CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 24, 2023

Most were distributed denial of service attacks aka DDoS and a mixture of other attack patterns. Surprisingly, most of the attacks that were launched on the cloud platform emerged from the US, Russia, and war-torn Ukraine.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2024

CISA adds Windows and Qualcomm bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Three new Ivanti CSA zero-day actively exploited in attacks Ukrainian national pleads guilty in U.S. Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 14, 2023

Malicious bots can be used to carry out a range of cyber threats like account takeovers and DDoS attacks, so bot protection is an increasingly important defense for web-facing assets. Bot protection products can also help prevent DDoS attacks. Limited customization options for smaller businesses.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Cyber security plays a crucial role in safeguarding this information from unauthorized access. Encryption, firewalls, and secure access controls are just a few of the measures that banks implement to ensure customer data remains protected.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 4, 2024

Understanding Cybersecurity Cybersecurity involves protecting internet-connected systems, including hardware, software, and data, from cyber-attacks. Cyber threats can lead to significant financial losses , damage to reputation and have serious legal consequences.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

Breach and Attack Simulation Product Guide Top 20 Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) Vendors Penetration Testing Penetration testing is a tried-and-true method of cyber attack simulation. NDR solutions are designed to integrate well with the rest of your cybersecurity solutions stack.

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Responsible Cyber

APRIL 8, 2020

Small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly at risk of cyber-attacks, and often serve as a launch pad for larger threat campaigns, according to Cisco’s 2018 SMB Cybersecurity Report. DDoS Attacks. Ransomware is a type of malware, but others exist, including spyware, adware, bots and Trojans.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Prakash tested this vulnerability on his own account by using a brute-force attack to break into and gain access to information saved on the account, including photos, videos, messages and financial information stored in the payment section. Fifty percent of small businesses have been the target of a cyber attack.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2023

To protect your business’s network from internet threats, implement the following: A next-generation firewall (NGFW) : Installing a firewall between the public internet and your organization’s private network helps filter some initial malicious traffic. Segmentation. They can also be aimed at internal networks.

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SecureList

MARCH 14, 2022

In the webcast, we also provided an analysis of attacks identified using Kaspersky’s honeypot network in Ukraine; as well as an analysis of the APT attacks by Gamaredon, Cyclops Blink, Hades/Sandworm and unknown groups, using commodity malware such as PandoraBlade.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

“We are absolutely committed to ensuring UK academia is as safe as possible from cyber threats, and will not hesitate to act when that threat evolves.”. This summer the NCSC investigated an increased number of cyber attacks on universities, schools, and colleges, most of them were hit with ransomware. ” reads the advisory.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Similarly, poorly designed vulnerability tests can spam your inbox with testing emails and impact the performance of your website due to unnecessary load (similar to DDoS). For an added layer of security, the SiteLock TrueShield Web Application Firewall (WAF) prevents malicious traffic from even getting in.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 8, 2021

By taking a proactive stance against the most common cyber vulnerabilities and security misconfigurations, you can prevent many cyber attacks from happening. Solution : Use a web application firewall , automated scanning and keep your software up-to-date to work against this common vulnerability. Missing data encryption.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

History of MSSPs As internet service providers (ISPs) and telecommunications companies (telecoms) began offering commercial access to the internet in the late 1990s, they began to also offer firewall appliances and associated managed services. As cyber attacks continue to increase in number and sophistication, the need for MSSPs grows.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

DDoS Attacks How they occur: Distributed Denial of Service ( DDoS ) attacks overload cloud and network systems, interrupting access and triggering service disruptions. By shortening the period between patch release and implementation, the opportunity for cyber attacks is reduced.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 28, 2024

Some of the biggest threats in cloud security are DDoS attacks, cloud storage buckets malware, insider threats, and APT attacks. Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) Attacks DDoS attacks flood cloud services with excessive traffic, rendering them inaccessible to users.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 22, 2024

In response to growing threats posed by increasing digitalization and the surge in cyber-attacks, the EU adopted NIS2 to strengthen security requirements and cyber resilience. NIS2 expands the original NIS Directive to cover more industry sectors, with additional risk-management measures and incident reporting obligations.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Controls can be anything from good password hygiene to web application firewalls and internal network segmentation, a layered approach that reduces risk at each step. Web application firewalls (WAF) serve as a barrier to protect applications from various security threats. These tests typically use vulnerability scanners.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

With that in mind, let’s cover what you need on your cyber security checklist to protect yourself, your customers, and your company overall. Set Your Site Up for Success with a Web Application Firewall (WAF). Is Your Website Secure? This list is far from exhaustive in terms of what you can do to keep your website secure.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2024

This security approach protects against common threats like data breaches, DDoS assaults, viruses, hackers, and unauthorized access in cloud environments. These types are layered security that work together to create a fully secure architecture that reduces risks and secures sensitive data in cloud settings from attacks and vulnerabilities.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 16, 2022

SOAR builds on SIEM (security information and event management) systems’ ability to ingest logs from hardware and software to look for threats and to provide a centralized management and response interface for security tools like EDR and firewalls. Hundreds of third-party plugins to firewalls, antivirus, and ticketing systems.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Launching DDoS attacks. Use a web application firewall (WAF) to block bad bots looking for vulnerabilities. Block malicious bots with a web application firewall (WAF). Stealing sensitive customer data, like social security numbers or payment information. Compromising a website user’s login information. Creating spam.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data. A firewall can be effective in stopping the spread of worms through network endpoints. Warning signs. NotPetya shook the entire world in June 2017.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 29, 2022

IT asset management aka ITAM counts among the key components of a vigilant, full-fledged security strategy — because it allows your security staff to retain a real-time database of IT assets and the related attack vectors. . Let us now see how you can make the best use of ITAM to minimize cyber attacks. Source . .

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 14, 2023

Most hosting providers already support enhanced security measures such as DDOS Protection and HTTPS. A website must also be resilient against cyber attacks, hackers, and data breaches. Data breaches, cyber attacks, hacking, and other disastrous online calamities have been on the rise in recent years.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 12, 2024

They can also block malicious requests, protect against Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks, and serve as a first line of defense in a network security strategy. Read how the HYAS Threat Intelligence team uncovered and mitigated a Russian-based cyber attack targeting financial organizations worldwide.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

From mining cryptocurrency to launching DDoS attacks against networks, there are countless ways in which malware can access and utilize victim’s computers and data. A firewall can be effective in stopping the spread of worms through network endpoints. Warning Signs of Malware Infection.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Endpoint security and firewalls are two foundational elements of enterprise security, but with remote work , IoT devices and more expanding the boundaries of the network edge , centralized management and response tools increasingly have become a core security component too.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 15, 2023

This involves assessing how likely it is that a vulnerability could be exploited by a cyber threat, as well as the potential impact of an exploit on your organization. For example, you may identify a potentially serious vulnerability that could turn into a DDoS attack if exploited, so it will be prioritized over a less severe vulnerability.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Clearly, traditional firewalls and antivirus systems will not be sufficient; the complex IIoT infrastructure demands something more advanced. For example, a hijacked smart meter can infect other smart meters and eventually enable attackers to take control of an entire enterprise energy management system. .

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

In addition, Cado Security researchers in a blog post also noted a tweet from cybersecurity researcher German Fernandez, who found that the infamous DDoS Mirai botnet – known for taking advantage of insecure Internet of Things (IoT) devices – also is exploiting OMIGOD.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 21, 2018

While such an attack is relatively massive, it is no longer uncommon or unexpected. . Do the increased attacks mean the industry is becoming accustomed to IoT cyber attacks? Three avenues of attacks will continue growing rapidly over the coming year. Regulatory Efforts Will Increase.

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SiteLock

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Adding Web Application Firewalls (WAF) and DDoS protection to your website also ensures that shoppers can browse your site without malicious bots and swarms blocking good site traffic. The SSL certificate offers consumers security and is one of the factors Google considers when ranking websites in search results.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Government of Bermuda blames Russian threat actors for the cyber attack City of Dallas has set a budget of $8.5 Government of Bermuda blames Russian threat actors for the cyber attack City of Dallas has set a budget of $8.5 Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

President Joe Biden for “massive cyberattacks” aimed at disrupting the Russian invasion – initial reports of cyber attacks have in some cases been destructive and damaging, but not anywhere near anyone’s worst-case fears of utility system attacks, for example. Firewalls work both ways.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Exploit – a weak spot in a computer system, which can be used to attack this system. Firewall – a network security system that filters unsanctioned incoming and outgoing traffic. Data protection – a set of methods aimed to safeguard private information from getting into the wrong hands.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Lastly, if your business does become victim to a cyber attack, respond appropriately in a transparent manner and take full responsibility – even if the hack wasn’t your intentional doing. Once in, computers were used as part of a greater (and more dangerous) effort to create botnets and conduct DDOS attacks.

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