Webroot

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Adopt a Comprehensive Backup Strategy: Implement the 3-2-1 backup rule with immutable backups to protect against ransomware attacks. Individual Users: Use Password Managers: Employ a reputable password manager to create and store strong, unique passwords for all accounts – consider passphrases.

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Malware Ransomware Passwords Healthcare 108

Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2022

It’s a bit like the difference between using an online, cloud based password manager run by a third-party company, or running a totally local password manager operated by you and you alone. Targets who keep all files in the cloud only (no local or offsite backups) are great marks for blackmailers.

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Cryptocurrency Backups Phishing Password Management 130

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 2, 2022

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. Your backups, the backup server, and all the backup storage — all encrypted by ransomware.

Architecture 115

Architecture Ransomware Backups Firewall 115

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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Education Passwords Backups IoT 105

CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Verifying machine identities before enabling access can help secure Internet of Things (IoT) networks, which would otherwise expand supply chains’ attack surfaces. This education should cover how to spot and respond to phishing attempts, the importance of two-factor authentication and good password management.

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Data breaches Social Engineering Education Password Management 143

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Consider how many folks will only decide to start making backups once they've lost everything for the first time. This isn't mentioned, but you should consider changing the default password when you first boot up the router. Use a password manager and two-factor authentication (2FA). Separate work and life activities.

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Backups Social Engineering VPN Passwords 98

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Use the 3-2-1 backup rule. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated password manager apps. Consider segmenting your Wi-Fi networks: one for main use, one for guests, and another for IoT devices. Enhancing your security habits The culture of safe device use should be improved.

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Firmware IoT Accountability Passwords 110