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The Importance of an Online Encryption Policy

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This quote summarizes the importance of online encryption policy and hands-on implementation within an organization. Once your computer or mobile device is connected to the Internet, there’s no guarantee of protection and safety of your personal files, whether you’re using it as a consumer or a corporate user. Government institutions.

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TikTok Fined 5 Million Euros for Cookie Policies

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The uber popular short-form video sharing platform has been fined 5 million euros for its cookie policies, and no, we're not talking about chocolate chip or oatmeal raisin. Related articles: Hackers Spread Malware Thanks to TikTok's 'Invisible Challenge' Trend. TikTok Denies Claims of Massive Data Breach.

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InfoSec Policies and Standards: Some strategic context for those just diving into this world

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Organizations are giving more priority to development of information security policies, as protecting their assets is one of the prominent things that needs to be considered. Lack of clarity in InfoSec policies can lead to catastrophic damages which cannot be recovered. Security policies are tailored to the specific mission goals.

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Government Agencies Discover New Chinese Malware Strain

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CISA reports on Chinese malware strain. And it's a malware strain used specifically by the Chinese government. A recent CISA Malware Analysis Report (with contributions from the FBI and DoD), outlines this new malware variant. How should you defend yourself or your organization about this new malware variant?

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More connected, less secure: Addressing IoT and OT threats to the enterprise

CIO Business Intelligence

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a permanent fixture for consumers and enterprises as the world becomes more and more interconnected. Unsanctioned devices often lack essential security controls and don’t adhere to corporate security policies. of the total number of attempted IoT malware attacks. billion devices reported in 2023.

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Experts Sound Alarm on Critical Cloud Security Risks

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Misconfigurations, vulnerable services, advanced malware, and sheer scale have opened cracks in cloud security. External cloud assets face continuous threats The report shows that approximately 4% of scanned cloud assets have public IP addresses, making them directly accessible from the internet.

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Browser Isolation: The Missing Piece in Your Security Puzzle

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Cyberattacks such as malware infiltration and vulnerability exploitation continue to make headlines, attacking companies of various sizes. Corporate employees frequently utilize the vast resources of the internet to address various business issues on a daily basis. Local browser isolation is the traditional method.