Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 29, 2023

World Backup Day 2023: Five Essential Cyber Hygiene Tips madhav Thu, 03/30/2023 - 05:54 World Backup Day , celebrated each year on March 31st, is a day created to promote backing up data from your devices. Create complex passwords that cannot be easily guessed and are different for each account.

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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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Schneier on Security

DECEMBER 26, 2022

The threat actor was also able to copy a backup of customer vault data from the encrypted storage container which is stored in a proprietary binary format that contains both unencrypted data, such as website URLs, as well as fully-encrypted sensitive fields such as website usernames and passwords, secure notes, and form-filled data.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

Encryption and the development of cryptography have been a cornerstone of IT security for decades and remain critical for data protection against evolving threats. While cryptology is thousands of years old, modern cryptography took off in the 1970s with the help of the Diffie-Hellman-Merkle and RSA encryption algorithms.

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CSO Magazine

JANUARY 4, 2023

Storing passwords in the browser and sending one-time access codes by SMS or authenticator apps can be bypassed by phishing. Password management products are more secure, but they have vulnerabilities as shown by the recent LastPass breach that exposed an encrypted backup of a database of saved passwords.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Dashlane is a leading password manager designed to simplify and secure your digital life. It consolidates your passwords into a single, encrypted vault. Dashlane is a popular and highly regarded password manager that provides robust security and convenient features to keep your credentials safe.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Each of your passwords needs to incorporate numbers, symbols and capital letters, use at least 16 characters. Use a password manager Keeping track of complex passwords for each of your accounts can seem overwhelming, but a password manager offers a simple and safe solution. Do not use your pet’s name!

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Sophos cybersecurity researchers have discovered a Python-based ransomware operation that escalated from a compromised corporate network to encrypted virtual machines in just three hours. These instructions are used to list all VMs and shut them down, necessary for starting the encryption. Faster Encryption Means Higher Risk.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Lock things down Having a strict policy to protect your important assets with strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA) should be a no-brainer. Consider making it easier for your staff by using a single-sign-on service or alternatively by providing them with a password manager.

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CSO Magazine

JULY 27, 2022

Doing so requires multiple backups, cloud resources, and tested backup and recovery processes. We have our normal password management processes, password storage tools, and encryption processes. A device with critical passwords is stolen. Then disaster strikes.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Lock things down Having a strict policy to protect your important assets with strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA) should be a no-brainer. Consider making it easier for your staff by using a single-sign-on service or alternatively by providing them with a password manager.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 23, 2023

A nasty security flaw is leaving users of the KeePass password manager vulnerable to exploitation—namely, the ability to recover the master password in cleartext from those affected. However, it's crucial to note that this particular vulnerability does not reflect the inherent weaknesses of all password managers.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 3, 2023

The password management company LastPasss notified customers in late December about a recent security incident. It is recommended that you never reuse your master password on other websites. This is always true, but it completely defeats the security advantage of using a password manager.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Servers are encrypted with “ locked” file extensions on files. You have the disaster recovery (DR) site, backups, and storage area network (SAN) snapshots. As you try each one, that pit in your stomach grows as you experience the worst feeling in IT: the realization you have no backup for recovery. Remember those?

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Password management software firm LastPass disclosed a “second attack,” a threat actor used data stolen from the August security breach and combined it with information available from a third-party data breach. The backup contains both unencrypted data (i.e. Website URLs) and 256-bit AES-encrypted sensitive (i.e.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 4, 2024

Encrypt Sensitive Data Encryption is vital for data security. By encrypting sensitive information, start-ups ensure intercepted data remains unreadable without a decryption key, crucial for handling personal customer data and financial transactions. Additionally, use Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) to mitigate DDoS attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This includes tools and practices such as encryption, which secures data by making it unreadable to unauthorized users; firewalls, which monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic; and regular software updates to close security gaps as they arise. Many small businesses overlook regular backups, risking permanent data loss.

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Pen Test Partners

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

This section covers essential measures like setting strong passwords, enabling encryption, backing up data, and using tracking apps. Make sure you can access critical elements of your digital life without your device, such as: Your password manager account. Ensure encryption is enabled on the device.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 5, 2023

Backup before you go The consequences of losing your device or having it stolen are worse when you are outside of your own environment. So make sure that you have recent backups of your important data, and don't keep the backups on the devices you are taking. Use a VPN with strong encryption.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 12, 2024

Customize training materials to address these specific concerns, including data handling protocols, password management , and phishing attempt identification. Encrypt data at rest with encryption algorithms and secure storage techniques.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 16, 2024

Whether you’re a business or just someone trying to keep track of your online accounts, 1Password is like the Swiss Army knife for password management. It makes dealing with passwords a breeze and tightens your digital life. It’s got the best security features and is relatively easy to use.

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Schneier on Security

MAY 6, 2019

Ten years ago, I could have given you all sorts of advice about using encryption, not sending information over email, securing your web connections, and a host of other things­ -- but most of that doesn't matter anymore. Don't reuse passwords for anything important -- ­and get a password manager to remember them all.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 27, 2022

update, Apple introduced “Advanced Data Protection,” which finally introduced end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for most items backed up or stored in iCloud. Device backups. Enabling end-to-end encryption (Advanced Data Protection for iCloud). encrypted email providers. With the iOS 16.2 Safari Bookmarks. TABLE OF CONTENTS.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2024

Establish encrypted connections for data transmission. Consult the encryption guidelines. Security team • DBA • Infrastructure team • Manage access control lists and policies. • Plan for backups and restoration. • DBA • Infrastructure Team • Setup backup and recovery software. Define the backup frequency.

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Within six hours, the attacker began encrypting the organization’s systems. This concealed their attack until the environment was encrypted and backups were sabotaged. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen Scattered Spider target password managers. Our investigation uncovered an NTDS.dit file on the attacker’s VM.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 16, 2022

But you should also realize that while it’s easy to say that you need reliable and easy to deploy backups for example, it’s not always easy to follow that advice. Maintain offline backups of data, and regularly maintain backup and restoration. Ensure all backup data is encrypted, immutable (i.e.,

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

When setting up an authenticator app, make sure to follow the instructions provided by the app and securely store the backup codes provided. These backup codes can be used to regain access to your accounts in case you lose your mobile device or it gets reset.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

When setting up an authenticator app, make sure to follow the instructions provided by the app and securely store the backup codes provided. These backup codes can be used to regain access to your accounts in case you lose your mobile device or it gets reset.

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Responsible Cyber

JULY 13, 2024

Recommended solutions like MSP360 Backup and Recovery Solutions. Emphasizing the need for a comprehensive security strategy with the help of Responsible Cyber , a leading provider of cybersecurity and risk management solutions that protect organizations from internal and external threats.

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Pen Test Partners

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Encryption: End-to-end encryption isn’t enabled by default for doorbells but should be activated. Privacy and Passwords: Two-step verification is done by default, but multi-factor authentication (MFA) is recommended. Encryption: What’s the deal? Is Ring secure for UK users?

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 4, 2021

While admins may find sharing passwords convenient, doing so makes proper database security and accountability almost impossible. On top of this, it is wise to ensure standard account security procedures are followed: Strong passwords should be enforced. Password hashes should be stored encrypted and salted.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

Learn about strong password creation, multi-factor authentica-tion, secure browsing habits, and data encryption. Utilize a password manager to securely store and generate strong passwords. Maintain Regular Backups: Regularly back up your important data to an external hard drive or a cloud-based service.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

After an unsuspecting victim opens a malicious email or visits an infected site, ransomware begins to encrypt critical files hosted on the victim’s local machine. Access to a working backup gives you tremendous leverage as the victim of a ransomware attack. they had a full backup. Back up your data.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Use a strong and unique password for all accounts and sites. A long passphrase that cannot be found in a dictionary is one recommendation for a strong password; the use of a Password Manager is highly recommended. It should only be connected to do the backup, and then once the backup has been completed, disconnected.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 4, 2023

Limited Data Backup and Recovery Plans Attacks using ransomware are more common than ever, and schools are not exempt from this danger. The lack of robust data backup and recovery policies in educational institutions makes them more vulnerable to ransomware assaults that encrypt data. Regularly back up your data.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Remember, sometimes a little common sense goes a lot further than the fanciest encryption out there. Ransomware is another significant threat, where attackers encrypt an organization's data and demand payment for its release. These backups should be stored securely, ideally in a location separate from the primary data.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Stop malicious encryption. Create offsite, offline backups. Keep backups offsite and offline, beyond the reach of attackers. Change your password. You can make a stolen password useless to thieves by changing it. Choose a strong password that you don't use for anything else.

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