eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 20, 2024

When creating passwords, use at least 12 characters, combining uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special symbols. Using a password manager can help you generate and store complex passwords without remembering each one. Running outdated software increases the risk of being targeted by malware or other attacks.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2024

Keeper and Dashlane are top password managers prioritizing multi-layered encryption systems for secure password sharing. Keeper emphasizes extensive security measures and is a more affordable option, while Dashlane promotes a user-friendly interface and robust administrative tools perfect for streamlining logins.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 7, 2022

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. Here are our picks for the top 20 cybersecurity software vendors plus 10 honorable mentions – with the caveat that at least a couple of those 30 companies are likely to merge.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 17, 2023

Network security is an umbrella term for all facets of your network’s cybersecurity posture, with an emphasis on developing and using policies, procedures, best practices and tools that safeguard every piece of your network’s overall infrastructure. It is one component of the greater vulnerability management framework.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Look for Reliable Sources: Download software only from reputable sources and official websites. Avoid third-party platforms that might disguise malware as legitimate software. Utilize Ad Blockers: Shield yourself from potentially malicious ads by using ad-blocking software.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 15, 2024

Threats range from severe weaknesses in Ivanti’s VPN appliances to zero-day exploits in popular software such as Palo Alto Networks’ PAN-OS and Telegram’s Windows client. Typically, these vulnerabilities result in remote code execution or denial-of-service attacks, posing major dangers to users’ data security.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 28, 2024

Table of Contents Toggle How Hackers Gained Control Website Takeover: Potential Consequences of the WordPress Plugin Breach Affected Plugins & Resources Indication of Compromise Proactive Measures for Securing Your Website How Hackers Gained Control The recent WordPress plugin compromise involved a sophisticated attack strategy.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 14, 2024

Keeper and LastPass are password managers best fit for small to medium organizations, providing fundamental password management and login functionality. Both solutions improve password protection; however, their focus differs. LastPass highlights user experience, whereas Keeper promotes better security.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 16, 2024

It’s got the best security features and is relatively easy to use. Whether you’re a business or just someone trying to keep track of your online accounts, 1Password is like the Swiss Army knife for password management. It makes dealing with passwords a breeze and tightens your digital life.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

Compromised Credentials Compromised identities from phishing, info stealers, keyloggers, and bad password habits provide the entry point for most ransomware attacks and data breaches. Identity and access management (IAM) : Helps improve management of users, single-sign-on (SSO), and more in Active Directory through automated workflows.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Best Practices for Security In addition to enabling 2FA and setting up SVN passwords, developers should adopt other security best practices to safeguard their accounts further: Use strong passwords: Ensure that passwords are unique, long, and complex, and avoid reusing passwords across multiple platforms.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

PC Matic : Better for ease of use and administration (starts at $50 annually for 5 devices) Norton Antivirus : Better overall for home security and small startups (starts at $49.99 PC Matic’s core security features include endpoint scans, antimalware, ad blocking, and automated software updates.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2024

Deploy Information-Stealing Malware Malicious actors deliver malware via phishing emails that you open or by exploiting software flaws. Receive security software alerts: Inspect any antivirus or security software alerts regarding detected network threats or suspicious activities in your browser.

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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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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 24, 2019

In the spirit of National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), my colleague Ashvin Kamaraju wrote about how organizations can use fundamental controls to secure their information technology. Effective digital security doesn’t end at “Secure IT,” however. So how do organizations get started? Employ Device Encryption.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2024

. • Security team • Apps team • Penetration testers • Deploy vulnerability scanning tools and pentesting frameworks. Follow the secure coding principles. DBA • Infrastructure Team • Setup backup and recovery software. Security team • DBA • Infrastructure team • Incident Response Team • Build disaster recovery templates. •

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 12, 2024

Consider these factors: Sensitive data handling: Determine whether your company handles customers’ personally identifiable information (PII), proprietary software code, product designs, or any other unique creations crucial for your company’s competitive edge. Proofpoint’s 2024 data loss landscape report reveals 84.7%

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2024

It requires software protection and, probably most importantly, user education about best practices. Log out and put up with the annoyance of a suitable password. Note that this post from Boston University suggests using a password manager, which gives anyone who can log in to the phone access to all the connected apps.)

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption can also be found incorporated into a variety of network security and cloud security solutions, such as cloud access security brokers (CASB), next-generation firewalls (NGFW), password managers , virtual private networks (VPN), and web application firewalls (WAF).

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

It also sends users breach alerts through its own password manager, ExpressVPN Keys. It doesn’t clarify whether the VPN has password management features or integrations. ExpressVPN also uses AES-256 encryption and does have its own password manager , ExpressVPN Keys. month • SurfShark One: $3.39/month

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Users can establish a symmetric key to share private messages through a secure channel, like a password manager. Unfortunately, while symmetric encryption is a faster method, it is also less secure because sharing the key exposes it to theft. It was updated by Chad Kime on December 7, 2023.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Some of the most important controls to consider will fall into these 4 categories: Technical Controls : This covers both hardware and software that is used to protect systems, networks and organizations. Endpoint security defenses are an important part of this.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Table of Contents Toggle How Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) Work Categories of VPN Understanding VPN Security 5 Benefits of Using a VPN 5 Drawbacks of VPNs 4 Types of VPN Connection Who Needs a VPN? Google’s Chrome browser incorporates a password manager. There is open-source software available to create your own.

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