Information security threats
Mitigating information security threats is an ongoing battle. Here you'll find information on the latest malware and cyberattacks facing enterprises, from viruses and Trojans to social engineering techniques, as well as news, expert advice and learning tools to address these threats.
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Download: Your Complete Guide to IAM
Utilize this 66-page IAM guide to help you stay on top of the latest best practices and techniques. Security expert Michael Cobb explores the risks and rewards of biometrics measures and multifactor authentication, how organizations can assess if it is time to modernize IAM strategies, and much more.
Information security threats News
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May 28, 2020
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Supply chain attack hits 26 open source projects on GitHub
Threat actors conducted an unprecedented supply chain attack by using malware known as Octopus Scanner to create backdoors in open source projects, which were uploaded to GitHub.
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May 26, 2020
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Mandiant dishes on notorious Maze ransomware group
Mandiant threat researchers navigate the tools, tactics and procedures of the Maze ransomware group, which has become notorious for "shaming" victims with stolen data.
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May 22, 2020
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Ragnar Locker ransomware attack hides inside virtual machine
Threat actors have developed a new type of attack method by hiding Ragnar Locker ransomware inside a virtual machine to avoid detection.
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May 18, 2020
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Texas struck by two ransomware attacks in one week
The Texas Department of Transportation was hit with a ransomware attack last Thursday, marking the second ransomware incident on a state agency in less than a week.
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Test your cyber-smarts with this network security quiz
Show what you know about the topics covered in the May 2020 issue of Information Security magazine. If you get nine of 10 answers right, you'll also receive CPE credit! Continue Reading
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phishing
Phishing is a form of fraud in which an attacker masquerades as a reputable entity or person in email or other communication channels. Continue Reading
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identity theft
Identity theft, also known as identity fraud, is a crime in which an imposter obtains key pieces of personally identifiable information (PII), such as Social Security or driver's license numbers, in order to impersonate someone else. Continue Reading
Evaluate Information security threats Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Guide to preventing coronavirus phishing and ransomware
Malicious actors are taking advantage of coronavirus fears to wreak havoc on cybersecurity. Check out our guide to learn about phishing and ransomware threats and how to stop them. Continue Reading
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Is VPN split tunneling worth the security risks?
Enabling VPN split tunneling may increase speed and decrease bandwidth use and costs, but it also increases the number of security vulnerabilities faced. Continue Reading
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Data security guide: Everything you need to know
This data security guide digs into data protection and privacy compliance, explaining how to construct a proactive security strategy strengthened by best practices. Continue Reading
Manage Information security threats
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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12 Microsoft 365 security best practices to secure the suite
Migrating to or operating cloud-based Microsoft 365 can bring with it a host of problems and misconfigurations. Check out 12 best practices to tighten Microsoft 365 security. Continue Reading
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Why nation-state cyberattacks must be top of mind for CISOs
Even though organizations face threats coming from many sources, one type of cyberattack should be top of mind for CISOs: those backed by nation-states. Here's why. Continue Reading
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The state of cybersecurity risk: Detection and mitigation
Hackers will always try to creep in, and many will succeed. That's why effective detection and mitigation are essential. How are enterprises faring? Continue Reading
Problem Solve Information security threats Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Partners deploy phishing countermeasures as threats evolve
The pandemic and 2020 presidential election are giving criminals plenty of phishing opportunities. Learn about phishing countermeasures that partners can take to protect customers. Continue Reading
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How to protect the network from ransomware in 5 steps
Stronger network security could be the key to preventing a ransomware infection. Follow these five steps to protect your network from ransomware. Continue Reading
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How to create a ransomware incident response plan
The increase in recent attacks makes clear the need for a ransomware incident response plan. Here's how to limit the effect of such attacks, as well as what to do if infected. Continue Reading