Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 24, 2016
Ghost Squad Hackers has emerged as one of the world's most influential indie hacking teams. S1ege, the group's 'administrator,' explains his tactics, how the group works, and the ethics of hacking.
CompTIA on Cybersecurity
OCTOBER 31, 2016
What ghastly horrors are lurking behind firewalls and in dark corners behind flickering monitors this Halloween? Read on to face the frighteningly dark realms of cybersecurity and get five steps you can take to protect yourself today – as well as a particularly useful tool for you and your company.
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Spinone
OCTOBER 27, 2016
Data loss should not be considered as an avoidable accident, as it is almost inevitable that any type of business may be exposed to data loss risks. This article presents cybersecurity tips on the top 5 causes of data loss. Instead, it’s important to have an action plan in place that considers all different risks […] The post Top 5 Causes of Data Loss.
Elie
OCTOBER 20, 2016
In-depth research publications, industry talks and blog posts about Google security, research at Google and cybersecurity in general in open-access.
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Many cybersecurity awareness platforms offer massive content libraries, yet they fail to enhance employees’ cyber resilience. Without structured, engaging, and personalized training, employees struggle to retain and apply key cybersecurity principles. Phished.io explains why organizations should focus on interactive, scenario-based learning rather than overwhelming employees with excessive content.
NopSec
OCTOBER 26, 2016
Now, let’s talk technical. Malicious executable are used to deliver a payload to a victim. These can be very technical packages that can be used for remote access to the victim’s host or can be much simpler making the attack footprint and code smaller by simply prompting the user for a response. Email attachments are one of the best known social engineering attack vectors.
Privacy and Cybersecurity Law
OCTOBER 7, 2016
The United States (US) Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) issued a […].
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Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 24, 2016
TAG Cyber CEO Dr. Edward Amoroso has created a 1,200+ page resource for cybersecurity pros. The handbook includes tech recommendations on 50 controls, interviews, and vendor lists.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 27, 2016
Your Android device most likely contains unused apps that could still use data or fall prey to vulnerabilities. The solution to this potential security problem: delete those apps.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 11, 2016
This year companies were rocked by over 90 million cyberattacks. In 2017 the number could double. Cybersecurity expert Sameer Dixit explains how new innovation leads to increased vulnerability.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 31, 2016
This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Tor, the onion router web browser that allows users to access the Dark Web and other encrypted websites.
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The DHS compliance audit clock is ticking on Zero Trust. Government agencies can no longer ignore or delay their Zero Trust initiatives. During this virtual panel discussion—featuring Kelly Fuller Gordon, Founder and CEO of RisX, Chris Wild, Zero Trust subject matter expert at Zermount, Inc., and Principal of Cybersecurity Practice at Eliassen Group, Trey Gannon—you’ll gain a detailed understanding of the Federal Zero Trust mandate, its requirements, milestones, and deadlines.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 24, 2016
On October 21, a Distributed Denial of Service attack on Dyn took many key web properties such as Twitter and Netflix offline. Here are some more details on the attack and the breadth of its impact.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 6, 2016
For an added layer of security on your CentOS system, you should consider installing Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment. Find out why.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 21, 2016
SBI Securities will adopt the Hyperledger Fabric and work with IBM to test the application of blockchain technology for operational processes and security around bond trading.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 6, 2016
Universities are increasingly including cybersecurity majors and concentrations to better prepare students to fill the many open jobs that exist globally in the field.
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Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 16, 2016
It is impossible to defend everything; the Pareto Principle, also known as the 80/20 rule, is one way for IT security pros to determine what's most important to protect.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 26, 2016
Chrome is starting to flag more pages as insecure. Here are five things every webmaster should know about HTTPS.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 25, 2016
The security risks associated with IoT devices cannot be ignored. If your big data plans include IoT devices, follow these four steps to reduce your chances of a security breach.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 7, 2016
A recently-published infographic from Digital Guardian can help your employees recognize and steer clear of phishing, spear phishing, and social media attacks.
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Many software teams have migrated their testing and production workloads to the cloud, yet development environments often remain tied to outdated local setups, limiting efficiency and growth. This is where Coder comes in. In our 101 Coder webinar, you’ll explore how cloud-based development environments can unlock new levels of productivity. Discover how to transition from local setups to a secure, cloud-powered ecosystem with ease.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 5, 2016
Facebook recently enabled end-to-end encryption for all Facebook Messenger users with an opt-in program called Secret Conversations. Here's what it means and how to use it.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 26, 2016
Eighty-two percent of IT professionals report a shortage of cybersecurity skills at their company. Here are 10 programs spanning all education levels to help you get your start in the field.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 19, 2016
You can use G Suite and comply with HIPAA, but you'll need to spend some time configuring your Admin console settings.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 18, 2016
A new report from Microsoft details the victim demographics of tech support scams, and some of the findings may surprise you.
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How many people would you trust with your house keys? Chances are, you have a handful of trusted friends and family members who have an emergency copy, but you definitely wouldn’t hand those out too freely. You have stuff that’s worth protecting—and the more people that have access to your belongings, the higher the odds that something will go missing.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 19, 2016
Follow these steps to create a configuration file in Apple Configurator 2 that you can deploy to end users or push via MDM to manage settings on devices over-the-air (OTA).
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 17, 2016
It's National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Enterprises of all sizes should take time to educate their workforce on lurking cyber security threats.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 26, 2016
IoT devices powered the attack against Dyn, causing major disruptions to certain web properties. Follow these three steps to secure your IoT devices.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 13, 2016
Metasploit owner Rapid7 is working on making its penetration testing software easier to use, more welcoming for Linux-based techniques, and a better partner to network security controls.
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In a recent study, IDC found that 64% of organizations said they were already using open source in software development with a further 25% planning to in the next year. Most organizations are unaware of just how much open-source code is used and underestimate their dependency on it. As enterprises grow the use of open-source software, they face a new challenge: understanding the scope of open-source software that's being used throughout the organization and the corresponding exposure.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 24, 2016
iOS apps are actually leaking more data than Android apps, with one important qualifier: The countries where the most leaks are happening.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 12, 2016
Today a company's investors don't feel the pain of security breaches, but customers do. In order for security to improve, that needs to change.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 25, 2016
In an ongoing legal battle between St. Jude and Muddy Waters and MedSec, new filings claim that devices created for heart issues are vulnerable to cyberattacks.
Tech Republic Security
OCTOBER 4, 2016
By 2020 the IIoT is expected to be a multi-billion dollar market. With massive scale comes massive security challenges. Security expert Lancen LaChance share his enterprise security best practices checklist.
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The healthcare industry has massively adopted web tracking tools, including pixels and trackers. Tracking tools on user-authenticated and unauthenticated web pages can access personal health information (PHI) such as IP addresses, medical record numbers, home and email addresses, appointment dates, or other info provided by users on pages and thus can violate HIPAA Rules that govern the Use of Online Tracking Technologies by HIPAA Covered Entities and Business Associates.
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