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New PsExec spinoff lets hackers bypass network security defenses

Bleeping Computer

Security researchers have developed an implementation of the Sysinternals PsExec utility that allows moving laterally in a network using a less monitored port. [.].

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Network Security Architecture: Best Practices & Tools

eSecurity Planet

Network security architecture is a strategy that provides formal processes to design robust and secure networks. Effective implementation improves data throughput, system reliability, and overall security for any organization.

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Top 12 Firewall Best Practices to Optimize Network Security

eSecurity Planet

The consistent implementation of firewall best practices establish a strong defense against cyber attacks to secure sensitive data, protect the integrity and continuity of business activities, and ensure network security measures function optimally. Preview the results before making modifications to the firewall rules.

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34 Most Common Types of Network Security Protections

eSecurity Planet

Whether you’re operating a global enterprise network or a small family business, your network’s security needs to be optimized with tools, teams, and processes to protect customer data and valuable business assets. Many of these tools protect resources connected to networks, thus shutting down threats as early as possible.

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What Is Stateful Inspection in Network Security? Ultimate Guide

eSecurity Planet

However, some host-based firewalls , gateways, and specialized equipment also incorporate stateful inspection for specific security use cases to hide high-value assets or block DDoS attacks. Network Security Stateful inspection improves general network and cloud security for all assets screened by the feature.

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A CISO’s Guide to SaaS Security Posture Management

Security Boulevard

As today’s security threat environment evolves, SaaS security posture management (SSPM) has become a key part of a CISO's security defense plan. The post A CISO’s Guide to SaaS Security Posture Management appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Chinese Hackers Breach US Wiretapping Data, Expose Vulnerabilities

eSecurity Planet

Unpatched vulnerabilities: In addition, the hackers may have exploited unpatched software or vulnerabilities in network configurations, which are common weak points in large-scale telecom systems. Regular security audits: Regularly assessing network security measures can help identify and address vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.