eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 11, 2024

Greg Fitzerald, co-founder of Sevco Security , disclosed to eSecurity Planet that their recent State of the Cybersecurity Attack Surface research found “11% of all IT assets are missing endpoint protection.” IoT security protects against direct attacks on IoT devices.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Ponemon chairman and founder Larry Ponemon said in a statement that “Most of the IT and security professionals regard their organizations as vulnerable to these attacks,” and that growing adoption of technologies such as cloud, mobile , big data , and the Internet of Things (IoT) are adding to that risk.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 15, 2023

Edge security provides protection for resources beyond the edge of the traditional network. The fastest growing need stems from edge computing for the Internet of Things (IoT) such as fitness bands, self-driving cars, and retail point-of-sale (POS) registers.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 17, 2021

In pulling off that milestone hack, Paige Thompson took advantage of CapOne’s lack of focus on cloud security as the banking giant rushed headlong into leveraging Amazon Web Services. A slew of new cloud-security frameworks have gained traction since the Capital One hack. It’s going to take a paradigm shift, Simzer says.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 13, 2024

From the other end of the supply chain, many vendors build Cinterion Cellular Modems into their internet-of-things (IoT) or operations technology (OT) equipment such as sensors, meters, or even medical devices. The other vulnerabilities involve mishandling Java applets running on the IoT.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 16, 2024

The problem: The United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has announced a vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint that allows a threat actor to escalate their privileges on the network. The fix: Bitdefender offers a smart home scanner app to locate vulnerable IoT devices.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Customers on this tier will receive Logpush to security incident and event management (SIEM) tools or cloud storage and certificate-based mTLS Authentication for internet of things (IoT) devices. Cloudflare also stands out with ZTNA by default, IoT Isolation, and automated traffic controls and anti-DDoS capabilities.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Endpoint: Enables access for human users and computer services and commonly includes PCs, laptops, Internet of Things (IoT), and operational technology (OT). Internet of Things (IoT) security: Encompasses a variety of tools and techniques to secure IoT, operations technology (OT), and other similar categories of endpoints.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 11, 2023

The trends to adopt Internet of Things (IoT) devices, remote work , and cloud resources drastically increase the amount of communication outside of the traditional network that needs to be secured. exist outside of the traditional network, and to what other resources do they need to connect?

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

ITAM can also play an important role in cybersecurity by discovering and updating assets as part of the vulnerability management and patching process. If your business uses a lot of IoT devices, consider KACE. IT asset management software helps IT teams track and manage all the assets their company uses in its IT infrastructure.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Cybersecurity can be difficult to implement, and to make matters worse, the security professionals needed to do it right are in short supply. Managed IT security service providers (MSSPs) make life easier for organizations by providing outsourced expertise and tools at a fraction of the cost, time, and trouble of doing it yourself.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 14, 2023

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently published an analysis of the top 12 vulnerabilities exploited in 2022. Here’s a roundup of the week’s major vulnerabilities that security teams should mitigate or patch.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Let’s dive into what ICS cybersecurity entails, why it’s vital, and the best practices to secure your systems against increasingly prevalent cyberthreats. What is the Importance of Cybersecurity in an Industrial Control System (ICS)? How Does ICS Security Work? How Does ICS Security Work?

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

Whether you’re operating a global enterprise network or a small family business, your network’s security needs to be optimized with tools, teams, and processes to protect customer data and valuable business assets. Its use of AI and ML makes it possible for security teams to detect emerging threats like signature-less attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Organizations should apply encryption solutions that enhance and complement existing cybersecurity solutions and strategies. Yet, Internet of Things (IoT) devices tend to be designed with the minimum computing resources required to accomplish the designed task of the device (security camera, printer, TV, etc.).

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The past week has been a busy one for cybersecurity vulnerabilities, with 34 vulnerable Windows drivers and four Microsoft Exchange flaws heading a long list of security concerns. A more proactive approach to system security might result from increased awareness.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Barracuda started in the early 2000s with an appliance to provide email security and filter out SPAM. Barracuda SecureEdge can provide accelerated access and strong integrated security policies to protect against malware and secure access between remote users and their applications. Who is Barracuda?

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The past week has been an eventful one for cybersecurity vulnerabilities, from record DDoS attacks and three Microsoft zero-days to vulnerabilities in Linux, Apple, Citrix, and other widely used technologies. Email Address By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Penetration testing is a critically important cybersecurity practice, but one that many organizations lack the on-staff skills to do themselves. Bottom Line: Penetration Testing Services Boost Cybersecurity Penetration testing is a critically important cybersecurity practice for securing applications, networks, cloud environments, and more.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Since Versa Unified SASE is the only top SASE vendor that offers an option for locally installed SASE control software, buyers with strong security needs (military, biotech, etc.) must strongly consider this product. Email Address By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 10, 2024

The problem: The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) discovered an actively exploited OS command injection vulnerability in Oracle WebLogic Server ( CVE-2017-3506 ). Despite the products’ end-of-life status, Zyxel released these updates to mitigate the severity of the vulnerabilities. With a CVSS score of 7.4,

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

While cloud providers often deploy strong security features such as encryption, access controls, and regular audits, the shared responsibility model requires users to also implement appropriate standards to ensure the security of the cloud. CASBs are evolving into secure access service edge (SASE) technology.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Get the Free Cybersecurity Newsletter Strengthen your organization's IT security defenses by keeping up to date on the latest cybersecurity news, solutions, and best practices. Email Address By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 28, 2024

Secure Access to All Assets Traditional network security can only secure traffic rerouted into the local network using VPNs, so many users directly connect to SaaS apps and websites without sufficient protection. Increased Connectivity Requirements As more IoT and OT become connected through traditional and mobile (5G, etc.)

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 29, 2023

Instead of sitting in front of traffic to your network like a traditional firewall, FWaaS services typically use agents on endpoint devices, requiring some admin work on the part of security and IT teams to enroll devices and end users even as FWaaS makes uniform application of security policies easier. Why Is There a Need for FWaaS?

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Attack surface management (ASM) is a relatively new cybersecurity technology that combines elements of vulnerability management and asset discovery with the automation capabilities of breach and attack simulation (BAS) and applies them to an organization’s entire IT environment, from networks to the cloud.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2023

Information technology (IT) MSPs typically provide the easiest path to better cybersecurity because they focus completely on the effective implementation of basic IT infrastructure. Every organization should understand and consider the flexibility offered by outsourcing to one or more MSPs as part of their IT operations and security strategy.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2023

Information technology (IT) MSPs typically provide the easiest path to better cybersecurity because they focus completely on the effective implementation of basic IT infrastructure. Every organization should understand and consider the flexibility offered by outsourcing to one or more MSPs as part of their IT operations and security strategy.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Palo Alto is a top cybersecurity company that pioneered firewall technology and continues to focus on market leadership. Prisma SASE further enforces this capability with robust multi-tenant features and a large number of options to support even uncommon networking and security requirements. Who is Palo Alto?

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) listed the vulnerability in its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog and set a due date of October 10 for all federal agencies to fix it. It could potentially affect IoT devices where the microchips are installed. Ivanti CSA 4.6

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 5, 2021

BAS offers more than just pen testing and red team insights, going further in recommending and prioritizing fixes to maximize security resources and minimize cyber risk. Just a few years into BAS’s entry into the cybersecurity marketplace, vendors range from startups to fast-growing mid-sized companies.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 20, 2023

Number of devices: The number of devices, applications, websites, virtual networks, physical networks, containers, internet of things (IoT), and other elements that may require testing will each consume some amount of time for both the automated tool as well as for the human assessor. “Only 2% of successful attacks are on systems.

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Zigrin Security

AUGUST 9, 2023

They’ll scour your systems with a fine-toothed comb, poking and prodding to find any weak spots or faults in your security defenses. Penetration testers can scrutinize everything from your servers and network equipment to individual workstations and IoT devices. So take a deep breath and dive in! Share it with your friends.

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Cisco Security

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Meanwhile, security teams are also concerned about recent cybersecurity issues including MS Exchange vulnerabilities and the SolarWinds hack. As a result, organizations are further assessing security posture management processes, examining vendor risk management requirements, and testing security more frequently.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

This year the cybersecurity community has also discovered several vulnerabilities in MFT systems that are being exploited in the wild. However, this year the cybersecurity community was much better prepared to counter attacks on MFT systems, so the consequences of attacks involving these vulnerabilities have not been as drastic as last year.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 8, 2024

These vulnerabilities affected diverse areas, including network infrastructure, software libraries, IoT devices, and even CPUs. Traeger addressed unauthorized controls on IoT grills before July 4th. July 1, 2024 OpenSSH Releases Security Updates to Address RCE Type of vulnerability: Signal handler race condition in OpenSSH server.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 4, 2024

Azure-Connected IoT Vulnerable to Remote Code Execution Type of vulnerability: Internet of things (IoT) RCE vulnerability. Microsoft incorporates AMQP into several Azure Cloud Services including Azure IoT Hubs, Azure Event Hubs, and Azure Service Bus.

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