GlobalSign

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

In this blog, we review why automation and encryption are important in improving time efficiency and mitigating risks in digital certificate management workflows.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 21, 2025

Three Keys to Modernizing Data Security: DSPM, AI, and Encryption andrew.gertz@t Tue, 01/21/2025 - 14:56 Discover how DSPM, AI, and encryption are transforming data security strategies, reducing vulnerabilities, and improving compliance. A DSPM moves the needle with integrated capabilities and comprehensive encryption.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

How encryption can help address Cloud misconfiguration. So, whichever way you go, there is, across time, a very high likelihood that a CSP's encryption, tokenization, or key management scheme will be misconfigured either by the CSP itself or by the CSP user. Bring your own encryption (BYOE). Tue, 11/16/2021 - 06:15.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 5, 2022

Let’s walk through some practical steps organizations can take today, implementing zero trust and remote access strategies to help reduce ransomware risks: •Obvious, but difficult – get end users to stop clicking unknown links and visiting random websites that they know little about, an educational challenge. Best practices.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Tools like ChatGPT and Bard, powered by large language models, showcase how generative AI transforms business processesbut they also pose new risks. In a recent survey, 93% of respondents admitted to knowingly increasing their companys cybersecurity risks. The challenge? Securing these AI models and the data they generate.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Protecting Retailers Against Cyber Risks on Black Friday and Cyber Monday josh.pearson@t… Tue, 11/26/2024 - 08:01 As Black Friday and Cyber Monday loom, the stakes for retailers extend far beyond enticing deals and record sales. trillion, the risk of a data breach extends beyond immediate financial losses. trillion and $5.28

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

It wasnt until a few weeks later, when a Google security blog titled 5 new protections on Google Messages to help keep you safe revealed that one of the new protections was designed to introduce Sensitive Content Warnings for Google Messages. I use end-to-end-encrypted (E2EE) messaging for a reason.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 21, 2025

Check out key findings and insights from the Tenable Cloud AI Risk Report 2025. 1 - Tenable: Orgs using AI in the cloud face thorny cyber risks Using AI tools in cloud environments? 1 - Tenable: Orgs using AI in the cloud face thorny cyber risks Using AI tools in cloud environments?

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Troy Hunt

MARCH 18, 2024

I linked to the story from the beginning of this blog post and got a handful of willing respondents for whom I sent their data and asked two simple questions: Does this data look accurate? The above example simply didn't have plain text entries for the encrypted data.

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Jane Frankland

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

But as a CISO or cyber risk owner, it’s not just about locking down sensitive informationits about doing it without slowing down your people. This is where the real opportunity lies, and what Im exploring in this blog. For CISOs and cyber risk owners, this isnt just a riskits a gamble no one can afford to take.

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Webroot

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

With the rise of online scams and privacy risks, virtual private networks (VPNs) are becoming more popular for day-to-day use. The five core components of a VPN are: Encryption : The conversion of information into a coded format that can only be read by someone who has the decryption key. appeared first on Webroot Blog.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The Rise of Non-Ransomware Attacks on AWS S3 Data madhav Thu, 02/13/2025 - 04:39 A sophisticated ransomware gang, Codefinger, has a cunning new technique for encrypting data stored in AWS S3 buckets without traditional ransomware tools. Entities should implement robust security measures to mitigate the risk of this type of attack.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 30, 2020

Newer, chip-based cards employ a technology known as EMV that encrypts the account data stored in the chip. The technology causes a unique encryption key — referred to as a token or “cryptogram” — to be generated each time the chip card interacts with a chip-capable payment terminal. .

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 18, 2025

Plus, learn why code-writing GenAI tools can put developers at risk of package-confusion attacks. Both frameworks have a Core section, which outlines detailed activities and outcomes aimed at helping organizations discuss risk management. blog) Know Your Exposure: Is Your Cloud Data Secure in the Age of AI? (on-demand

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 8, 2023

Smarter security to me broadly refers to relentlessly focusing on fundamentals while maturing the program, making sure your risk posture aligns with your business strategy. This means secure file transfer solutions, so you don’t waste time with slow encrypting protocols. This leads to revenue gains and positive customer outcomes.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

This blog was written by an independent guest blogger. With quantum computing looming in the not-so-distant future, the way that we think about encryption will need to evolve. However, the complex math behind creating encryption keys is no match for the power of quantum computers. What are the security risks?

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Anton on Security

JULY 7, 2022

This is my completely informal, uncertified, unreviewed and otherwise completely unofficial blog inspired by my reading of our third Threat Horizons Report ( full version ) that we just released ( the official blog for #1 report , my unofficial blog for #2 ). cloud ransomware isn’t really ‘a ware’, but a RansomOp where humans?—?not

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

The vulnerability Context Security discovered meant exposing the Wi-Fi credentials of the network the device was attached to, which is significant because it demonstrates that IoT vulnerabilities can put other devices on the network at risk as well. Are these examples actually risks in IoT?

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Heimadal Security

MARCH 29, 2023

Hackers can use C&C or C2 servers to create botnets and launch DDoS attacks, steal, delete, and/or encrypt data. Techniques and DNS Security Risks appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog. Basically, a […] The post Command-and-Control Servers Explained.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

In November 2022, the password manager service LastPass disclosed a breach in which hackers stole password vaults containing both encrypted and plaintext data for more than 25 million users. LastPass disclosed that criminal hackers had compromised encrypted copies of some password vaults, as well as other personal information.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 28, 2023

However, as AI continues to advance, it brings with it a new set of cybersecurity risks and challenges. In this blog, we will delve into the potential risks associated with AI and the importance of implementing robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard against these threats.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In this blog post, we take a look at how criminals are abusing Bing and stay under the radar at the same time while also bypassing advanced security features such as two-factor authentication. The idea is about creating content that looks real, like a blog, but with malicious intent (monetization or other). com info-blog-news[.]com

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 31, 2019

All the encryption , firewalls , cryptography, SCADA systems , and other IT security measures would be useless if that were to occur. Related: The case for quantifying cyber risks The most important factor that should be taken into account is a security risk assessment.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 4, 2024

David Weston, VP of enterprise and OS security, said in a blog post , “We are committed to ensuring that Windows remains the most reliable and resilient open platform for our customers.” The new “Smart App Control” feature will reduce the risk of malicious software infiltrating systems by ensuring only verified apps can run on the PC.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 31, 2025

The cyberthreat landscape of 2024 was rife with increasingly sophisticated threats, and encryption played a pivotal rolea staggering 87.2% billion attempted encrypted attacks, a clear demonstration of the growing risk posed by cybercriminals leveraging encryption to evade detection. The Zscaler cloud blocked 32.1

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 19, 2022

Wikipedia uses a CMS for textual entries, blog posts, images, photographs, videos, charts, graphics, and “ talk pages ” that help its many contributors collaborate. Make sure the CMS platform uses a robust web application firewall (WAF), conducts continuous automated and manual security tests and uses state of the art encryption technology.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 17, 2025

To make sure you don't become the next headline on a cybersecurity blog, you should consider the following layered cybersecurity measures. Comprehensive risk assessments To ensure your digital transformation doesn't outpace your cybersecurity, you need to conduct rigorous risk assessments and system audits.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The best all-around metric for SASE/ZT testing is QoE, as it reflects multiple underlying factors, including performance, error detection, encryption variability, overall transaction latency, and (for ZT) concurrent authentication rate. And since malware and vulnerabilities constantly change, threat models must continually evolve too.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 21, 2022

Evolving privacy regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) mean ongoing headaches for cybersecurity, compliance and risk management teams. Conduct risk analysis. Some regulations require a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating data risk.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 16, 2025

It emphasizes the need for encryption, data governance, and secure information-sharing practices to prevent and mitigate cyber threats. Compliance with the GBLA requires prioritizing data encryption and robust access controls to protect sensitive consumer information throughout its lifecycle.

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Daniel Miessler

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

The Difference Between Threats and Risks. The problem we have as humans is that opportunity is usually coupled with risk, so the question is one of which opportunities should you take and which should you pass on. And If you want to take a certain risk, which controls should you put in place to keep the risk at an acceptable level?

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 28, 2022

From the moment companies let their employees create their own passwords, they transfer their network command and control, financial risks and liabilities to their employees. When a new hire starts a new job, he or she receives encrypted passwords, stored in a digital fortress that only that user can access after multiple levels of security.

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Digital Shadows

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

At first glance, BlackLocks advertisements on ransomware forums may seem similar to other big players, boasting multi-platform support and advanced encryption. Our analysts work closely with customer teams to contain threats and provide tailored risk mitigation strategiesensuring businesses can recover quickly and effectively.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 1, 2022

29, roughly the same time Pyle published a blog post about his findings , ConnectWise issued an advisory warning users to be on guard against a new round email phishing attempts that mimic legitimate email alerts the company sends when it detects unusual activity on a customer account. build and the then-canary 22.9

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Responsible Cyber

MARCH 2, 2025

It works like magicuntil you discover the tool wasnt approved by IT, lacks encryption, and just exposed sensitive customer data to a third party. Its a subset of Shadow ITunapproved software or servicesbut with unique risks tied to AIs capabilities, like data processing, automation, and decision-making.

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Webroot

MARCH 12, 2025

Backing up your data simply means creating copies of your important files and storing them in secure, encrypted locations. Despite all the risks, 20% of people rarely or never back up their data, leaving them vulnerable to irreversible loss. Ensures that your valuable data is encrypted, secure, and accessible when you need it.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

The government says Snatch used a customized ransomware variant notable for rebooting Microsoft Windows devices into Safe Mode — enabling the ransomware to circumvent detection by antivirus or endpoint protection — and then encrypting files when few services are running.

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