Malwarebytes

MAY 13, 2021

Many people assume that WiFi is short for “wireless fidelity” because the term “hi-fi” stands for “high fidelity.” ” Some members of the WiFi Alliance, the wireless industry organization that promotes wireless technologies and owns the trademark, may even have encouraged this misconception.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 10, 2024

AirDrop hashing is weaksauce: Chinese citizens using peer-to-peer wireless comms “must be identified.” The post China Cracks Apple Private Protocol — AirDrop Pwned appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 20, 2023

They empower organizations to better understand and manage the intricacies of modern network security, allowing for a stronger security posture and efficient use of resources. Firewalls primarily serve to protect against undesirable or malicious network traffic. Why should you invest in a next-generation firewall?

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

I❤️POE: Does your home security need a rethink? Wireless cameras are kinda useless, say cops. The post ALERT: Thieves❤️Wi-Fi Camera Jammers appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Check Point experts discovered a high-severity flaw in Philips Hue Smart Light Bulbs that can be exploited to gain entry into a targeted WiFi network. The malware could move laterally and infect other systems in the target network. ZigBee is an IEEE 802.15.4-based ” reads the report published by CheckPoint.”Our

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 10, 2020

Orange Belgium is using Huawei equipment since 2007 for its mobile network in Belgium and Luxembourg, while the collaboration between Proximus and the Shenzhen-based company started in 2009 for the progressive upgrading of its network. The Chinese giant was already excluded by several countries from building their 5G internet networks.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 22, 2023

Networks connect devices to each other so that users can access assets such as applications, data, or even other networks such as the internet. Network security protects and monitors the links and the communications within the network using a combination of hardware, software, and enforced policies.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 9, 2022

It all started in September 2022 when wireless services giant Optus announced it had suffered a data breach. In the last few months, the citizens of Australia have been harshly awoken to the real consequences of cybercrime. The initial disclosure came from the CEO, and she explained that breach investigations were still ongoing but that.

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Google Security

AUGUST 8, 2023

Hardening network security on Android The Android Security Model assumes that all networks are hostile to keep users safe from network packet injection, tampering, or eavesdropping on user traffic. In the United States, for example, most major carriers have shut down 2G networks.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 28, 2023

Originally designed as a network access control (NAC) solution, Aruba ClearPass continues to evolve into a portfolio of network security tools. Even as the capabilities expand, ClearPass continues to deliver on its central purpose of controlling network access at scale. Who is Aruba?

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 2, 2021

A next-generation firewall (NGFW) is an important component of network security and represents the third generation of firewall technology. To add to the stateful inspection of network traffic and access control , NGFWs can block modern, sophisticated threats like application-layer attacks and advanced malware.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 28, 2023

As enterprise IT environments have expanded to include mobile and IoT devices and cloud and edge technology, new types of tests have emerged to address new risks, but the same general principles and techniques apply. This ensures the entirety of the network and its endpoints are marked for testing and evaluation.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 13, 2022

To help you improve your organizational communications security, consider the following tips: Implement network security controls. Network security should be managed and controlled to protect your organization from threats that may originate externally or internally. This includes all approved wireless networks.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In a recent scrutiny of Sierra wireless routers, Forescout’s Vedere Labs uncovered 21 novel vulnerabilities that, though relatively straightforward to exploit, pose historical challenges for enterprises to rectify.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In an example from last year, lack of risk-based adoption of cloud software and lack of controls to prevent access to ICS networks caused service disruption at a US drinking water treatment facility, where cyber-attack via poorly controlled cloud software (desktop sharing) had increased sodium hydroxide levels in drinking water [v].

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 23, 2022

Delivers consolidated management of all next-generation firewall (NGFW), software defined wide area network (SD-WAN) , switching and wireless policies from anywhere with a single cloud management and analytics platform. Barracuda includes access to a fully staffed security operations center to address the latest threats.

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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? These networks enable data exchange between PLCs, RTUs, SCADA systems, and HMIs.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Some of these tools can also be used to monitor routers, switches, server traffic, network hardware, and even networks as a whole. A Wi-Fi sniffer is a specific type of network analyzer or packet sniffer that is designed to work with wireless networks. What is a Wi-Fi sniffer?

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 23, 2024

The bad actor who hacked into the X account of the Securities and Exchange Commission earlier this month gained access through a SIM swapping attack on the agency’s phone linked to the account. A SEC spokesperson in an update this week on the incident said the attacker was able to convince the unnamed wireless carrier.

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Pen Test

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Its primary goal is to meticulously identify vulnerabilities inherent within wireless communication systems (Smith & Johnson, 2018). This specialized form of testing has emerged as a crucial tool for evaluating the security of wireless networks and assessing their resilience against potential cyber-attacks (Davis & Brown, 2020).

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

This article looks at the top IoT security solutions, current commercial features, associated risks, and considerations for organizations choosing an IoT vendor. Jump to: Consideration for Choosing an IoT Security Solution Top IoT Security Vendors and Solutions What Are IoT Security Solutions?

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 20, 2022

The largest risk is that IoT systems – think water control or pipelines – could be controlled by a threat actor to cause physical damage, loss of life or enable terrorism. Vulnerable IoT devices also pose a threat that they can be used as entry into a network to then laterally move to sensitive corporate data or other systems.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 7, 2022

To help you find the best endpoint security solutions in the market, Cybersecurity Insiders has compiled the essential list of the best endpoint security vendors in 2022. Broadcom’s category-leading product portfolio serves critical markets including data center, networking, software, broadband, wireless, storage and industrial.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 18, 2024

This article covers everything you need to know about networking fundamentals — from how computer networks function and the types of networks to essential devices, IP addressing, network security, and best practices for network management. What is a Computer Network?

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

RansomHub used multiple vulnerabilities to launch ransomware attacks, emphasizing the critical need for updates and strong security measures. Organizations and end users need prompt patching and thorough security policies to protect systems and data from high-risk vulnerabilities.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 17, 2021

The world recently came face-to-face with supply chain risk when nation-state hackers breached government and business alike through SolarWinds servers and other attack vectors. SC Media spoke to TIA CEO David Stehlin about the risks, and how an emerging standard could thwart them. We’re calling it, Supply Chain Security 9001.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 15, 2022

The goal is not to be stealthy but to assess risks from the inside, like how hackers would deploy their attack after breaking into a network. This section is for advanced analysis tools and fuzzers you can use to look deeper into your network and find vulnerabilities. Very specific, which can be confusing for beginners.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 10, 2021

“Given that most people may not even be aware of the security risk and won’t be upgrading their device anytime soon, this attack tactic can be very successful, cheap and easy to carry out.” ” Should Updates Be Automated?

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 20, 2023

Vulnerabilities that could potentially be used by attackers to obtain unauthorized network access, steal data, or harm a system or network are identified and analyzed using a variety of tools and technologies. To do that properly, you need to know where your biggest risks are and your most valuable assets.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2022

The emergence of SD-WAN and SASE technologies bundled together has led many vendors to address both advanced routing and network security vendors for clients. Networking specialists like Cisco and HPE’s Aruba are moving deeper into security. Palo Alto Networks.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

However, even in smaller networks, these basic defenses can leave a gap for attackers to exploit. Some tools offer decryption capabilities, but this process can reduce performance and, ironically, introduce a security risk. This equipment usually cannot be protected by antivirus solutions or device-specific firewalls.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 25, 2022

Unified threat management (UTM) offers something approaching total security in a box for small and midsize enterprises (SMEs), combining multiple network security functions in a single appliance. Some even predict it will all head to the cloud with Secure Service Edge /Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 15, 2024

The recent Federal Communications Commission (FCC) settlement with TracFone Wireless, Inc. TracFone) for $16 million highlights a critical vulnerability within the mobile telecommunications industry: API security. While these APIs offer valuable functionalities, they also introduce security risks.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 18, 2021

This has given rise to a large number of open source security tools. They take care of all aspects of the management of security in open source components, examine dependencies, fix bugs in code, and lower risk. The editors of eSecurity Planet find the following 20 open source security tools to be particularly useful.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 12, 2023

This vulnerability management policy defines the requirements for the [eSecurity Planet] IT and security teams to protect company resources from unacceptable risk from unknown and known vulnerabilities. Broader is always better to control risks, but can be more costly.] Vulnerability Management Policy & Procedure A.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 9, 2023

Run the industry’s fastest scans to discover all risks. • with TruRisk is an enterprise-grade cyber risk management solution. Powered by the Qualys Cloud Platform, the vulnerability management tool enables you to prioritize assets, groups of assets, and vulnerabilities based on business risk. Qualys VMDR 2.0 Key Differentiators.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

To identify the best attack surface management tools for enterprise, cybersecurity decision makers must understand what attack surface management is, and the types of attack surfaces they need to secure. These features work together to help reduce and manage risk. What Is Attack Surface Management?

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