Web security tools and best practices
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Free Guide: Root Causes of the Cybersecurity Skills Shortage
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Web security tools and best practices News
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April 19, 2019
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DNS hijacking campaign targets national security organizations
A DNS hijacking campaign targeting national security organizations and critical infrastructure may be part of a new trend, according to the researchers behind recent attacks.
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April 16, 2019
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Microsoft disputes Outlook data breach report
Microsoft warned Outlook users who may have had data compromised in an attack using customer support login credentials to access account information over the course of months.
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April 04, 2019
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Pipdig WordPress plugin accused of DDoS attacks and backdoors
Pipdig, a blog theme and plugin company, was accused of using obfuscated code to gain backdoor access to customer blogs and launch low-scale DDoS attacks on rivals.
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April 03, 2019
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Proof-of-concept Magento exploit used in attacks
Experts are urging users to patch after a proof-of-concept Magento exploit was picked up by malicious actors and used in attempted attacks on e-commerce websites.
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Transport Layer Security (TLS)
Transport Layer Security (TLS) is a protocol that provides authentication, privacy, and data integrity between two communicating computer applications. Continue Reading
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information security (infosec)
Information security (infosec) is a set of strategies for managing the processes, tools and policies necessary to prevent, detect, document and counter threats to digital and non-digital information. Continue Reading
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Web application firewall (WAF)
A Web application firewall (WAF) is a firewall that monitors, filters or blocks traffic to and from a Web application. WAFs are especially useful to companies that provide products or services over the Internet. Continue Reading
Evaluate Web security tools and best practices Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Assess secure web gateways to suit your network security needs
Secure web gateways play an important role in minimizing security risks associated with website vulnerabilities, user behaviors and endpoint weaknesses. Continue Reading
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Symantec Web Security Service vs. Zscaler Internet Access
Learn how cloud-based secure web gateway products Symantec Web Security Service and Zscaler Internet Access compare when it comes to features, benefits, pricing and support. Continue Reading
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6 questions to ask before evaluating secure web gateways
Learn which six questions can help an organization identify its web security and business needs and its readiness to implement a secure web gateway. Continue Reading
Manage Web security tools and best practices
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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How do I avoid Exchange security certificate issues?
Exchange SSL certificates keep communications secure, so it's important avoid the bargain bin when shopping for them. Continue Reading
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Key steps to put your zero-trust security plan into action
There are three key categories of vendor zero-trust products. Learn what they are, and how to evaluate and implement the one that's best for your company. Continue Reading
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How can credential stuffing attacks be detected?
Credential stuffing attacks can put companies that offer online membership programs, as well as their customers, at risk. Find out how to proactively manage the threat. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Web security tools and best practices Issues
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5 common web application vulnerabilities and how to avoid them
Common web application vulnerabilities continue to confound enterprises. Here's how to defend against them and stop enabling exploits. Continue Reading
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How does cross-site tracking increase security risks?
Mozilla's Firefox 63 automatically blocks tracking cookies and other site data from cross-site tracking. Learn what this is and what the benefits of blocking it are with Nick Lewis. Continue Reading
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How was Kea DHCP v1.4.0 affected by a security advisory?
Kea, an open source DHCP server, was issued a medium security advisory for a flaw that causes memory leakage in version 1.4.0. Discover the workarounds with Judith Myerson. Continue Reading