eSecurity Planet

MARCH 15, 2024

CyberChef allows you to encode and decode data, hash passwords, analyze traffic, and convert data formats. GAU (GitHub Actions Utilities) provides tools to manage GitHub workflows, automate software development operations, and integrate security testing. Its proper usage could result in a safer digital environment.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2024

It requires software protection and, probably most importantly, user education about best practices. While the apps on a personal device are a threat, a much bigger threat are conveniences offered by, for example, Google, which offers to “manage” passwords. Users must be educated in secure password protocols.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches. 583% increase in Kerberoasting [password hash cracking] attacks. 64% of managers and higher admit to poor password practices.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2024

Receive unexpected password reset notifications: Identify unrequested password reset messages as potential evidence of exploited access. Find unidentified devices in security logs: Look for new devices in your account’s security settings that you don’t recognize, which could indicate unauthorized access.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Cryptographic keys can be random numbers, products of large prime numbers, points on an ellipse, or a password generated by a user. For example, The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requires security features such as encryption to protect patients’ health information.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 16, 2024

With cybersecurity becoming increasingly complex, it is necessary to have a good way to handle your passwords to keep all your private stuff safe. It’s got the best security features and is relatively easy to use. It makes dealing with passwords a breeze and tightens your digital life.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

To improve security and prevent unwanted access, best practices include limiting access to authorized users, enforcing strong password restrictions, and utilizing multi-factor authentication (MFA). Ensure that security measures stay effective and compliant.

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Spinone

MARCH 20, 2019

This is especially true in the world of security. The best security defenses can be totally compromised by a single individual making the wrong decision, either accidentally or knowingly. Security awareness training can help to educate end users on the various ways attackers utilize to compromise end user systems.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Prevention: Require multi-factor authentication (MFA) , educate users on password security, and regularly monitor accounts for suspicious activities. Data Categorization: Classify data depending on its sensitivity and apply appropriate security measures. Your first line of defense against threats is a well-informed staff.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Cybercriminals use fraudulent emails, text messages, or websites designed to look legitimate to trick customers or employees into revealing sensitive information like account numbers, passwords, or personal details. Here are five effective cyber security solutions for banks: 1. This drastically reduces the risk of unauthorized access.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Authentication guarantees that users are who they say they are, typically through usernames and passwords or multi-factor authentication (MFA). Firewalls and Network Security Firewalls serve as a barrier between cloud resources and external networks in a public cloud environment.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 7, 2021

While AI increasingly gets used to automate repetitive tasks, improve security and identify vulnerabilities, hackers will in turn build their own ML tools to target these processes. Secure and manage AI to prevent malfunctions.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 10, 2024

This lets threat actors change setups and access sensitive personal information of millions of Cox customers, such as MAC addresses and Wi-Fi passwords. They performed a follow-up security review to ensure that the vulnerability had not been exploited previously.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

Is there cybersecurity training on best practices, including setting strong passwords in accordance with the organization’s policy? Have employees been informed of basic security risks like malware, phishing, and hardware loss, all of which take advantage of human errors?

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

It provides an additional degree of security beyond just a login and password. MFA normally consists of a password, a physical device such as a smartphone, and biometric data such as a fingerprint. Leverage security weaknesses , including weak passwords, out-of-date software, and a lack of staff security awareness.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Cybersecurity awareness training: Educate employees about cybersecurity risks and teach them how to spot potential threats. Enforce strong password policies: Use complex, unique passwords and update them regularly to strengthen system security.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Top 8 IaaS Security Risks & Issues Each of these IaaS security risks and issues highlights the importance of a comprehensive security strategy, including ongoing monitoring, regular audits, and user education to mitigate potential threats and vulnerabilities in the cloud environment.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2024

To prevent malware transmission via cloud synchronization, use strong endpoint security, impose strict cloud service rules, educate staff about phishing dangers, and keep antivirus software up to date. Utilize cybersecurity training programs to easily manage your workforce’s security campaigns and user education.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Broken authentication happens because of poor password creation, compromised password storage systems, and vulnerabilities in the encrypted authentication framework. Educate Developers and Users Provide secure coding training to your development team and consistently deliver security awareness training to API users.

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Authentication Architecture Firewall Threat Detection 109

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

These controls include: Active Directory (AD): Manages users, groups, and passwords as a fundamental access control for an organization and the basis for most other security tools. Cybersecurity training : Educates employees regarding basic best practices to recognize attacks, avoid scams, and protect against breaches or data loss.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS): IDS and IPS both monitor network traffic for signs of suspicious or malicious activity, with IDS identifying security risks and IPS actively preventing them. Email Address By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

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Backups Firewall Encryption Architecture 120

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Resetting your browsers to default settings removes these changes, ensuring a clean and secure browsing environment. Educate Yourself Knowledge is a powerful defense against malware. Log on to your Mac by entering your device password. Being aware of potential risks empowers you to recognize and avoid them effectively.

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Security Through Education

JUNE 7, 2023

With sensitive data, like their usernames or passwords, we can now gain access to internal systems. This scenario shows how a malicious attacker could compromise a target and breach security defenses. This promotes a better atmosphere for education and training rather than a slap on the wrist.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 27, 2024

Here’s how you and your team can accomplish cloud data security: Encryption : The initial step requires the IT security teams to use encryption tools to encode data at rest and in transit using powerful algorithms so that only authorized individuals with decryption keys have access to sensitive information.

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Encryption Authentication Risk Architecture 57

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

If everyone does their part – implementing stronger security practices, raising community awareness, educating people, following good cyber hygiene – our interconnected world will be a safer and more resilient place for everyone. Attackers are also targeting critical sectors like education and healthcare.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

“Organizations will look to understand what apps employees are using, evaluate whether they should be paid for by the company (to control), accept the risk, or block the app… the company can choose to educate (through a warning page) or block the app entirely.”

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