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China-linked APT Silk Typhoon targets IT Supply Chain

Security Affairs

Silk Typhoon is a China-linked cyber espionage group involved in the cyber attack against the US Treasury. Though not directly attacking Microsoft cloud services, they exploit unpatched apps to escalate privileges and gain access to customer networks.

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Top 12 Firewall Best Practices to Optimize Network Security

eSecurity Planet

The consistent implementation of firewall best practices establish a strong defense against cyber attacks to secure sensitive data, protect the integrity and continuity of business activities, and ensure network security measures function optimally.

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Commenting on the SANS Threat Intelligence Summit 2021 Presentations – An Analysis and Practical Recommendations

Security Boulevard

The dissemination phase consists of active processing and dissemination of the processed data for the purpose of communicating the actionable intelligence for the purpose of ensuring that an organizations defense is actively aware of the threats facing its infrastructure and security defense mechanisms.

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Unmasking 2024’s Email Security Landscape

Security Affairs

Rise of Quishing: A notable surge in phishing attacks utilizing QR codes, or “quishing,” poses new challenges, with attackers exploiting this method for its novelty and user trust. About the Author: Stefanie Shank.

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How to Prevent Malware: 15 Best Practices for Malware Prevention

eSecurity Planet

About 90% of cyber attacks begin with a phishing email, text or malicious link, so training users not to click on anything they’re not sure about could have the highest return on investment (ROI) of any prevention technique — if those training efforts are successful and reinforced.

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Cyber Security in Banking: Threats, Solutions & Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

Cyber attacks or data breaches can quickly make headlines, and the public’s perception of a bank can shift overnight. Strong cyber security measures are crucial for maintaining trust and ensuring customers feel safe conducting transactions and sharing sensitive information with their bank.

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What Is EDR in Cyber Security: Overview & Capabilities

eSecurity Planet

Endpoint detection and response (EDR) is an advanced safety system for detecting, investigating, and resolving cyber attacks on endpoints. It examines incidents, inspects behavior, and restores systems to their pre-attack state. Large enterprises: Use EDR solutions if you have to secure multiple devices across your enterprise.

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