Dataconomy

JUNE 27, 2023

Cyber hygiene is the practice of adopting good cybersecurity habits and measures to protect digital systems and data from cyber threats ( Image credit ) What is cyber hygiene? Enable two-factor authentication Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to your accounts.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

Whether it is ransomware, other types of malware, or any number of cyberattacks, threat actors keep inventing new techniques to cause disruption. In a blog post, Neel Mehta, Information Security lead for Google, explains how a hacker has managed to break certificate code parsing to invade email inboxes and infect users with malware.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Even though email phishing – deceptive messages designed to trick a person into sharing sensitive data (or even money) or inject malicious software into the recipient’s system – is one of the oldest tricks in the book, email cyberattacks account for 90% of all data breaches even today, according to research by Hoxhunt.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 28, 2020

But the bank left out a critical detail about the software: it included malware.". Now, the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) is jumping on the concerns surrounding this Chinese malware whack-a-mole. Since at least March 2019, Baiwang released software updates which installed a driver automatically along with the main tax program.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 18, 2020

The FBI, CISA, and MS-ISAC also revealed that many of these attacks are extortion based: "In these attacks, malicious cyber actors target school computer systems, slowing access, and—in some instances—rendering the systems inaccessible for basic functions, including distance learning. Use multi-factor authentication where possible.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

It has also agreed to strengthen its information security program through a series of steps, which must be done within 180 days of the agreement. In 2014, hackers accessed the company's network and installed malware to the self-checkout point-of-sale system. The Home Depot data breach and agreement.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 2, 2022

New research from security firm CloudSEK shows that more than 3,200 mobile applications were leaking Twitter API (Application Program Interface) keys, which can be used to gain access and take over user accounts. Along with OAuth, Twitter API also uses controls such as app-based authentication and user-based authentication.

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CIO Business Intelligence

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Hackers take advantage of out-of-date systems, software, and known security issues. However, outdated operating systems can be more vulnerable to security risks because they may lack the latest security updates and patches, serving as an entry point for hackers to infiltrate networks.

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Cloud Musings

DECEMBER 14, 2014

The resulting breaches occur primarily through malware, including Trojan horses, adware, worms, viruses and downloaders [6]. Malware is malicious software created for egregious objectives. Malware is intended to be quiet and hidden as it enters environments and is executed. Most Active Malware Today.

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CIO Business Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

As a result, the potential for malware to become resident on home computers is increasing.”. Locandro highlights the need to focus on the securing the edge with cyber products which cover “end point” protection, two-factor authentication as well as employees keeping up to date with virus protection software on home computers.

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CTOvision

MARCH 17, 2015

1 area of spending increase in 2015, with nearly half (46%) planning to invest more in access control, intrusion prevention, and virus and malware protection. Multi-factor authentication for both cloud-based accounts and on-premise Active Directory will now be part of Windows, rather needing a hardware solution to complete.

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Galido

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

You use a great email scanner and anti-virus program. And you’ve enabled two-factor authentication. Potential clients visit your site, and their systems are attacked by malware. Run regular scans on your site to check for malware or signs that it’s been hacked. You’re a smart business owner. The Impact on Clients.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 24, 2023

When a user tries to access a service, the system compares the password they enter to the encrypted version it holds. In addition to hashing, many systems also use a process called "salting" to enhance the security of password encryption further. Access is granted only if the two match. Why is password encryption necessary?

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Kitaboo

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The modern education system requires students to give and receive a wide variety of data that helps educators better understand them. Third-party DRM solutions offer robust authentication and encryption measures, preventing piracy or unauthorized access. They can be used as a backdoor for hackers or potentially contain malware.

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CTOvision

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Spanning a wide range of malicious activities from destructive malware and denial of service attacks, to the theft of intellectual property and even espionage, cyber threats pose a significant risk to any business. Specialized tools also aid in forensic examination to determine how systems were intruded upon and what the damage was.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Leveraging vendor donation programs Many tech companies offer discounted or donated products to nonprofits to help them stay safe and secure. These programs are an excellent way for nonprofits to access high-quality cybersecurity tools without straining their budgets.

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Vox

JUNE 18, 2022

But the most frightening vision isn’t an alien being at all — it’s a computer program. Call it “cosmic malware.”. But the news is a reminder that there is little in the way of clear agreement about how the world should handle an authenticated message from an apparent alien civilization, or whether it can even be done safely.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It serves as a vessel for various strains of malware, including ransomware, and underlies data-stealing campaigns that target large organizations and individuals alike. This approach adds a layer of feigned legitimacy and obfuscation to a scam, making it very difficult for security-minded users and protection systems to identify it.

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Galido

JULY 30, 2019

Can you imagine having to contact all of your loyal clients to inform them that their credit card details and personal info has been stolen from your system? Millions of malware attacks are launched at businesses and individuals each and every day, and your business is vulnerable to attack. Put two factor authentication into place.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 16, 2023

Municipal governments must share data with counties, state agencies, and even some federal systems. Without adhering to the kind of consistent cybersecurity standards that CREST supports, it has the potential to weaken their defenses by creating holes and cracks where attackers can hide malware."

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Scott Lowe

MAY 27, 2022

Along those lines, one of their latest articles discusses how to achieve identity-based mutual authentication leveraging eBPF. Vaughan-Nichols writes about the first malware discovered running on AWS Lambda. Operating Systems/Applications. Programming. Attacks that can affect iPhones when they’re turned off ?

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Galido

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

How is the authentication process for information access? Identify the systems, networks, and software crucial to company undertakings. Determine the systems, networks, and software that might be targeted for a data breach by a cybercriminal. Vendor risk management program. Anti-malware and anti-ransomware software.

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Dataconomy

MAY 5, 2023

Malware: Malware can be introduced into IoT devices, which can then spread to other devices on the same network, causing widespread damage. Jeep Cherokee hack : In 2015, hackers remotely took control of a Jeep Cherokee through its internet-connected entertainment system, demonstrating the vulnerabilities of IoT devices in vehicles.

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CIO Business Intelligence

JUNE 6, 2023

OpenAI recently suffered a leak of ChatGPT users’ conversation histories , exposing vulnerabilities within their program and sparking concerns among employers who want to safeguard their data. To verify the authenticity of an email, most of us will look for spelling or grammatical mistakes. Phishing 2.0:

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Dataconomy

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

This includes monitoring network traffic, logs, and endpoints for suspicious activity, as well as implementing intrusion detection and prevention systems. In the event of a security incident, such as a data breach or malware attack, the MSSP springs into action. What is SOC 2?

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SecureWorld News

JULY 13, 2023

This involves implementing multiple security measures to fortify systems against diverse cyber threats. Relying on a solitary security measure is akin to leaving an unlocked door that lures attackers into breaching your system. By correlating data from multiple systems, SIEM helps identify anomalies and suspicious activities.

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Cloud Musings

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Protecting the network from intrusion, malware and other threats is still as important as ever. The security analytic engine would flag that as being an unusual occurrence and Cloud Access Manager would interpret the higher risk score as a cue for stepping up authentication requirements. Bill: You’re welcome Kevin.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 4, 2023

From embedding malware or a phishing link in a document to manipulated or outright forged documents and other types of cyber fraud, the increase in document-related attacks cannot be ignored, especially if your company handles tax forms, business filings, or bank statements–the three types of most frequently manipulated documents.

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Dataconomy

MARCH 20, 2023

It is a type of malware that can cause significant damage to computer systems and networks by replicating itself and spreading autonomously. A computer worm is a type of malware that replicates itself and spreads throughout a computer network without the need for a host program or user interaction.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 24, 2022

Summary: This data breach was unique in the sense that there was not a breach in the company's servers, but an authentication error, meaning no authentication was required to view documents. Inadequate system segmentation made lateral movement easy for the attackers. Who attacked: no attacker. Equifax data breach (2017).

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 29, 2020

While digital voting systems are more secure today, what about the larger ecosystem, starting from the moment you register until your vote is counted? Who’s keeping those systems secure? Listen to EP 08: Hacking Voting Systems. That meant, no one could use any of the digital systems until they had all been pen tested.

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 29, 2020

While digital voting systems are more secure today, what about the larger ecosystem, starting from the moment you register until your vote is counted? Who’s keeping those systems secure? Listen to EP 08: Hacking Voting Systems. That meant, no one could use any of the digital systems until they had all been pen tested.

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Dataconomy

MARCH 20, 2023

It is a type of malware that can cause significant damage to computer systems and networks by replicating itself and spreading autonomously. A computer worm is a type of malware that replicates itself and spreads throughout a computer network without the need for a host program or user interaction.

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ForAllSecure

DECEMBER 17, 2021

So it’s a race against time to patch every affected system before the bad actors find a way to exploit it for their purposes. So you're looking at, you know, if we give it this good input does it do the right thing with it, which is exactly how the programmer programs in the first place and so even if you get all of those things pass.

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ForAllSecure

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

AI is almost good enough at simulating human activity to defeat the biometric systems designed to fight fraud, effectively putting us back at square one. So we include other telemetry that seeks to authenticate that the entity logging in is who they say they are. So that’s why you need multi factor authentication.

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 20, 2020

While digital voting systems are more secure today, what about the larger ecosystem, starting from the moment you register until your vote is counted? Who’s keeping those systems secure? Listen to EP 08: Hacking Voting Systems. That meant, no one could use any of the digital systems until they had all been pen tested.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Hundreds of millions of websites on the internet today rely on the content management system WordPress. Given WordPress' innate ability to appeal to those without extensive programming or coding knowledge, overlooking a site's security can leave it—and the data that sits in the back-end—vulnerable to compromise.

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