eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 18, 2024

Data Security & Recovery Measures Reliable CSPs provide high-level security and backup services; in the event of data loss, recovery is possible. Users have direct control over data security but are also responsible for backup procedures and permanently lost data in the event of device damage or loss.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Log monitoring is the process of analyzing log file data produced by applications, systems and devices to look for anomalous events that could signal cybersecurity, performance or other problems. How Log Monitoring Works Log monitoring is the process of ingesting log files and parsing them for security and operational issues.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Major cybersecurity events in the last week make clear that hackers just keep getting savvier — and security teams need to be vigilant to keep up. Ransomware groups continue to exploit unpatched vulnerabilities. Now ransomware attackers, possibly affiliated with FIN8, are exploiting unpatched Citrix products to launch attacks.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The dissemination phase consists of active processing and dissemination of the processed data for the purpose of communicating the actionable intelligence for the purpose of ensuring that an organizations defense is actively aware of the threats facing its infrastructure and security defense mechanisms.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 20, 2023

API Security: API security focuses on preventing unwanted access to application programming interfaces by establishing adequate authentication and authorization processes. Backup and Disaster Recovery: Data backup and disaster recovery plans assure data availability and business continuity in the event of data loss or service failures.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Integrating with other security solutions: Combine EDR with SIEM systems, threat intelligence feeds , and other tools to improve overall threat detection and response capabilities throughout your security ecosystem. EDR enables extensive investigations, allowing businesses to learn from prior occurrences and enhance future defenses.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Malware & Ransomware Malware, including ransomware, is another major threat to the banking sector. Ransomware, in particular, locks users out of their own systems or data while attackers demand a ransom to restore access. Malware is malicious software that can infect bank systems, steal data, or even shut down operations.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 13, 2022

Relying on a third party like a managed security service provider (MSSP) to be your eyes and ears delivers the simplicity and efficacy needed for an effective data protection program. Like other security defenses, DLP is also increasingly being offered as a service. Cloud Security Platform Delivery. Key Differentiators.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Incident Response Plan: To guarantee a prompt and efficient reaction in the event of a security incident or breach, develop and frequently update an incident response plan. Security audits and assessments: To find weaknesses in your organization’s systems and procedures, do routine security audits and vulnerability assessments.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

While steganography is often considered something of a joke in capture-the-flag (CTF) events and other cybersecurity defense activities, it can happen in real attacks and can take security defenses by surprise simply by using another layer of cover. Also read: How to Prevent Ransomware Attacks: 20 Best Practices for 2022.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

They strengthen their control and avoid discovery by stealthily gathering security event logs and corrupting Active Directory data, escalating the severity of their damage. Analysts and security software frequently struggle to spot malicious activity disguised as normal ones, complicating intrusion detection and mitigation efforts.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

These platforms make it possible for security teams to analyze consolidated threat feeds from various external alerts and log events. TIPs contextualize these threats, offering security teams more information, usually at a faster rate than vendor threat feeds.

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McAfee

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Uncovering Ransomware Resurgence. As detailed in our August Threat Report , our Advanced Threat Research discovered that new ransomware samples had increased 118% from Q1 to Q2. The most active ransomware families of the quarter appeared to be Dharma (also known as Crysis), GandCrab and Ryuk. Missed this year’s event?

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 29, 2024

All business, operations, and cybersecurity risk management objectives should be concrete and measurable in the reporting stage and each component in the scope should be tied to a business objective to understand what is at risk in the event of component compromise. This management phase builds off of status monitoring and event response.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2024

Organizations adhering to regulatory requirements: Implementing cloud database security enables you to effectively comply with regulations and avoid penalties and legal liability associated with data breaches. Periodically test backup restoration procedures to maintain data integrity and availability in the event of data loss or corruption.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

Take a closer look at the SaaS vendor evaluation checklist below: IT Infrastructure Analysis This phase underscores the value of investing in IT infrastructure security. Cloud infrastructure security should specifically handle layers such as physical assets, applications, networks, and data for complete protection against security threats.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 13, 2021

As the demand for robust security defense grows by the day, the market for cybersecurity technology has exploded, as well as the number of available solutions. Between high-profile ransomware attacks and mergers, it is a time of high stakes and great change for the industry. Security information and event management (SIEM).

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

While cloud service providers (CSPs) offer their own native security, CWPP offers an additional layer of customized protection and management to fit the demands of workloads. It handles cloud security risks that cloud service providers don’t , such as misconfigurations and user connection vulnerabilities.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Some common approaches to automation are: Security Information & Event Management (SIEM): Investing in SIEM solutions helps organizations comply with local and federal regulations, study log data for incident response after data breaches and cyberattacks, and improve visibility across their organization’s environments.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 29, 2021

This year, both events are back with a hybrid flavor to them. The in-person Black Hat event has limited places accommodating less than half of the 17,000-attendee count that typically attend. The in-person Black Hat event has limited places accommodating less than half of the 17,000-attendee count that typically attend.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 28, 2024

Cloud security teams oversee virtual infrastructure and perform automated discovery. Network security specialists monitor traffic insights, while the incident response teams monitor security events. Create and implement remediation plans based on the assessment results to improve your overall security posture.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Security Monitoring Continuous monitoring entails observing activity in the cloud in real time. Security events and incidents are recorded and evaluated in order to discover and respond to potential security risks as soon as possible. Monitoring user logins, resource access, and traffic are all part of this.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Incident responders and managers alike need training before the event. The more aware your team is of popular attack methods and strains of ransomware , the more you can prepare. Train and Drill Prevention of initial breaches isn’t always successful, which makes training for incidents critical.

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McAfee

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Today, enterprises tend to use multiple layers of security defenses, ranging from perimeter defense on network entry points to host based security solutions deployed at the end user’s machines to counter the ever-increasing threats. Executive Summary.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

Enable log management and analysis: Gather and analyze log data from cloud services, apps, and infrastructure components to detect security incidents, abnormalities, and potential threats. Use security information and event management (SIEM) systems : Gather, correlate, and analyze security event data from multiple sources through SIEM.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 29, 2021

For example, amid the heightened COVID-19-related cyberattacks in the initial months of the pandemic, the HHS Office for Civil Rights released a list of privacy and security resources to help providers bolster security defenses and prevent violations of the the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Cybersecurity training should apply equally to basic users and advanced security professionals and be tailored to their needs. Basic cybersecurity training uses cybersecurity training courses to educate about common issues such as phishing and ransomware. IT team training ranges from basic tool training to cybersecurity certification.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2023

SecureWorks’ pentesting services are aimed at sophisticated enterprise security concerns such as mimicking adversaries, exposing the kill chain, ransomware attack simulation, IoT/OT, physical security and insider threats. Your employees will be better equipped to deal with events, reducing possible damage and downtime.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 6, 2023

According to Purplesec, ransomware attacks have increased by 350% since 2018, zero-day attacks were up by 55% in 2021, and out of the 30 million SMBs in the USA, over 66% have had at least 1 cyber incident between 2018-2020. Endpoint security defenses are an important part of this. Cybercrime is on the rise at a startling rate.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

A good policy strategy provides multiple benefits for various organizations, including refining their cloud-related practices to: Adapt effectively to common threats: Outlines clear processes for handling security events. Check out this guide on how to build a robust cloud security strategy.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 9, 2024

While the company patched these vulnerabilities fairly quickly, cybersecurity researchers from several firms, including Huntress , found that these exploits had been used on a large scale by hackers like the LockBit ransomware gang to deploy malware on client devices.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: The value of cyber hygiene in protecting your business from potential ransomware. The line between our online and offline lives is blurring and in a highly interconnected world, societal well-being, economic prosperity, and national security are impacted by the internet. Thu, 09/30/2021 - 07:58.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 30, 2024

This includes: Watching event logs: Security analysts examine event logs for normal trends that indicate a stable environment and anomalies that could indicate a threat or vulnerability. Palo Alto Networks courses: PA provides courses like Fundamentals in Cloud Security and Fundamentals of Security Operations Centers.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As 2023 draws to an end and cybersecurity budgeting is nearly complete, it helps to consider the year’s events and try to predict next year’s trends. 2023 cybersecurity issues will continue: Weak IT fundamentals, poor cybersecurity awareness, and ransomware will still cause problems and make headlines.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Hacktivist alliances also emerge in response to fast-moving events, such as when hacktivists united to deface French websites in response to the arrest of Telegram CEO, Pavel Durov. In some cases, hacktivist attacks may reveal a lack of funding for the security of the structures they attack.

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In Q3 2024, ransomware service provider “RansomHub” emerged as the most dominant ransomware group, taking the mantle from “LockBit” and “ALPHV.” Hacktivist gang “KillSec,” originally aligned with the “Anonymous” hacktivist collective, has recently shifted towards financially motivated ransomware activity.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 4, 2024

State actors actively attack Ivanti, Ubiquity, and Microsoft’s Windows AppLocker, and ransomware attackers probe for unpatched ScreenConnect servers in this week’s vulnerability recap. February 27, 2024 Ransomware Gangs Target Unpatched ScreenConnect Servers Type of vulnerability: Authentication bypass and path traversal.

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