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Platform security News
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December 08, 2020
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Dec'20
New Microsoft Teams RCE vulnerability also wormable
In his GitHub post, researcher Oskars Vegeris discussed Microsoft classifying the vulnerability as 'Important' rather than 'Critical,' despite it being exploitable via RCE.
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September 24, 2020
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Sep'20
Microsoft detects Netlogon vulnerability exploitation in the wild
While Microsoft released a patch last month for the Netlogon flaw, the company said it detected threat actors using exploits for the critical vulnerability.
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September 17, 2020
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Sep'20
Maze ransomware gang uses VMs to evade detection
A Sophos investigation into a Maze ransomware attack revealed that threat actors borrowed an attack technique pioneered by Ragnar Locker operators earlier this year.
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July 23, 2020
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Jul'20
Microsoft unveils new DLP, 'Double Key Encryption' offerings
Microsoft revealed new security products and features this week, including an Endpoint Data Loss Prevention product as well as "Double Key Encryption" for Microsoft 365.
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Microsoft Defender ATP taps into cloud for added protection
Enterprises that want to wrap up their systems in an extra layer of security have the option for more enhanced protection that integrates with other Microsoft products. Continue Reading
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How to use Clair to scan Docker images
Container vulnerabilities open the door to security issues and cascading failures across an IT environment. Use this Clair tutorial to scan for compromised Docker container images. Continue Reading
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The differences between web roles and worker roles in Azure
What sets web roles and worker roles apart in Microsoft's Azure Cloud Services? Here's a look at how they are different. Continue Reading
Evaluate Platform security Vendors & Products
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5 WSUS alternatives for patch management
Compare the features and functionality of five prominent patch management tools for Microsoft and third-party applications to find the right option for your organization. Continue Reading
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Benefits of open source container vulnerability scanning
Containers have revolutionized app development but pose many security challenges. Uncover how container vulnerability scanning can help and why to consider open source tools. Continue Reading
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What are some Windows Server 2019 SDN security features?
Microsoft continued to refine the software-defined networking capabilities in its latest server operating system by developing several new security features. Continue Reading
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Key SOC metrics and KPIs: How to define and use them
Enterprises struggle to get the most out of their security operation centers. Using the proper SOC metrics and KPIs can help. Learn how to define and benefit from them here. Continue Reading
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IT and security teams collide as companies work from home
The new world of remote work has given rise to IT and security teams working more closely than ever before. They need to come together to provide excellent UX and security. Continue Reading
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Employ AI for cybersecurity, reap strong defenses faster
The cyber arms race is never-ending. Learn how to prevail over advanced attacks by putting the latest intelligent technology to service in your cybersecurity program. Continue Reading
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Increase PowerShell security with help from AppLocker
Learn how to curb the native abilities of the expansive scripting tool in the Windows OS to prevent your users from being unwitting participants in a cyberattack. Continue Reading
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Illustrated guide to containerization security
Container security concerns are keeping IT pros up at night. Discover why and what they're doing to secure containers as well as the applications and data that run within them. Continue Reading
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How to use and manage BitLocker encryption
Built into business versions of the Windows OS, Microsoft BitLocker encryption is an integral enterprise encryption tool. Read on to learn how BitLocker works and how to manage it. Continue Reading