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A week in security (July 19 – August 1)

Malwarebytes

UDP Technology IP Camera firmware vulnerabilities allow for attacker to achieve root. Source: The New York Times) NSA issues guidance on securing wireless devices in public settings. Source: ZDNet) We can’t believe people use browsers to manage their passwords, says maker of password management tools.

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How to Configure a Router to Use WPA2 in 7 Easy Steps

eSecurity Planet

WPA2 is a security protocol that secures wireless networks using the advanced encryption standard (AES). WEP and WPA are both under 4%, while WPA2 commands a 73% share of known wireless encryption connections. If this option is not available, you may need to upgrade the router firmware.

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Beyond the Office: Securing Home Devices and Networks Against Corporate Breaches

SecureWorld News

Use the administrator account only for maintenance, software installation, or firmware updates. Opt for strong, hard-to-crack passwords. Consider using dedicated password manager apps. Attention should be paid to protecting routers and updating their firmware. Upgrade your router if it does not support WPA3.

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Network Protection: How to Secure a Network

eSecurity Planet

Improved Passwords: Organizations seeking improved security will typically increase password strength requirements to add complexity or more frequent password rotation. Password managers aid users in meeting more stringent requirements, and can enable centralized control as well.

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Spotlight: CTIA’s IoT Cybersecurity Certification is a Big Deal. Here’s why.

The Security Ledger

Introduced in August, 2018, the CTIA Cybersecurity Certification Program for Cellular Connected Internet of Things devices is being promoted as a way to protect consumers and the nation’s wireless infrastructure from harm caused by insecure IoT endpoints. But what does the standard entail and how are products evaluated?

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What is Incident Response? Ultimate Guide + Templates

eSecurity Planet

Password attacks: These involve various methods to obtain or crack passwords, including brute force attacks, dictionary attacks, or credential stuffing. There are multiple password management solutions that are readily available in the market to help you protect your passwords with the help of passkeys.

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10 Network Security Threats Everyone Should Know

eSecurity Planet

Have regular conversations about cybersecurity in manager and employee one-on-one meetings. Install software like password managers to help employees manage their credentials safely. Use secure connections for all wireless networks. Unpatched vulnerabilities on network firmware are an open door for attackers.