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Learn the Language of Vulnerability Assessment: Key Security Terms You Should Know

Tenable

Arguably the best-known measurement for evaluating these threats is the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS), 1 a scale devised by the Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams (FIRST) cybersecurity organization. Spyware: Programs that monitor activity of infected computers (e.g., Balancing security and compliance.

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IT Security Threats That May be Lurking in Your Assets

Samanage

Technology assets make up the backbone of many successful organizations. The IT team needs to preserve the integrity of every asset in the organization. You can’t protect your organization and its assets if you don’t have a solid understanding of all the ways in which your data center and other assets may pose a threat.

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Azure-Specific Policies to Detect Suspicious Operations in the Cloud Environment

Prisma Clud

In this scenario, organizations can be alerted to suspicious operations at many stages of the attack. Antimalware for Azure is a protection capability that helps identify and remove viruses, spyware, and other malicious software. Attackers often attempt to disable these extensions in order to deploy malware.

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What is threat detection and response?

Lacework

With a TDR tool, organizations can scan large data sets (like activity logs), look for possible threats, analyze the information with meaningful context, and receive actionable next steps. These polymorphic attacks use unique malware samples for each target organization. Threat intelligence platforms.

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Breaking Down the NASCIO Top 10 for 2023

Palo Alto Networks

In the last few years, we’ve seen a shift in cyberthreats from state-sponsored threat actors to the rise of well-funded, highly motivated private organizations. Palo Alto Networks takes a holistic approach to cybersecurity across the organization. Most organizations don’t standardize on just one cloud. Why pick just one cloud?

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Why Is It Necessary to Run Cybersecurity Evaluation Exercises?

Altexsoft

The World Health Organization (WHO) has not only been busy dealing with healthcare challenges, it also saw a significant increase in cyb e r attacks. Here’s a question related to the field of security: Why do military organizations ceaselessly conduct combat exercises or drills?

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What Is Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)?

Kaseya

Endpoint security is the first line of defense for any organization. According to a security report, 58% of organizations are aware of fewer than 75% of the assets on their network. This feature enables companies to demonstrate compliance with security regulations and build customer trust. Why is EDR important?

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