eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 8, 2024

DrayTek routers and Linux servers are in particular danger this week, with fourteen vulnerabilities plaguing the routers and a malware strain threatening the servers. Check your vendors’ security bulletins regularly, and make sure your team is prepared to fix vulnerabilities when they’re made known.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Antivirus programs and firewalls are pretty good at catching malware before it can infect devices, but occasionally malware can slip through defenses, endangering personal and financial information. We’ll go over malware removal tools and steps, and offer some tips to keep your devices from getting reinfected.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 18, 2024

When assessing the overall security of cloud storage and choosing a solution tailored to your business, it helps to determine its features, potential risks, security measures, and other considerations. They cited lower risk, enhanced security, and cost savings as they go through migration.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 5, 2020

The United States National Security Agency (NSA) is warning of risks posed by location services for staff who work in defence or national security. The United States National Security Agency (NSA) published a new guide to warn of the risks posed by location services for staff who work in defence or national security.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 11, 2024

” The group behind “Operation Digital Eye” remains unidentified due to the shared nature of malware, tools, and techniques, tactics and procedures (TTPs) within the Chinese cyber threat ecosystem. As a result, this technique may be challenging to detect and could evade security defenses.”

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 15, 2023

The top options for edge security are: Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS) Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) Secure access service edge (SASE) Secure service edge (SSE) Zero trust edge (ZTE) Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS) FWaaS providers generally replace NGFW and SWG appliances throughout an organization. You can unsubscribe at any time.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 28, 2024

Cloud security issues refer to the threats, risks, and challenges in the cloud environment. Risks include potential damage from cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Challenges are gaps and barriers to attaining good security. This botnet is a collection of malware-infected machines that coordinate the attack.

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Webroot

APRIL 4, 2022

Whether you operate a business or spend time online surfing the web, malware remains a concern. In the last year, 86% of malware remained unique to a PC, which has been consistent for the past few years. High-risk URLs are phishing for your data in the most benign of locations. Barrenechea, OpenText CEO & CTO.

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Cisco Security

AUGUST 17, 2021

Now mix in architectural changes that support cloud productivity suites like Microsoft 365 and Google’s G-Suite to accelerate your business to cloud-based email security services. When it comes to safeguarding email against today’s advanced threats like phishing and malware information is power.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Many of the detections were due to malicious attachments and previously unseen threats, showcasing the importance of using innovative security measures YARA Rules Impact YARA rules were pivotal in detecting millions of malicious attempts spotlighting statistical patterns and malware family indicators.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 10, 2024

With malware increasingly targeting macOS, many users wonder how to protect their devices best. The answer is simple: invest in the right anti-malware and anti-virus software designed specifically for Mac users in 2025. This guide will explore the essential tools to help you secure your Mac against malware threats.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Apple pushed an emergency update for a related zero-day last month in CVE-2022-32983, which could be used to foist malware on iPhones, iPads and Macs that visited a booby-trapped website. ” Apple’s iOS 16 includes two new security and privacy features — Lockdown Mode and Safety Check. Monterey), macOS 11.7 (Big

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 8, 2024

To reduce risk, restrict SSH access via network controls, enforce segmentation, and do extensive regression testing to avoid known vulnerabilities from resurfacing. Regularly update and follow secure development methods, particularly in open-source projects. To minimize risks, patch your systems as soon as possible.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Attackers use malware to modify RAM, generating radio signals that can be intercepted remotely. Attackers use these weaknesses to run arbitrary instructions, circumvent security measures, and install malware like the Atlantida stealer. The fix: To mitigate the risks, users must upgrade to EPM 2024 SU1 or 2022 SU6.

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Hacker Combat

JUNE 2, 2022

After a severe ransomware assault has hit them, they devote the necessary time and money to strengthening their cyber security defenses. Employees should undergo frequent cyber security awareness programs to keep them up to date on the latest cyber risks and how to recognize an attack in its early stages.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 1, 2024

Unpatched instances are at risk of unauthorized access and control to MOVEit systems. This bypasses ActiveX warnings and can result in unauthorized access, system takeover, and malware deployment. Exploitation requires anonymous or authenticated user access, which poses a major risk if not patched. to safeguard users.

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Security Affairs

JULY 14, 2023

The source code for the BlackLotus UEFI bootkit has been published on GitHub and experts warn of the risks of proliferation of custom versions. Researchers from ESET discovered in March a new stealthy Unified Extensible Firmware Interface ( UEFI ) bootkit, named BlackLotus , that is able to bypass Secure Boot on Windows 11.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 8, 2024

With tensions between the two countries already high over cyber operations, this incident has sparked a renewed focus on the vulnerabilities in America’s broadband networks and the risks they pose to the nation’s security and surveillance systems. telecom giants such as Verizon Communications, AT&T, and Lumen Technologies.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

However, as ICSs become more integrated with digital networks, their vulnerability to cyberthreats grows, making robust security measures essential to safeguarding these vital operations. Are your industrial control systems secure enough? Understanding your risk landscape helps prioritize security measures.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Perimeter security tools include: Firewalls: Filter traffic and monitor access based upon firewall rules and policies for the network, network segment, or assets protected by different types of firewalls. Cloud native application protection (CNAP) platforms: Secure applications and cloud resources with cloud-native and integrated security.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 31, 2024

AV software blocks malware, EPP passively prevents threats, and EDR actively mitigates network attacks. Prevents, identifies, and remediates risks. Identifies and eliminates known malware. Limited to blocking, quarantining, and removing discovered malware. Basic protection focuses on recognized threats.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Despite all the advances in cybersecurity, email remains the starting point for the vast majority of cyberattacks, as phishing, malware and social engineering remain effective attack techniques. That makes email security software a worthwhile investment for organizations of all sizes. The Complete Protect plan, which costs $6.00

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2024

Although cookies are intended for secure session management, they require protection methods to avoid the risk of misuse and illegal access to personal information or online accounts. Risks & Implications of Cookie Theft How Do You Know If You’re Being Targeted? Table of Contents Toggle How Does Cookie Stealing Work?

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

They enforce security measures to prevent threats and unauthorized access. Understanding the various controls, their applications, benefits, and associated risks will help you gain full, secure operations during and after cloud migration. These controls comprise physical, technical, and administrative safeguards.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 15, 2024

Typically, these vulnerabilities result in remote code execution or denial-of-service attacks, posing major dangers to users’ data security. To mitigate these risks, users must promptly apply vendor-provided software patches and updates, as well as exercise vigilance when using online services and apps. and 7.0.11.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Let’s explore what to expect from the upcoming regulations, provide insights into critical federal and state laws, and offer practical compliance and risk management strategies. These laws aim to establish standards for securing data, ensuring privacy, and mitigating risks associated with digital information.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

The vendor reports show that most attackers want credentials, most malware development is in credential-stealing software, and the market for stolen credentials is booming: Cisco: Found 54% of organizations experienced a cybersecurity incident; and of those incidents, 54% involved phishing and 37% involved credentials stuffing.

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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 provides full cloud security management, reducing risks and protecting assets. Unusual patterns prompt observations and further investigation.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 20, 2024

Keep Your Software Updated Software updates often come with bug fixes for security vulnerabilities that attacks might exploit. Running outdated software increases the risk of being targeted by malware or other attacks. Enable automatic updates on your operating system, web browser, and apps whenever possible.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

This step reduces the risks of illegal access, data loss, and regulatory noncompliance, as well as protects the integrity and security of sensitive information within SaaS applications. Do you understand the potential risks connected with each provider’s integration points?

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 23, 2022

A snapshot of those concerns reveal: Nearly half of CIOs see breaches as their biggest organizational risk. 39% see malware and ransomware as their biggest risk. 68% of IT and security professionals plan to use zero trust for device security; 42% actually do. Securing your devices is key to securing cloud access.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

This deep packet inspection provides the basis for the various NGFW features that improve malware blocking. Stateful Inspection Stateful inspection firewalls track the behavior of active network connections to detect and block potential data and traffic risks. The NGFW will decrypt the data, detect the malicious content and block it.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 24, 2024

Generally, when you adhere to the cloud security best practices , such as strong authentication, data encryption, and continuous monitoring, the cloud can be extremely safe. This is why you need continuous vigilance and risk management. Classify data: Categorize data according to its sensitivity, importance, and regulatory needs.

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McAfee

APRIL 21, 2021

Most of us don’t have responsibility for airports, but thinking about airport security can teach us lessons about how we consider, design and execute IT security in our enterprise. Scan attachments for malware. Security gates and handbaggage check. Facial recognition comparing security gate and plane gate with ticket.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

From there, these tools send alerts to security teams if and when risks are identified. These platforms make it possible for security teams to analyze consolidated threat feeds from various external alerts and log events.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

By analyzing vast amounts of data in real time, AI systems can identify potential threats and mitigate risks more efficiently than traditional methods. This allows organizations to stay ahead of cyber threats, enabling proactive defenses and reducing response times. What Are the Challenges of AI in Cybersecurity?

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 15, 2024

To reduce the risks caused by these vulnerabilities, affected users should apply patches, upgrade software, and strengthen security measures as soon as possible. To mitigate the risk, apply these updates immediately. Notable malware include Gh0st RAT, RedTail, XMRig, and the Muhstik botnet. to 17.1.2).

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