks by late adopters, while early adopters are more worried about advanced threats like model poisoning and tampering. However, less than half conduct regular data audits or document data accountability. Agarwal noted, "I don't think GenAI is used here.

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Cisco Security

MARCH 5, 2021

As email borne threats continue to increase in volume and complexity, keeping email safe continues to be a top priority for security professionals. These varied and persistent threats include Business Email Compromise (BEC), ransomware, domain compromise, malware, phishing, spam and account takeovers.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 13, 2021

According to Tech.co , a 2021 study found that users now need to track 100 passwords across their various web accounts. Other times, they simply reuse the same password across multiple web accounts. Passwords: An unsustainable business cost. Users have too many passwords to remember on their own.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Many Gmail users were recently greeted with a message that alerted them that 2-step verification will be required to log into their accounts starting on November 9th (today). This is a common practice with most multi-factor providers, so it should be fairly familiar if a person has been using any form of 2FA for any other accounts.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

For a deeper dive into the current state of cyber security, you can refer to this State of Cyber Security Report , which offers valuable insights into evolving threats and the banking sector’s response. Why Banks Need Cyber Security Banks are some of the most vulnerable institutions when it comes to cyber threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 5, 2023

If cyber threats feel like faceless intruders, you’re only considering a fraction of the risk. Insider threats pose a challenge for organizations, often catching them by surprise as they focus on securing the perimeter. When designing your strategy, be sure to account for insider threats.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 23, 2024

CIS Controls The CIS Controls are a set of 20 prioritized actions designed to defend against common cyber threats. IG3 (Advanced Controls): Designed for larger organizations, IG3 includes comprehensive measures such as penetration testing and advanced threat detection.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 6, 2023

As some of these solutions are pretty low-cost, they potentially offer high ROI considering the enormity of the email threat problem. Uses advanced threat detection techniques like machine learning, behavior analysis , and anomaly detection to identify and eliminate complex threats such as zero-day attacks.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

As security professionals, we must evolve our security programs and controls to account for SaaS. Monitoring/Threat Detection. Security threat detection and monitoring in SaaS is hit or miss. At the end of the day, SaaS, similar to IaaS, PaaS, and other cloud services, is another security operating domain.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 7, 2022

NINJIO prepares organizations to defend against cyber threats through their engaging, video-based training courses. The Rapid7 Insight Platform gives you a broad spectrum of solutions for cloud security, vulnerability risk management, threat detection and response, and threat intelligence. Visit website.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 4, 2021

For this to work, attackers must already have an account on that Exchange server, minimizing its danger. Still, insider threats are always possible. In light of this threat and others like it, here’s how companies can better secure their user authentication protocols. billion in losses in 2019. Monitor user behavior.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The increase in connected devices and the data they generate creates a larger attack surface for cyber threats. To ensure data integrity and network security, businesses must adopt more sophisticated security protocols, including advanced encryption methods and AI-driven threat detection systems.

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Cytelligence

OCTOBER 9, 2023

California, being a hub of innovation and home to numerous healthcare organizations, faces unique challenges in safeguarding sensitive patient information from cyber threats. By partnering with CYPFER, healthcare organizations can strengthen their cybersecurity posture and build a resilient defense against evolving cyber threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Computer Configuration -> Policies -> Windows Settings -> Security Settings -> Account Policies -> Password Policy. The password policy must ensure that user account passwords are sufficiently unique, strong, and reset promptly. Double-click any password policy you want to modify from the list. In a nutshell.

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