Duo's Security Blog

MAY 27, 2021

That the purpose of security is to “enable the business” — which for higher education means supporting teaching, learning, research, and operational efficiencies. What does transparency look like in higher education? What does lack of trust and transparency in technology and information look like in higher education?

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 11, 2023

Implement a multi-layered approach to protect against potential threats. By using real-time antivirus scanning to detect and neutralize security risks as they enter the trading system, threats can be quickly identified and eliminated. Prioritize continuous threat detection.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2025

Heres what enterprises particularly those in the hospitality sector can do: Invest in comprehensive user education programs to help staff recognize phishing attempts. Implement phishing-resistant authentication methods and multi-factor authentication (MFA) across all access points.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 25, 2020

As jarring as this abrupt shift to remote work has been for countless companies, government agencies and educational institutions, it has conversely been a huge boon for cyber criminals. The Internet from its inception has presented a wide open attack vector to threat actors. Something needs to be done to flatten the cyber risk curve.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 14, 2022

Despite increased public awareness of cybersecurity risks and safe browsing practices, the impact of phishing has increased exponentially – IBM’s 2021 Cost of Data Breach Report found phishing to be the second most expensive attack vector for enterprises. companies rising to $14.8 million in 2021 , compared with $3.8 million in 2015.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The new “Smart App Control” feature will reduce the risk of malicious software infiltrating systems by ensuring only verified apps can run on the PC. This includes strengthening password policies, implementing multi-factor authentication, and leveraging advanced threat detection techniques.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 22, 2024

On July 17, cybersecurity experts gathered at Cecil College for the Cybersecurity in Agriculture Forum to discuss the escalating threats to digital information and privacy across all sectors, specifically agriculture. Cyberattacks can lead to significant financial losses, operational disruptions, and reputational damage for corporations.

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Digital Shadows

MARCH 17, 2025

The ransomware targets unpatched internet-facing servers, impacting systems across 70+ countries in sectors like critical infrastructure, health care, governments, education, technology, manufacturing, and small- to medium-sized businesses. This threat hunt identifies accounts at risk of this attack vector.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In 2023, major ransomware incidents targeted healthcare providers, educational institutions, and large corporations. This significantly reduces the risk of unauthorized access to accounts and systems. These attacks often involve encrypting data and demanding a ransom for its decryption.

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Responsible Cyber

MARCH 2, 2025

As businesses increasingly rely on cloud platforms and applications for collaboration, productivity, and operations, understanding their security features is criticalespecially when managing subscriptions to mitigate risks like Shadow IT, Shadow AI, and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. employees using free accounts for work) and Shadow AI (e.g.,

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Byron: On the software side of things, some exciting breakthroughs are about to gain meaningful traction in leveraging machine learning and automation to shape new security platforms and frameworks that are much better suited to helping companies implement cyber hygiene, as well as execute effective, ongoing threat detection and incident response.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Ensuring that keys are stored securely and are not accessible through the same air-gapped systems reduces the risk of decryption if a RAMBO attack is successful. User Training & Awareness Employee training : Educating employees about the risks of RAMBO attacks and how they can be inadvertently facilitated (e.g.,

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 18, 2025

This level of sophistication underscores why public education is our first line of defense. Cybersecurity professionals further emphasize the importance of public awareness and proactive measures: Education: Informing the public about the nature of smishing scams is crucial.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 8, 2024

Online identities continue to be at risk of vulnerabilities. For individual users, the exposure of passwords means an increased risk of account takeovers, identity theft, and fraud. Credential stuffing attacks, in which bad actors try using a stolen password on other accounts, are a serious risk for those impacted by RockYou2024.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 7, 2025

Check out best practices for shoring up data security and reducing cyber risk. 1 - CSA: How to boost data security and reduce cyber risk Risk assessment gaps. 1 - CSA: How to boost data security and reduce cyber risk Risk assessment gaps. Plus, get tips on how to improve job satisfaction among tech staff.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 20, 2021

How does GreatHorn address these security risks? GreatHorn accurately identifies risk areas, threat patterns, and zero-day phishing attacks using a fact-based detection model that combines artificial intelligence and machine learning. of all their email as high-risk attacks that should be quarantined. The solution.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Related: Adopting an assume-breach mindset With that in mind, Last Watchdog invited the cybersecurity experts we’ve worked with this past year for their perspectives on two questions that all company leaders should have top of mind: •What should be my biggest takeaway from 2023, with respect to mitigating cyber risks at my organization?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 12, 2023

Understanding AI threats Mitigating AI threats risks requires a comprehensive approach to AI security, including careful design and testing of AI models, robust data protection measures, continuous monitoring for suspicious activity, and the use of secure, reliable infrastructure.

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Responsible Cyber

JULY 13, 2024

This shortage not only increases the risk of cyber threats but also strains existing security teams, leading to potential burnout and operational inefficiencies. Education and training play a pivotal role in addressing this gap. New Threat Vectors : Cyber threats are constantly evolving.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 9, 2024

They bring convenience and functionality to our digital interactions but also open doors to various vulnerabilities and risks. So now that we all agree that APIs, while super helpful, can also involve many risks, the question to be asked is, what are those risks, and how can we effectively map them?

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This article explores the workings of the new Linux FASTCash variant, its implications for the financial sector, and how organizations can mitigate its risks. Reputational Damage Banks targeted by FASTCash attacks risk losing customer trust and facing regulatory scrutiny, which can have long-term consequences for their business.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

However, its rapid adoption introduces new risks, requiring businesses to balance opportunities with challenges. Risks are a barrier to adoption Despite its potential, GenAI adoption is slowed by significant concerns, including: Data Security: 60% of organizations worry about proprietary data being exposed through GenAI.

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Anton on Security

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

☣️ Embrace threat-driven appro ach : Study adversary tradecraft in detail before making educated calls on what to detect, and where/how. Take that, Gartner! ;-)) to an actual detection; with as much granularity as possible.

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Spinone

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Some employee security risks can be dealt with through staff training and the implementation of security policies; for example, ensuring all users on the system are educated in password security and follow the company’s BYOD policy. However it is not sufficient to simply educate staff and hope that they follow the rules.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Moreover, encouraging cross-functional collaboration between AI specialists, security professionals, and software engineers can help teams stay ahead of evolving threats. However, education alone isn't sufficient. Cloud security is a multifaceted challenge that requires both strategic planning and operational excellence.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety, on February 6th unveiled Canada's National Cyber Security Strategy (NCSS), a long-term plan to protect Canadians, businesses, and critical infrastructure from an increasingly complex cyber threat landscape.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 22, 2024

Organizations and individuals should be aware of adaptive phishing techniques and implement cybersecurity training to educate users on how to recognize and avoid online scams. Education improves awareness” is his slogan. He is also the author of the book “La Gestione della Cyber Security nella Pubblica Amministrazione”.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 28, 2024

Cloud security issues refer to the threats, risks, and challenges in the cloud environment. Threats are active attacks that target system weaknesses. Risks include potential damage from cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Challenges are gaps and barriers to attaining good security.

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2024

As organizations continue to rely on digital identities for access control and authentication, the risk of identity compromise grows. They can pose significant risks to its operations, reputation, and stakeholders. This precaution helps mitigate the risk of undetected compromised accounts and enhances overall security.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 17, 2023

But your strategy is incomplete if you only secure the perimeter and do not address internal risks. Insider threats are on the rise, and they’re particularly risky as they’re less often reported. What is an insider threat? End users with privileged access present unique risks to your network and data.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Another pressing issue that retailers of all sizes need to address before the peak of the holiday season is the risk of facing a cybersecurity crisis. Retailers are becoming more vulnerable to cyber threats, especially as the industry continues to digitize and more e-commerce businesses emerge.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 10, 2023

It also allows for centralized tracking of firewall activity, which simplifies threat detection and response. Analyze logs on a regular basis to discover unusual behaviors, potential risks, and places for improvement. Without them, incident recovery may take longer, exposing the network to further risks.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Focusing solely on compliance can create a misleading sense of security since current regulatory standards often need to catch up with new and evolving threats, leaving organizations exposed. Likewise, regular training and awareness programs help guarantee that employees understand the risks and know how to respond to potential threats.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 6, 2023

As some of these solutions are pretty low-cost, they potentially offer high ROI considering the enormity of the email threat problem. Uses advanced threat detection techniques like machine learning, behavior analysis , and anomaly detection to identify and eliminate complex threats such as zero-day attacks.

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SC Magazine

MAY 1, 2021

Below is our esteemed panel of SC Awards judges, contributing from health care, engineering, finance, education, manufacturing, nonprofit and consulting, among others. Cedric Leighton is founder and president of Cedric Leighton Associates, a strategic risk and leadership management consultancy. He retired as a colonel in 2010.

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Spinone

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

G Suite data protection by Spinbackup is the most comprehensive solution for enterprise-grade companies and educational institutions. Spinbackup combines cybersecurity and disaster recovery features while protecting you from data leak and loss in one dashboard. Additionally you get one support and one invoice in the same place.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Maintaining user education: Provide constant security awareness training to end users so they may spot potential dangers, report occurrences, and successfully avoid cyber assaults. 10 Key Capabilities of EDR EDR systems improve cyber security through features such as threat hunting, ransomware rollback, and continuous data analysis.

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