NexusTek

JANUARY 17, 2024

Capitalizing on human error and a host of other vulnerabilities, threat actors increasingly exploit weak links in supply chains to gain access to bigger targets up the chain. The malicious code redirects users to a compromised website that hosts the threat actor’s malware. But how to accomplish this?

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Behavior Group

MARCH 6, 2019

Top password manager products have fundamental flaws that expose the data they are designed to protect, rendering them no more secure than saving passwords in a text file, according to a new study (…). The post New Vulnerabilities Found in Top Password Managers appeared first on Behaviour Portugal.

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MHA Consulting

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Most organizations today are justifiably obsessed with cybersecurity, but many overlook their greatest IT vulnerability: their employees. The best way to strengthen a company’s defenses is by providing every employee with security awareness training. Employees are most organizations’ biggest vulnerability when it comes to IT security.

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BCP Builder

JULY 8, 2024

Top Threats to University Security and How to Prepare Universities are vibrant centers of learning, innovation, and community, but they also face a range of security threats that can disrupt operations and endanger students, staff, and faculty. Here’s a look at the top threats to university security and how to prepare for them.

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BCP Builder

JULY 8, 2024

Universities are vibrant centers of learning, innovation, and community, but they also face a range of security threats that can disrupt operations and endanger students, staff, and faculty. Here’s a look at the top threats to university security and how to prepare for them.

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Security Industry Association

MARCH 19, 2024

The potential is great, though challenges remain James Segil is the vice president of marketing and inside sales, video security and access control at Motorola Solutions. The physical and cybersecurity world is dynamic and fast-paced, with security experts constantly looking for ways to automate, optimize and enhance their security efforts.

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Behavior Group

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities People are cautious of physical theft, but the security of digital assets is often ignored. The simplest actions can have devastating consequences for your data security. Outdated software, weak credentials, and malware all create opportunities for data exfiltration.

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Pure Storage

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

With any ransomware attack or security event, there’s going to be a before, a during, and an after. In this article I’ll start with the before of an attack and discuss what you should do and have in place to ensure you’re closing the gaps that create vulnerabilities and in-roads for attackers. Perform good data hygiene on systems.

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everbridge

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

During disasters, distracted, weakened, and vulnerable businesses and individuals are easy targets for cyber criminals. Additionally, the vulnerability of critical infrastructure like power grids, communication networks, and transportation systems during times of crisis makes them prime targets for state-sponsored cyberattacks.

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Pure Storage

APRIL 24, 2024

Compliance vs. Security: Are They Mutually Exclusive? by Pure Storage Blog Are security and compliance best buddies, or are they in a cage match? Isn’t compliance there to make sure that the organization is indeed staying secure—and isn’t that a good thing? It may be time for a security/compliance reset.

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Pure Storage

MAY 8, 2024

A recent report by the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) warned that malicious attackers are already taking advantage of AI to evolve ransomware attacks, posing significant risks to individuals, businesses, and even critical infrastructure. Adapting and customizing in real time. Automating attacks.

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Zerto

MARCH 5, 2024

Slow or No Capabilities for Detection of a Cyberattack Most data protection solutions have some kind of malware or anomaly detection mechanism to determine if you may be experiencing a cyberattack or if your recovery data has been compromised. Unless of course, you recover in an isolated (and preferably air-gapped) clean room environment.

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everbridge

MARCH 4, 2022

While these methods of working offer flexibility to employees, they also mean additional security challenges for Chief Security Officers (CSOs) and their teams. In many cases, the security teams themselves are spread out across various locations. Q: Ransomware and other security threats are on the rise around the world.

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LAN Infotech

OCTOBER 17, 2022

How Keeping Track of Microsoft’s Product Plans Can Keep Your Network Secure. Key Points in This Article: CIOs and IT administrators must ensure that their networks remain free and clear of outdated software applications, which can pose a tremendous security risk. Ensure older software applications have the latest patches installed.

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Reciprocity

JANUARY 3, 2023

For example, if you’re known for being astute in the processing and storing of personal data for customers, your security posture will likely be more thorough, compared to a small company that’s trying out new tactics for optimizing cloud services. How to Strengthen Your Cyber Security Posture. What Is Cyber Posture?

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Online Computers

JANUARY 18, 2022

Technology is constantly expanding, and with new technology comes new ways of hacking into seemingly secure data. As technology advances, people tend to forget about outdated technology and are lackadaisical about security. It’s important to ensure companies are well aware of all possible breaches in order to secure them.

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Solutions Review

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

In this feature, Continuity ‘s CTO Doron Pinhas offers CISOs rely on information from across the organization about security, particularly from the various IT departments. Data about the security posture of their storage and backup systems is either woefully deficient or missing entirely.

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Solutions Review

JANUARY 20, 2022

Sometimes the rush to keep business services functioning meant that security was overlooked, and cybercriminals are ready to exploit these vulnerabilities. It’s important to understand that protecting applications and access is as critical as email security in defending against ransomware and other malware.

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Reciprocity

APRIL 4, 2022

Cybersecurity and information security are often assumed to be synonymous terms. On the contrary, they have several critical differences that security professionals should understand, if you want to deliver the best protection and risk management possible to your organization. Application security. Cloud security.

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Zerto

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

In an era where cyber threats are constantly evolving, understanding the differences between cyber recovery, disaster recovery (DR) , and backup & recovery is critical to ensuring an organization’s resilience and security. Traditional backups lack this defensive layer, making them vulnerable to sophisticated attacks.

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Plan B Consulting

JULY 5, 2021

Physical Security – Some systems may be secure within the plant. However, they can also be remote or unmanned, giving the attacker plenty of time to access the system and plant malware. Remote Access – As systems are often widely dispersed, remote access is more vulnerable to unauthorised access.

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Plan B Consulting

JULY 5, 2021

Physical Security – Some systems may be secure within the plant. However, they can also be remote or unmanned, giving the attacker plenty of time to access the system and plant malware. Remote Access – As systems are often widely dispersed, remote access is more vulnerable to unauthorised access.

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Online Computers

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

An organization’s readiness to respond to or recover from any IT security incident determines whether it will survive or shut down after a cyberattack. Cybercriminals are taking advantage of distributed work environments and expanding their targets, making it tough for IT teams and business owners to secure all potential vulnerabilities.

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Zerto

JULY 14, 2022

According to the Center for Internet Security over the past six months (DEC 2021–MAY 2022), these ten malware variants consistently made up over 60% of all reported malware activity: Shlayer. Ransomware — Ransomware is a type of malware that blocks access to a system, device, or file until a ransom is paid by the attack victim.

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LAN Infotech

JANUARY 2, 2022

Wireless Network Security and Penetration Testing. Wireless network security ensures protection against unauthorized access from the internet connection to the computer or server before it gets to the firewall. This is the first line of defense against unauthorized access and malware. Anti-Malware. Managed Firewalls.

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Zerto

OCTOBER 4, 2021

What makes ransomware so different and more challenging than other types of malware is its ability to severely disrupt the operations of the organizations it hits. Hardening systems by keeping them up to date with the latest patches and detecting malware before an attack happens are both important in preventing ransomware attacks.

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Pure Storage

MARCH 21, 2024

Technical vulnerabilities, phishing campaigns, and social engineering are well-known methods of gaining access. A common technique is to hack into a worker’s email and use that access to impersonate that worker in sending an email to colleagues that’s loaded with malware links.

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Pure Storage

MARCH 21, 2024

Technical vulnerabilities, phishing campaigns, and social engineering are well-known methods of gaining access. A common technique is to hack into a worker’s email and use that access to impersonate that worker in sending an email to colleagues that’s loaded with malware links.

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Pure Storage

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Harnessing Static and Dynamic Code Scanning in DevSecOps by Pure Storage Blog This blog on static and dynamic code scanning in DevSecOps was co-authored by Dr. Ratinder Paul Singh Ahuja, CTO for Security and Networking, and Rajan Yadav , Director of Engineering, CNBU (Portworx), Pure Storage. Department of Homeland Security.

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Zerto

JULY 6, 2023

The Need for Effective Ransomware Detection Ransomware attacks can strike businesses of all sizes and industries, wreaking havoc on their operations and leaving them vulnerable to extortion. Traditional security measures are no longer sufficient, since cybercriminals constantly evolve their tactics to bypass defences.

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Online Computers

MARCH 14, 2024

Having strong security measures to protect patient data is crucial to avoiding the consequences of a data breach. Phishing attacks – Deceptive emails or messages trick employees into revealing sensitive information or clicking on malicious links that can download malware.

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Solutions Review

AUGUST 29, 2024

When this happens, it can inadvertently introduce vulnerabilities into the systems, paving the way for breaches. Changes to port zoning, file shares, LUNs, access rights, backup policies, administrative accesses, and other configuration items can adversely affect the security posture of your storage and backup systems.

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NexusTek

JUNE 1, 2022

As BYOD creates distinct cyber security risks, it is important to understand the nature of those risks and how to contain them. Given these clear benefits, it’s easy to see why BYOD has caught on so widely; however, with these benefits come distinct cyber security risks. How Does BYOD Create Cyber Security Risks?

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Online Computers

JULY 30, 2021

All things considered, Macs remain some of the most secure computing devices on the market. Internet crooks are always seeking ways to exploit any operating system’s vulnerabilities — and that includes Mac’s proprietary operating system, macOS. Myth: Macs do not get malware. Contrary to popular belief, Macs CAN get malware.

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Pure Storage

OCTOBER 19, 2023

These messages claim that the user’s computer is infected with a devastating virus or malware. Maintain system hygiene: Ensure your operating system and software applications are up to date with the latest security patches. These malicious actors have honed their tactics to prey on our deepest fears and vulnerabilities.

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LAN Infotech

MARCH 17, 2022

Ransomware is a continuing problem and a growing threat to national security. Ransomware is a type of malware designed to hold the victim’s information hostage. The ransomware may also exploit network vulnerabilities and spread to other systems, possibly affecting your entire organization’s network.

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Online Computers

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The dynamic nature of the digital landscape means businesses continuously face an ever-expanding array of security threats. From sophisticated malware and phishing attacks to zero-day exploits and data breaches, protecting your valuable information and systems can be a constant challenge.

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