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

eSecurity Planet

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. Step 6: Reboot Reboot your router, if necessary, to apply the changes.

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

SecureWorld News

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.

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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

D-Link DIR-645 Wired/Wireless Router Rev. 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 CVE-2015-2051. CVE-2016-1555.

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Attackers Exploit Flaw that Could Impact Millions of Routers, IoT Devices

eSecurity Planet

Common in all the affected devices is firmware from Arcadyan, a communications device maker. ” Sean Nikkel, senior cyber threat intel analyst at digital risk protection provider Digital Shadows, said it’s concerning that the threat actor behind all this activity is so quickly weaponizing multiple exploits.

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What Is Industrial Control System (ICS) Cyber Security?

eSecurity Planet

Industrial networks include wired and wireless technologies such as Ethernet, Modbus, and Profibus. Patch management: Keeping software and firmware up to date to close security gaps. Firmware manipulation is particularly dangerous because it often remains undetected until significant damage occurs.

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Cybersecurity and its impact on the home

CyberSecurity Insiders

Firstly, always keep software up to date – firmware included. Use higher level security protocols, like WAP2, on wireless networks. The principles that will make the home secure are the same that are used in business. Authentication is key – you need to be assured that only the right people are using your networks.

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What is Incident Response? Ultimate Guide + Templates

eSecurity Planet

Also read: How to Create an Incident Response Plan Best Incident Response Tools and Software Top Vulnerability Management Tools ​​23 Common Types of Security Incidents Understanding the dynamic nature of cyber threats is important, as they can manifest a single isolated attack or multiple simultaneous attacks at the same time.