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5 tips to protect legacy applications on Windows networks
You're probably running legacy applications somewhere, and attackers see them as vulnerable targets. This advice will harden legacy apps against threats.
Free security resources for work-from-home employees during the COVID-19 crisis
Some security vendors are stepping up to help organizations better protect their networks as employees must suddenly work from home.
How to optimize Windows Firewall security
If you're ignoring or have disabled Windows Firewall, you might be missing out on some good, basic protections that are easy to set up and maintain.
The most important Windows 10 security event log IDs to monitor
Regular reviewing of these Windows event logs alone or in combination might be your best chance to identify malicious activity early.
4 ways employee home networks and smart devices change your threat model
Home routers, printers, security systems, DVRs, gaming consoles and other smart devices can significantly change the threat model for the corporate network.
Local attackers can use Group Policy flaw to take over enterprise Windows systems
Microsoft issues a patch to fix a flaw that could allow compromised non-privileged user accounts to place malicious DLLs on a system.
Should you deploy a TLS 1.3 middlebox?
Organizations moving to the TLS 1.3 protocol must decide whether to deploy middleboxes that intercept network traffic for greater visibility, but doing so presents security and regulatory risks.
8 ways to get more life out of an old SIEM
Can't update your old security information and event management system now? Use this advice to maintain its effectiveness.
PrintDemon vulnerability explained: Its risks and how to mitigate
Microsoft has finally patched the decades-old Windows PrintDemon vulnerability, but exploitable devices might still be on your network.
How to use Microsoft Sysmon, Azure Sentinel to log security events
Microsoft's Sysmon and Azure Sentinel are easy and inexpensive ways to log events on your network. Here's how to get started with them.
Hashcat explained: Why you might need this password cracker
Hashcat is a popular and effective password cracker widely used by both penetration testers and sysadmins as well as criminals and spies.
4 ways edge computing changes your threat model
Edge computing provides more opportunities for attackers to access devices--and your network--remotely and physically. These are the risks you need to consider.
6 hard truths security pros must learn to live with
Crafty hackers, unwitting users, a relentless workload — working in IT security is all about accepting this as business as usual and pushing forward anyway.
Securing IoT requires a shift to a security fabric
The IoT era and the expectation that everything will be connected, accelerates the need to move away from point products and toward the concept of a security fabric.
4 tips for a successful cyber threat intelligence program
COVID-19 has opened the cyberattack floodgates; defenders need strong cyber threat intelligence (CTI) analysis, operationalization and sharing. Here's how to get more from your CTI program.
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Best new Windows 10 security features: Passwordless authentication, Chromium-based Edge support
Here's what you need to know about each security update to Windows 10 as they roll out from Microsoft. Now updated for the 2004 feature release.
4 key benefits of NOC/SOC integration and tips for making it work
Companies that have started the SOC/NOC integration process report improved security and operational efficiencies, but had to overcome technical and cultural challenges.
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9 tips to detect and prevent web shell attacks on Windows networks
Attackers often use web shells to mimic legitimate files and compromise web servers. These best practices will lower your risk.
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