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Beware the Cyber Ghouls: Spooky Threats Lurking in Digital Shadows

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Spooky fact : The infamous Mirai botnet attack in 2016 turned more than 600,000 IoT devices into cyber zombies, leading to one of the most significant DDoS attacks in history. Warding off zombies : Regularly update device firmware, patch IoT devices, and monitor for unusual traffic patterns.

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How to Protect Operational Technology (OT) from Cyber Threats

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 2, 2023

OT systems often come as closed systems with firmware and software installed by a supplier. In practice, however, air-gapping an OT system or firewalling its protected network is only the beginning of hardening its overall security. They are often unknown and dynamic, and, with OT systems firewalls dissolving, coming from more places.

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Top 12 Firewall Best Practices to Optimize Network Security

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Firewalls monitor and control incoming and outgoing traffic while also preventing unauthorized access. Overlapping rules may impair firewall efficiency or expose flaws that allow attackers to circumvent regulations. Choose a centralized platform that is interoperable with several firewall suppliers.

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NCSC warns of a surge in ransomware attacks on education institutions

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.

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Beyond the Office: Securing Home Devices and Networks Against Corporate Breaches

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

It is a vital step towards fortifying your professional (and personal) digital boundaries against cyber threats. Use the administrator account only for maintenance, software installation, or firmware updates. Attention should be paid to protecting routers and updating their firmware. Fully utilize firewall capabilities.

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Exploring the EU Cybersecurity Certification Scheme: A Guide to Common Criteria

Centraleyes

APRIL 7, 2025

Firewalls, Routers, and Switches): Threat Resilience: Devices must demonstrate resistance against known attack vectors, including DDoS attacks, buffer overflows, and man-in-the-middle attempts. Threat Detection: Platforms undergo rigorous testing to demonstrate their ability to detect and respond to emerging cyber threats in real time.

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The State of Endpoint Security Management in 2022: It’s Worse Than You Suspect

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In other words, not having endpoint security is akin to recklessly using connected devices exposed to various cyber threats. Back then, endpoint security focused on computers, which meant the installation of antivirus, malware protection, firewall, and (sometimes) VPN in every computer. Is endpoint security complex?

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How to Prevent Malware: 15 Best Practices for Malware Prevention

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Enable Firewall Protection Your firewall , working as the primary filter, protects your network from both inbound and outgoing threats. Mac and Windows have their own built-in firewalls, and home routers and antivirus subscriptions frequently include them also. This will help improve your data privacy too.

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What Is Industrial Control System (ICS) Cyber Security?

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Security Solutions ICS systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks, so security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols, are vital to protect these critical infrastructures from unauthorized access and malicious activities.

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AT&T Alien Labs finds new Golang malware (BotenaGo) targeting millions of routers and IoT devices with more than 30 exploits

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Ax with firmware 1.04b12 and earlier. NETGEAR DGN2200 devices with firmware through 10.0.0.50. Multiple ZyXEL network-attached storage (NAS) devices running firmware version 5.2, Affected products include: NAS326 before firmware V5.21(AAZF.7)C0 7)C0 NAS520 before firmware V5.21(AASZ.3)C0 CVE-2015-2051. v001 / 3.40(ULM.0)b31

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How to Configure a Router to Use WPA2 in 7 Easy Steps

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

Most of us connect our mobile devices to a Wi-Fi router for internet access, but this connection can leave our network and data vulnerable to cyber threats. To protect against those threats, a Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) encryption protocol is recommended. This will depend on your devices’ and network’s compatibility.

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How Can I Protect My Company From Cyber-Attacks?

Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

As technology continues to advance, so do the risks of cyber attacks. It has become increasingly important for businesses of all sizes to protect themselves from cyber threats. From small businesses to large corporations, no company is safe from a cyber attack. A secure network starts with a strong password policy.

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8 Best Cyber Risk Mitigation Tools You Should Know

Centraleyes

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Cyber risk mitigation is an ongoing process that aims to reduce the impact of cyber threats on your organization. A well-crafted cyber risk mitigation plan includes: Risk Identification: Discovering vulnerabilities and potential threats to your systems.

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DDoS attacks in Q4 2020

SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

After the attacks came to light, the manufacturer promptly released a firmware update for configuring verification of incoming requests. Still, such attacks by year’s end were serious enough for the FBI to flag them in its December advisory as a major threat to teaching facilities. Statistics. Methodology.

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BotenaGo strikes again – malware source code uploaded to GitHub

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 26, 2022

Maintain minimal exposure to the Internet on Linux servers and IoT devices and use a properly configured firewall. Install security and firmware upgrades from vendors, as soon as possible. Figure 9 shows a command to configure a C&C server for a BotenaGo variant. Recommended actions. Conclusion.

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Beware the Cyber Ghouls: Spooky Threats Lurking in Digital Shadows

How to Protect Operational Technology (OT) from Cyber Threats

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Top 12 Firewall Best Practices to Optimize Network Security

NCSC warns of a surge in ransomware attacks on education institutions

Beyond the Office: Securing Home Devices and Networks Against Corporate Breaches

Exploring the EU Cybersecurity Certification Scheme: A Guide to Common Criteria

The State of Endpoint Security Management in 2022: It’s Worse Than You Suspect

How to Prevent Malware: 15 Best Practices for Malware Prevention

What Is Industrial Control System (ICS) Cyber Security?

AT&T Alien Labs finds new Golang malware (BotenaGo) targeting millions of routers and IoT devices with more than 30 exploits

How to Configure a Router to Use WPA2 in 7 Easy Steps

How Can I Protect My Company From Cyber-Attacks?

8 Best Cyber Risk Mitigation Tools You Should Know

DDoS attacks in Q4 2020

BotenaGo strikes again – malware source code uploaded to GitHub

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