eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption scrambles data to make it unreadable to those without decryption keys. Proper use of encryption preserves secrecy and radically lowers the potential damage of a successful cybersecurity attack. Encryption algorithm types will provide an overview of the mathematical algorithms used to encrypt data (AES, RSA, etc.),

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Joseph Steinberg

JANUARY 4, 2023

Zero Trust is a term that is often misunderstood and misused, which is why I wrote an article not long ago entitled Zero Trust: What These Overused Cybersecurity Buzz Words Actually Mean – And Do Not Mean. Because the attacker may be listening to the data moving across the network, all traffic must be encrypted.

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Duo's Security Blog

MAY 23, 2024

When reading the title of this blog, you might be wondering to yourself why RADIUS is being highlighted as a subject — especially amidst all of the advancements of modern authentication we see taking place recently. Instead, it supports a variety of authentication protocols , including EAP, PAP, CHAP, and others. What is RADIUS?

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CSO Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Apple today introduced several new security features focused on fending off threats to user data in the cloud, including end-to-end encryption for backups for iCloud users. Apple also announced hardware Security Keys for Apple ID, giving users the choice to require two-factor authentication to sign into their Apple ID account.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 23, 2018

Security Keys are inexpensive USB-based devices that offer an alternative approach to two-factor authentication (2FA), which requires the user to log in to a Web site using something they know (the password) and something they have (e.g., “Users might be asked to authenticate using their security key for many different apps/reasons. .

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 16, 2025

This article delves deeper into the challenges faced by the oil and gas industry, highlighting practical strategies to safeguard critical infrastructure through cybersecurity, data analytics, and regulatory compliance. Enhanced authentication protocols: Using MFA could have prevented unauthorized access.

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Security Affairs

JULY 29, 2022

Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed. Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed. Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed to improve security without hindering user convenience. What is Strong Authentication?

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Don’t forget: You can read the full article on eSecurity Planet. They could even conceal dangerous malware in photos or links on secure websites you visit, and a single click can activate the code, even overcoming multifactor authentication. In this video, we’ll show you how to stay safe. What Are Cookies?

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Authentication and authorization vulnerabilities: Weak authentication methods and compromised access tokens can provide unauthorized access. Multi-factor authentication: Implement multi-factor authentication for administration and privileged users to enhance access control and prevent unauthorized entry.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption uses mathematical algorithms to transform and encode data so that only authorized parties can access it. What Encryption Is and How It Relates to Cryptology The science of cryptography studies codes, how to create them, and how to solve them. How Does Encryption Process Data? How Does Encryption Process Data?

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2021

These are used for authentication, encryption, access control and many other aspects of modern security and they all require cryptographically secure random numbers -- sequences of numbers or symbols that are chosen in a way that's unpredictable by an attacker. To read this article in full, please click here

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Cisco Security

MARCH 16, 2021

In fact, 63% of threats detected by Cisco Stealthwatch in 2019 were in encrypted traffic. The European Union is concerned enough that it drafted a resolution in November 2020 to ban end-to-end encryption, prompting outcry from privacy advocates. I’ve linked to couple of excellent short articles on this topic at the end of this blog.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 24, 2023

As the frequency of data breaches surges, it becomes increasingly imperative to guarantee the security and adequate encryption of passwords. In this article, I will provide an overview of password encryption, explaining its essence and modus operandi. What is password encryption? Why is password encryption necessary?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 16, 2023

AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. One of the most effective ways to do this is through encryption. In cybersecurity, encryption plays a crucial role in ensuring data confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Single sign-on” (SSO) is an authentication method that allows users to enter one set of authentication credentials to access multiple websites, applications, and services. The goal of SSO is to streamline the authentication process by eliminating the need to enter different usernames and passwords for each resource.

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CSO Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Security researchers have found a way to extract a global encryption key that was hardcoded in the CPUs of several Siemens programmable logic controller (PLC) product lines, allowing them to compromise their secure communications and authentication. To read this article in full, please click here

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 19, 2022

For instance, the The Last Watchdog article you are reading uses a CMS to store posts, display them in an attractive manner, and provide search capabilities. Nearly all CMS platforms, whether traditional or headless, offer some level of built-in security to authenticate users who are allowed to view, add, remove, or change content.

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Schneier on Security

DECEMBER 8, 2017

New research found that many banks offer certificate pinning as a security feature, but fail to authenticate the hostname. News article. This leaves the systems open to man-in-the-middle attacks. From the paper : Abstract : Certificate verification is a crucial stage in the establishment of a TLS connection.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

In this article, I will show how website localization can be tackled with a cybersecurity mindset, both as a source of potential vulnerabilities to prevent and as a tool to strengthen the security of your website and your business. Additional measures like Google Authentication, QR code, etc.,

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 28, 2022

Compared to OTR (Off-the-Record) which basically allows single-user type of secure and encrypted communication the OMEMO protocol actually allows multi-user type of data and information exchange further strengthening the protocol's position on the market for secure mobile IM (instant messaging) applications. Stay tuned!

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SecureList

JUNE 24, 2024

Part 1: XZ backdoor story – Initial analysis Part 2: Assessing the Y, and How, of the XZ Utils incident (social engineering) In our first article on the XZ backdoor , we analyzed its code from initial infection to the function hooking it performs. It also does the same for public key authentication.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 29, 2021

In a revision of KnowledgeBase article KB5005413 , Microsoft has provided more elaborate mitigation instructions for the PetitPotam attacks that were disclosed a week ago. MS-EFSRPC is used for maintenance and management operations on encrypted data that is stored remotely and accessible over a network. Pass the hash.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 3, 2023

In this article, we will discuss the best practices for mobile app security that developers should follow to ensure the safety of their users. Developers should follow best practices such as using strong encryption algorithms, sanitizing user input, validating user input on the server-side, and using secure authentication mechanisms.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

This article looks at rainbow table attacks, how rainbow tables work, best practices for defending against cryptanalytic attacks, and more. A cryptanalytic attack is one where unauthorized actors breach a cryptographic security system through exhaustive searches for information related to the encryption scheme. What are Cryptanalysts?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 5, 2023

In this article, we will explore actionable steps to protect your privacy online and ensure a safer digital presence. Utilize Encryption: Encrypting your data helps ensure that it remains secure during transmission. When providing personal information, verify the authenticity of the website and ensure it is encrypted.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2022

In this article, we will discuss 15 of the most important cybersecurity measures. Authentication. Two-factor authentication is another important security measure for the cloud era. Increasingly, passwordless authentication is becoming the norm. Data encryption. Use a reputable cloud service provider.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. from Bybit, it is the largest cryptocurrency heist ever Apple removes iCloud encryption in UK following backdoor demand B1acks Stash released 1 Million credit cards U.S. A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived!

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This article provides an overview of recent cyber attacks, highlights the evolving tactics used by cybercriminals, and discusses strategies to protect against these threats. These attacks often involve encrypting data and demanding a ransom for its decryption.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This article will provide an overview of DNS Security, common attacks, and how to use DNS security to prevent DNS attacks and manipulation. Domain Name System Security Extension (DNSSEC) protocols authenticate DNS traffic by adding support for cryptographically signed responses. What Are DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC)?

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

So, in this article we’ll use SSL to refer to the entire SSL/TLS family of protocols. SSL is a security technology for establishing an encrypted link between a server and a client, such as a website and a browser, or a pair of email servers. SSL certificates serve two important purposes: Authentication.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 2, 2022

This article is going to explore cybersecurity considerations surrounding drone platforms through an initial review of drone market trends, popular drone hacking tools, and general drone hacking techniques that may be used to compromise enterprise drone platforms, including how drone platforms themselves may be used as malicious hacking platforms.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 10, 2025

In this article, we'll look at seven ways retail businesses can benefit from the power of retail analytics tools without compromising their cybersecurity measures. Of course, it will depend on the specifics of the software, but look for security protocols such as two-factor authentication when logging in and data encryption.

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Duo's Security Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2022

When someone is told that passwords are going away in favor of a new, “password-less” authentication method, a healthy dose of skepticism is not unwarranted. Passwordless authentication refers to a system that does not require the use of passwords at all. What is WebAuthn?

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 29, 2023

So watch out for weak encryption protocols, insufficient network segregation, or insecure user authentication mechanisms. Vance would be happy to provide a non-promotional article on the cyber security risks facing airlines today and strategies to ensure safety in commercial aircraft.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 21, 2018

Internal and External Authentication. This will require strong authentication mechanisms that can be used not only for employees, but third-party contractors, partners and customers. Encryption for Data in Transit and at Rest. As the reliance on encryption grows so does the need for robust key management.

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CSO Magazine

JULY 27, 2022

We have our normal password management processes, password storage tools, and encryption processes. A multi-factor authentication device is lost. To read this article in full, please click here Doing so requires multiple backups, cloud resources, and tested backup and recovery processes. Then disaster strikes.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2023

The DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM) email authentication standard enables email servers to check incoming emails to verify the sender and detect email message alterations. This article helps to understand: How Does DKIM Work? At a high level, DKIM enables an organization to provide encryption hash values for key parts of an email.

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