eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Implement automated alerts for crucial events and keep logs in a secure location that is easily accessible. Analyze logs on a regular basis to discover unusual behaviors, potential risks, and places for improvement. Enable automatic updates in the administration interface and schedule security checks accordingly.

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Firewall Network Security Backups Education 114

Hacker Combat

JUNE 2, 2022

After a severe ransomware assault has hit them, they devote the necessary time and money to strengthening their cyber security defenses. Employees should undergo frequent cyber security awareness programs to keep them up to date on the latest cyber risks and how to recognize an attack in its early stages.

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Ransomware Manufacturing Antivirus Cyber Risk 132

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Backup and disaster recovery procedures ensure that data is always available. API Security: API security focuses on preventing unwanted access to application programming interfaces by establishing adequate authentication and authorization processes. Employee training increases understanding of optimal practices.

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Backups Firewall Encryption Architecture 108

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Last week’s vulnerability news highlighted major security problems that affect a wide range of technologies. RansomHub used multiple vulnerabilities to launch ransomware attacks, emphasizing the critical need for updates and strong security measures. Other significant problems include RCE, credential theft, and MFA bypass.

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Firmware Backups Firewall Risk 96

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Ponemon chairman and founder Larry Ponemon said in a statement that “Most of the IT and security professionals regard their organizations as vulnerable to these attacks,” and that growing adoption of technologies such as cloud, mobile , big data , and the Internet of Things (IoT) are adding to that risk.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Malware attacks pose a significant risk to both individuals and businesses, infiltrating computer systems, compromising sensitive data and disrupting operations, leading to financial and data loss — and even extortion. Regularly Back Up Your Data Regular encrypted backups can help keep important data safe from data loss or ransomware.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Public Cloud Security Risks While public cloud systems offer scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency, they can also pose significant risks if not properly secured. Staff Education: Train employees on cloud security best practices and the possible risks associated with cloud use.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Cloud infrastructure entitlement management (CIEM): Manages compliance, risk, and security with controlled user, system, and app cloud resource access. Cloud native application protection (CNAP) platforms: Secure applications and cloud resources with cloud-native and integrated security.

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Architecture Network Security Firewall Risk 107

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 15, 2024

Typically, these vulnerabilities result in remote code execution or denial-of-service attacks, posing major dangers to users’ data security. To mitigate these risks, users must promptly apply vendor-provided software patches and updates, as well as exercise vigilance when using online services and apps.

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Firewall VPN Software Risk 102

eSecurity Planet

JULY 22, 2024

Businesses may need to re-evaluate their data backup strategies and ensure redundancy to minimize the risk of data loss in future outages. Another long-term effect could be a heightened awareness of cybersecurity risks. Data backup strategies: The outage raises questions about data security during system failures.

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Backups Banking Software Risk 72

eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

Generally, when you adhere to the cloud security best practices , such as strong authentication, data encryption, and continuous monitoring, the cloud can be extremely safe. This is why you need continuous vigilance and risk management. Classify data: Categorize data according to its sensitivity, importance, and regulatory needs.

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Encryption Risk Passwords Technology 104

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 8, 2024

The CrowdStrike incident emphasizes the risks inherent in rapid software development cycles and the importance of robust testing protocols. The Counterpunch Faced with a barrage of criticism and legal action, CrowdStrike has mounted a vigorous defense. CrowdStrike Outage: A Watershed Moment for Cybersecurity?

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Cloud storage settings: Configuration management establishes data storage, access permissions, and backup rules, allowing tools to manage storage settings consistently and regularly. Fine-grained access controls reduce the risk of illegal access by ensuring that only authorized people have the required permissions.

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Backups Risk Encryption Technology 95

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

This framework guarantees that appropriate authentication measures, encryption techniques, data retention policies, and backup procedures are in place. This step reduces the risks of illegal access, data loss, and regulatory noncompliance, as well as protects the integrity and security of sensitive information within SaaS applications.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 27, 2024

This poses serious security risks, particularly for organizations that handle sensitive data. May 22, 2024 Veeam Addresses Vulnerabilities in Backup & Replication Update Type of vulnerability: Authentication bypass, privilege escalation, NTLM relay attack, and more. poses serious risks caused by insufficient access control.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2024

. • Security team • Apps team • Penetration testers • Deploy vulnerability scanning tools and pentesting frameworks. Follow the secure coding principles. Plan for backups and restoration. • DBA • Infrastructure Team • Setup backup and recovery software. Define the backup frequency. Set communication channels.

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Encryption Backups Data breaches Authentication 71

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

A poorly protected site, WordPress or otherwise, is the weak link in an entire hosting account’s security defenses, and the consequence is cross-infections of every site in the account. How do you protect against security flaws when you have a large amount of WordPress sites to manage? Remediation.

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Backups Accountability Hacking Security Defenses 52

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

They enforce security measures to prevent threats and unauthorized access. Understanding the various controls, their applications, benefits, and associated risks will help you gain full, secure operations during and after cloud migration. They perform actions such as reboots, backups, and unplugging hacked systems.

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Risk Threat Detection Architecture Data breaches 84

eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Prioritizing cloud security helps guarantee that you have a safe, reliable resource for your data in today’s linked world. Featured Partners: Cloud Backup & Storage Software Learn more Why Cloud Security Is Important Robust cloud security safeguards sensitive information and enables secure access for authorized users.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 8, 2024

The comprehensive evaluation detects flaws in the organization’s architecture and makes precise recommendations to strengthen defenses and boost future capabilities. Secure remote access: Employ VPNs to encrypt communications, ensuring secure and private remote access to your network.

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Encryption Backups Architecture Risk 68

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

However, as ICSs become more integrated with digital networks, their vulnerability to cyberthreats grows, making robust security measures essential to safeguarding these vital operations. Are your industrial control systems secure enough? Understanding your risk landscape helps prioritize security measures.

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Firmware Encryption Manufacturing Risk 98

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Organizations that manage their own servers will need to isolate, harden, maintain, and audit DNS servers the same as they would any other high-risk server managing sensitive information. Attackers regularly target DNS servers and services which categorizes DNS servers as high risk, high value, and high likelihood for attack.

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DNS DDOS Firewall Architecture 107

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Dashlane supports two-factor authentication (2FA) to enhance security further, adding an additional layer of protection by requiring a secondary verification method when you log in. In the face of network security threats like phishing attacks, man-in-the-middle attacks, and other cyber risks, Dashlane helps mitigate these dangers.

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Password Management Passwords Encryption VPN 92

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In case of hardware failures or disasters, redundant systems and data backups are maintained to minimize downtime and data loss. Private cloud security solutions may be tailored to satisfy these compliance criteria, lowering the risk of noncompliance and the potential penalties that come with it.

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Data privacy Encryption Technology Software 106

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

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. Security events and incidents are recorded and evaluated in order to discover and respond to potential security risks as soon as possible.

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Encryption DDOS Authentication Firewall 94

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The risks of ransomware is not something an organization can address through a single activity or by deploying a special security tool. Instead, ransomware takes advantage of a lapse in operational, technical, and human security controls. What are good cyber hygiene practices?

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Ransomware Cybersecurity Healthcare Education 71

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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Encryption Firewall Authentication Software 105

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 5, 2024

A fully trained security team can enact centralized key management to professionally generate, rotate, renew, and retire encryption keys. Secure App & Web Encryption Enable improved application and website encryption through professional tools and encryption education.

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Encryption Wireless Passwords Education 116

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 7, 2024

Customers safeguard data, applications, and configurations; providers secure the infrastructure. Understanding this division of responsibility results in good cloud security management , ensuring each party implements appropriate measures to reduce risks. Detection: Quickly detect security breaches to limit their damage.

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Architecture DDOS Encryption Risk 91

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

That means you need to have a plan for responding to attacks that break through even the most secure defenses. In this post, we’ll offer a guide to developing a cybersecurity and risk mitigation plan for small businesses. As a rule, you should always keep a clean backup of your website’s files and database stored offline.

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Cybersecurity Small Business Backups Phishing 98

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Ransomware attacks have become much more dangerous and have evolved beyond basic security defenses and business continuity techniques like next-gen antivirus and backups. The pains of double extortion ransomware A security gap? These methods provide significant security risks for businesses of all sizes.

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Ransomware Encryption Backups Cyber Insurance 71

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Categorize and summarize key findings: Including criticality, vulnerability, system, and other important findings will help clients address issues by the level of risk they pose. The pentest writer must outline the key findings and high-level recommendations based on urgency and risk in a clear manner.

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Penetration Testing Computers and Electronics Risk Firewall 94

eSecurity Planet

MAY 30, 2024

Cloud security management covers the following key processes meant to protect your organization’s cloud environment: Risk assessment: Begin by identifying the cloud services you use and assessing security and potential risks. Access control: Regulates cloud data access to minimize unauthorized users’ entry.

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Cloud Migration Threat Detection Encryption Data breaches 63

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 16, 2024

Its end-to-end encryption ensures that only authorized users can access stored credentials, reducing the risk of weak or reused passwords and maintaining strong, unique passwords across all accounts, effectively safeguarding against cyber threats.

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Password Management Passwords Accountability Risk 63

SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Instead, they rely on “ security by obscurity ,” which implies that the less popular and attention grabbing the website, the less likely it is to be compromised. Any business that has a website, regardless of number of features or amount of traffic, will always be at risk of cyber threats. What Are Cybercriminals After? Have a Back-up.

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Small Business eCommerce Computers and Electronics Backups 52

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Identify possible weaknesses: Detect vulnerabilities in the cloud infrastructure to avoid security breaches. Early detection enables proactive risk management and successful mitigation techniques. Protect sensitive information: Secures essential corporate data from unauthorized access and breaches.

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Risk Policy Compliance Encryption Technology 64

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Cyber security in banking has become the frontline defense against an ever-growing wave of digital threats. With billions of dollars and sensitive data at risk, banks are under constant pressure to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals. This drastically reduces the risk of unauthorized access.

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Banking Identity Theft DDOS Cyber threats 84