CIO Business Intelligence

DECEMBER 19, 2023

When making decisions about network access, businesses need to be aware of and assess the security implications associated with network technology to help keep their digital assets protected. Cyber hygiene best practices include device security , cyber security education , and secure networking strategies.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 16, 2023

I also emphasized that companies need to urgently review their employee access protocol, writing that companies must “ make it a point to do continuous employee training to help your teams avoid being duped by phishing and malware tactics.” IBM Security pegged that same number higher, to 95%.

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CIO Business Intelligence

JUNE 10, 2022

Phase two saw more calm to the storm with additional security measures put in place. The third phase is now kicking in as we progress further into 2022, and could showcase the path to far better security as we all learn to co-exist for the long term with the pandemic. PHASE THREE.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 4, 2020

When the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Department of Defense (DoD) all work together on something, you know the subject is serious. CISA reports on Chinese malware strain. And it's a malware strain used specifically by the Chinese government.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 18, 2023

According to the report: "Of the 206 high-risk vulnerabilities we tracked, more than 50 percent of those were either leveraged by threat actors, ransomware, or malware to compromise systems. 15 exploited by malware and botnets. 115 exploited by named threat actors. 20 exploited by ransomwares.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2023

.” By understanding the methods that criminal hackers commonly use, organizations can take proactive measures to safeguard their systems and protect their data. In this blog post, we'll explore common techniques used to penetrate systems and how organizations can defend against each type of attack.

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GeekWire

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Not in the world of enterprise security technology — at least not this week. based security tech company Polyverse. government agencies by illicitly inserting malware into software updates for a widely used IT infrastructure management product. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency. Polyverse Photo).

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Scott Lowe

MARCH 15, 2024

This Tech Short Take is a bit heavy on security-related links, but there’s still some additional content in a number of other areas, so you should be able to find something useful—or at least interesting—in here. Security In early February a vulnerability was uncovered in a key component of the Linux boot process.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 12, 2024

This situation demands immediate action to mitigate damage and restore security. WordPress is an exceptionally popular content management system (CMS). While the WordPress Core is generally secure, thanks to frequent security updates, hackers can often easily exploit third-party plugins and themes.

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Firewall Backup Malware Security 91

SecureWorld News

MAY 7, 2023

What are the data security risks in recruitment? In the recruitment world, phishing attacks trick recruiters as well as candidates into revealing sensitive information, such as their Social Security numbers and passwords. Malware attacks are carried out via infected websites and software. Here's how.

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Galido

FEBRUARY 19, 2017

Malware means a malicious or intrusive software application that is coded for executing on the targeted device without notifying its user or the owner. Affecting a mobile phone, a computer, a laptop, or a network server, malware interrupts computing operations, hijacks networks, or access systems. Update your browser.

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CIO Business Intelligence

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Malware distribution The opportunistic nature of website spoofing allows attackers to distribute malware to users’ devices. Through browsers, plugins, or extensions, users are prompted to download seemingly legitimate files or applications, unwittingly inviting chaos into their systems. CIO, Cyberattacks, Security

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Phil Windley

AUGUST 28, 2023

My new book Learning Digital Identity from O'Reilly Media covers many of the topics in this post such as multi-factor authentication, authorization and access control, and identity policy development in depth. Zero Trust is a security framework that is better attuned to the modern era of sophisticated threats and interconnected systems.

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Dataconomy

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Fingerprint authentication has become synonymous with security on our smartphones and devices. From AI-powered phishing attacks that mimic trusted voices to malware embedded within seemingly innocuous QR codes, the tactics of cybercriminals evolve at an alarming pace.

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CIO Business Intelligence

JUNE 23, 2022

Today’s work from anywhere culture, escalating ransomware, and an explosion of Internet of Things (IoT) devices are among the trends that are driving enterprises to rethink their approach to secure network access. Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have long been the go-to method for providing remote users secure access to the corporate network.

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Network Malware Authentication Enterprise 82

SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

However, many end-users do not recognize their home networks as extensions of their company's security boundaries. They often feel that using a company-provided laptop linked to the corporate security system is sufficient. As a result, they might not take enough measures to secure their other home devices.

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The Accidental Successful CIO

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

To do this we invest a great deal of money and time in setting up fire walls, implementing two-factor verification, and a host of other security features. Once any of the decoys are either accessed or probed in any way, a centralized console alerts the network security team, so they know to start investigating the source of that activity.

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CTOvision

MAY 19, 2017

Use Multifactor Authentication. You may have noticed that many websites are requiring a two-factor or more authentication process. The more barriers you put in the process, the harder it is for a hacker to get into your system. Opt for a least a two-factor authentication process. Install Malware Protection.

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CIO Business Intelligence

JUNE 8, 2022

Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and other cybersecurity leaders have long struggled to protect corporate systems against both internal and external threats. Many of these accounts have elevated privileges to access corporate assets or development and production environments for customer-facing systems.

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Cloud Musings

DECEMBER 14, 2014

Johnson Cyber security is rapidly becoming a significant issue in the C-suite as well as the population at large. The results of Dell’s Global Technology Adoption Index(GTAI) [1] show that security is a top concern for most of the 2000 global small and medium businesses surveyed. by Sandra K. For example, recent breaches include 3.65

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 5, 2023

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a fundamental component of best practices for account security. Traditionally, this approach to authentication delivers a unique code to a user's email or phone, which is then inputted following the account password. SMS-based MFA MFA via SMS (i.e.,

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CTOvision

JANUARY 4, 2017

The lethality of state-sponsored attacks derives from their ability to bypass security point products by combining device, network and data center vulnerabilities into an integrated assault. The foundational security control to stop credential theft is 2 factor authentication. Check Device and Server Software.

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CTOvision

MARCH 17, 2015

Last year, Enterprise IT was dramatically shaped by the influx of security breaches, data leaks and a new wave of hackers. This year, two of 2014’s biggest stories will intersect as security and Windows 10 prepare to re-shape the Enterprise. Security Spending. Windows 10. and is finally giving Enterprises exactly what they need.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 6, 2023

In our most recent Remote Sessions webcast, Roger Grimes, computer security expert and Data-Driven Defense Evangelist for KnowBe4, gave a deep dive on phishing and how to properly mitigate and prevent phishing attacks. Malware and attackers can "break in" in various ways.

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CTOvision

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

This article increases awareness for organizations seeking to enhance their digital risk posture against the increasing threat of ransomware (a type of malware) deployed by threat actors to prevent or limit users from accessing their system until a ransom is paid.

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Kitaboo

MARCH 25, 2021

However, safeguarding digital content typically involves various techniques and multiple layers of security. User Authentication. The easiest way to protect your digital content is by putting user authentication to it. Answers to security questions. Converting your files to PDF is one of the simplest ways to secure them.

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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? Protecting against external threats Cyber hygiene acts as a shield against external threats that aim to compromise the security of your devices and networks.

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Galido

MARCH 10, 2020

Since the inception of the internet, businesses have made incredible investments into security while making the complexities of identity verification safe, reliable, and easy to use. Today, these technologies go beyond the web and are being used on internal systems throughout the supply chain. Biometric Authentication Use Cases.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 22, 2021

Have you patched the known vulnerabilities discovered in Pulse Secure's Connect Secure products? Patching for these issues is so urgent that the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a deadline for federal agencies to complete patches by the end of the week.

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CIO Business Intelligence

JULY 17, 2023

However, this shift requires a thorough understanding of the security implications and how a business can protect its data and applications. As with all technology introductions, it’s important to have clear security policies, tools, processes, and training. Watch on-demand here. How is the cloud being attacked and why?

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

Malvertising acts as a vessel for malware propagation. Scammers and malware operators are increasingly adept at mimicking popular brands in their ad snippets, which makes it problematic for the average user to tell the wheat from the chaff. These security checks often fail to identify black hat schemes, though.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 20, 2022

In fact, CIO has reported that it takes only a few minutes for experienced hackers to set up a social engineering attack against enterprises (and their managed service providers) that consider themselves to be secure and protected. This helps in early identification of attacks and increasing overall security hygiene.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 28, 2021

In January 2021, the FBI and other international law enforcement agencies worked together to take down one of the world's most notorious malware strains, Emotet. Also change passwords and security questions for any accounts you may have stored in either your inbox or browser, especially those of higher value such as banking.".

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Malware Banking Windows Operating Systems 74

Galido

JULY 30, 2019

Information Technology Blog - - Best Online Security Tips From an I.T Whether you own a small company, a multinational corporation or a side business, online security is one of the most pressing issues of our time. Follow these six online security tips to protect yourself and your business from attack.

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Network World

JUNE 9, 2016

Many organizations that run industrial control systems strive to isolate them from the Internet, but sometimes forget to disallow Domain Name System (DNS) traffic, which provides a stealthy way for malware to exfiltrate data.

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Network World

MAY 17, 2019

Microsoft took the rare step of issuing security fixes for both the server and desktop versions of Windows that are long out of support, so you know this is serious. CVE-2019-0708 is pre-authentication and requires no user interaction, meaning any future malware could self-propagate from one vulnerable machine to another.

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CIO Business Intelligence

JUNE 6, 2023

While there is endless talk about the benefits of using ChatGPT, there is not as much focus on the significant security risks surrounding it for organisations. To verify the authenticity of an email, most of us will look for spelling or grammatical mistakes. What are the dangers associated with using ChatGPT? Phishing 2.0:

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