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What are DMARC, SPF and DKIM? How to master email security with these protocols
The three main email security protocols complement one another, so implementing them all provides the best protection. That’s easier said than done, but these tips can help.
Ransomware attack drives city to seek greater network visibility
After being hit with the Cryptolocker ransomware, the City of Westland realized it needed more insight into network traffic, not just at the perimeter.
7 hot cybersecurity trends (and 4 going cold)
Is that security trend hot or not? From tools and technologies to threats, tactics, and training, the numbers don't lie.
Is the world ready for the next big ransomware attack?
WannaCry and NotPetya brought major companies to their knees and cost billions to remediate. A new report from Lloyds of London warns another similar ransomware attack would still be devastating.
Ransomware attacks hit Florida ISP, Australian cardiology group
Ransomware attacks might be on the decline, but that doesn't mean we don't have new victims. A Florida ISP and an Australian cardiology group were hit recently.
10 essential steps to improve your security posture
A strong security posture takes more than having the right defenses in place, you also need to establish solid plans to ensure you react to any breach in the right way.
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What's ahead for cybersecurity in 2019: TECH(talk)
J.M. Porup, senior writer at CSO online, joins Juliet on this week's episode of TECH(talk) to discuss trends in ransomware, IoT security and enterprise cybersecurity roles.
10 cybersecurity trends to watch for 2019
In the early days of 2019, cybersecurity is as challenging as ever. We highlight some of the biggest cybersecurity trends that are set to impact the enterprise, security professionals and companies of all sizes in the year ahead.
Ursnif Trojan is back with fileless persistence
Also known as Dreambot, this new variant can deploy GandCrab ransomware through Microsoft Word macros.
What is malware? How to prevent, detect and recover from it
Malware is a blanket term for viruses, worms, trojans, and other harmful computer programs hackers use to wreak destruction and gain access to sensitive information. Learn what malware does and how you can remove it—or prevent it.
Vulnerabilities found in building access system used by schools, governments
Tenable Research discovered four zero-day vulnerabilities in IDenticard's PremiSys access control system, which is used by schools, governments, medical centers, and Fortune 500 companies. Currently no patches are available.
How to protect backups from ransomware
Ransomware is getting smarter, attacking backups to prevent recovery. Prevent this from happening by taking a few simple steps.
Hacker posts ransom demand on Dublin's Luas tram system site
The website for Dublin’s tram system Luas was hacked, with the hacker threatening to leak the company’s private data if the ransom was not paid within the next five days.
Major US newspapers crippled by Ryuk ransomware attack
All Tribune Publishing newspapers, as well as US-printed newspapers formerly part of Tribune, were hit with a cyber attack involving Ryuk ransomware.
What is ransomware? How these attacks work and how to recover from them
Ransomware is a form of malicious software (or malware) that, once it's taken over your computer, threatens you with harm, usually by denying you access to your data. The attacker demands a ransom from the victim, promising — not...
Researchers find over 40,000 stolen logins for government portals
A phishing operation led to the theft of more than 40,000 login credentials for government services in 30 countries.
US senator proposes jailing execs, fining companies for data breaches
Following the Marriott breach, a U.S. senator proposes jailing senior company executives and levying multi-billion-dollar fines for data breaches.
Hacker adds malicious bitcoin-stealing code to popular JavaScript library
An NPM package with 2 million weekly downloads had malicious code injected into it. Plus, more problems arise from the Windows 10 October 2018 Update.
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