eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Secure key management: Proper management of encryption keys is critical. Ensuring that keys are stored securely and are not accessible through the same air-gapped systems reduces the risk of decryption if a RAMBO attack is successful. You can unsubscribe at any time.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 28, 2024

However, initial reports suggest prominent plugins with thousands of active installations might be involved, raising serious concerns about the overall security of the WordPress ecosystem and the vulnerability of websites built on the platform. Website owners using the compromised plugins are at significant risk.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The fourteen vulnerabilities together expose more than 704,000 DrayTek routers in 168 countries, say researchers from Vedere Labs, the research arm of cyber risk management provider Forescout Technologies. The malware has been active for the last few years, and the researchers warn that it’s possible every Linux server could be at risk.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Vendor risk management and collaboration within the industry further enhance your system’s resiliency. Users are strongly advised to update their installations to the latest version promptly to mitigate potential risks. The fix: Ivanti has released patches for high-risk issues in Connect Secure and Policy Secure.

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Google Security

JULY 22, 2020

CSP has mitigated the exploitation of over 30 high-risk XSS flaws across Google in the past two years. Since the initial launch of CSP at Google, we have deployed strong policies on 75% of outgoing traffic from our applications, including in our flagship products such as GMail and Google Docs & Drive.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

3 Common Types of Cross-Site Scripting Attacks Top 5 Risks Associated with XSS Attacks How to Tell if You’re Vulnerable to XSS Attacks Can You Prevent Cross-Site Scripting? XSS attacks have multiple security and business risks, including credential theft and damaged company reputation. You can unsubscribe at any time.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 29, 2024

Integrated risk management (IRM) is a discipline designed to embed risk considerations for the use of technology throughout an organization. In other words, it links technology spending directly to the value of the resource protected and the associated risks controlled by that technology.

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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. Threats are active attacks that target system weaknesses.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The risk associated with each vulnerability is identified based on its severity score. The security gaps are closed through patching, virtual patching, configuration, debugging, etc. To keep your risks limited to tolerance levels and protect your assets, you must regularly perform vulnerability assessments. In Conclusion.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 15, 2023

Get the Free Cybersecurity Newsletter Strengthen your organization's IT security defenses by keeping up to date on the latest cybersecurity news, solutions, and best practices. Subscribe The post What Is Edge Security? Overcoming Edge Computing Risks appeared first on eSecurityPlanet. You can unsubscribe at any time.

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Dark Reading

JULY 19, 2023

Egress also launches adaptive security architecture, which dynamically adjusts email security controls based on aggregated data including KnowBe4's user risk score.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 17, 2022

“Seems like a potentially significant national security risk, considering that many end users might have elevated clearance levels who are using PIV cards for secure access,” Mark said. Amazon said in a written statement that it was investigating the reports.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

How do we gauge how risky it is and how do we ensure that future APIs are not putting the enterprise at risk? In recent years, as APIs proliferated the enterprise, their existence gave cause to some major security concerns. If we don’t know and are not in sync to what makes a good API, how can we trust what was built?

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 1, 2024

Unpatched instances are at risk of unauthorized access and control to MOVEit systems. Exploitation requires anonymous or authenticated user access, which poses a major risk if not patched. Employing web application firewalls (WAF) can also mitigate SQL injection risks. Approximately 2,700 instances are vulnerable globally.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Microsoft addressed an ASCII smuggling issue in 365 Copilot, and Google and Fortra issued critical security patches for actively exploited vulnerabilities in Chrome and FileCatalyst Workflow, respectively. Enterprises should activate data loss prevention and other security controls to limit hazards in AI technologies such as Copilot.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 17, 2021

I recently had the chance to sit down with Kevin Simzer, chief operating officer of Trend Micro, to discuss two of them: Cloud Workload Protection Platform ( CWPP ) and Cloud Security Posture Management ( CSPM.) Here are the key takeaways: Cloud migration risks. The summer of 2019 was a heady time for the financial services industry.

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Schneier on Security

APRIL 26, 2021

The inherent ambiguity in most other systems ends up being a near-term security defense against AI hacking. What I’ve been describing is the interplay between human and computer systems, and the risks inherent when the computers start doing the part of humans. This, too, is a more general problem than AI hackers.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 11, 2024

When remote workers connect bring-your-own-device (BYOD) laptops, desktops, tablets, and phones to corporate assets, risk dramatically increases. Ransomware remains just one of many different threats and as security teams eliminate key vectors of attack, adversaries will shift tactics.

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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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SC Magazine

JULY 6, 2021

When organizations adapted to long-term remote work, the spotlight was cast on insider risk. Because it’s subject to individual’s behavior, insider risk has become every organization’s most complex security issue. With the right security protocols and technology, employees can become the company’s greatest security defense.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 29, 2022

Some believe it should be a requirement for organizations to have in the event of a cyberattack, while others might prefer to rely on their security defenses and avoid paying a costly rate. The war in Ukraine exacerbated concerns surrounding systemic exposures and accumulation risk.".

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Webroot

APRIL 4, 2022

High-risk URLs are phishing for your data in the most benign of locations. We discovered four million new high-risk URLs were in existence in 2021. With security risks escalating worldwide and a persistent state of ‘unprecedented’ threats, compromises are inevitable. Barrenechea, OpenText CEO & CTO.

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NopSec

AUGUST 15, 2017

The platform facilitates workflow orchestration, and with its breakthrough E3 Engine , it removes noise from your vulnerability data (duplicates, false positives, useless data, etc), then prioritizes them for a holistic view of your risks.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 29, 2024

a company providing governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software, suffered a cyber intrusion. government, Leidos handles sensitive information related to national security, defense, and various federal operations. Nakul Goenka, Risk Officer at ColorTokens, offered this. which Leidos used for its operations.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

This breach, orchestrated by a hacker known as “Satanic,” highlights the vulnerability of even seemingly secure online platforms. The leaked data, which includes names, email addresses, phone numbers, and location data, poses significant risks to the affected individuals. The long-term consequences are equally troubling.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

SOCs are one of the most important functions of an organization’s security defenses, but they are also a heavy drain on resources. The post SOC-as-a-Service: The Five Must-Have Features appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 12, 2024

Industry-specific rules: Check relevant regulations on a regular basis to verify data security compliance , and use DLP to protect sensitive data and reduce regulatory risks. Analyze the storage’s security protocols and scalability. Well-informed employees can better identify and respond to security threats.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The new rules are designed to enhance a firm’s risk management and data protection capabilities. AdviserCyber’s suite of services includes: •Risk Assessment & Management: Comprehensive evaluations to identify vulnerabilities and ensure that all regulatory requirements are met in order to help RIAs make risk-informed decisions.

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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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IT Security Guru

DECEMBER 15, 2022

By shifting security professionals’ mindset from a disparate, tool-based approach to a platform approach, businesses can improve their identity security defenses to protect against the modern threat landscape.” . The deployment of multiple identity management tools impacts security posture and drains productivity.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

These insights emphasize the critical importance of remaining alert and adopting comprehensive security measures to mitigate the risks posed by the evolving landscape of phishing threats. HTML and PDF attachments emerge as common vectors, underscoring the need for enhanced scrutiny of email attachments.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

.” Apple’s iOS 16 includes two new security and privacy features — Lockdown Mode and Safety Check. Wired.com describes Safety Check as a feature for users who are at risk for, or currently experiencing, domestic abuse.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 13, 2022

Relying on a third party like a managed security service provider (MSSP) to be your eyes and ears delivers the simplicity and efficacy needed for an effective data protection program. Like other security defenses, DLP is also increasingly being offered as a service. Cloud Security Platform Delivery. 8 Top DLP Solutions.

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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

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Attack surface management aims to automate the process of discovering, assessing, and prioritizing vulnerabilities and third-party, digital supply chain, and cloud risks. It addresses both internal and external (EASM) risks. CAASM (cyber asset ASM) and DRPS (digital risk protection) are also related terms and elements of ASM.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Natalie Silva, lead cyber security engineer at Immersive Labs, told eSecurity Planet that the Word vulnerability in particular poses a high risk, noting that the Preview Pane is a potential attack vector. “Therefore, applying the provided security updates promptly is strongly recommended to mitigate potential risks.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 10, 2021

A fresh round of updates to reflect the kind of risks and new cyber attacks organizations are dealing with appears to be in order. In September this year, the update happened as the nonprofit Open Web Application Security Project refreshed the content of the OWASP Top 10 2021 website.

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