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Why Proxy-Based Firewalls Are Not Enough

Palo Alto Networks

Proxy-based firewalls or web proxies have been considered an essential security component for some time now, but the question remains: Can proxies really help keep users safe? The first proxy-based firewalls achieved the basic task of controlling which websites users could access on the Internet. Implementation. Effectiveness.

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The 8 Best Practices for Reducing Your Organization’s Attack Surface

Ivanti

Once again, borrowing from the NIST glossary, network segmentation is defined as follows: Splitting a network into sub-networks, for example, by creating separate areas on the network which are protected by firewalls configured to reject unnecessary traffic.

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Proactive cybersecurity: sometimes offence is the best defense

CIO

It’s important to understand that launching an offensive cybersecurity strategy does not mean abandoning traditional defensive measures such as deploying firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), anti-malware software, patch management, security information and event management (SIEM), and other such tools.

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3 Ways to Handle POS Security Risks in Retail IT

Kaseya

Tighten Software and Security Policies to Avoid POS Malware Attacks . POS malware is specifically designed for POS terminals and used to steal customer payment card data during transactions in retail stores. This attack is made possible by planting malware on the endpoint. Invest in Employee Security Awareness Training .

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Cloud security fundamentals for an informed buyer

Lacework

Ephemeral workloads : It’s typical to maximize resources by recycling data, firewalls, IP addresses, and drives. The cloud requires multiple layers of defense, including router, firewall, antivirus/malware protection, intrusion detection and prevention, and identity and access management (IAM). . A layered defense strategy.

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COVID-19: The Cybercrime Gold Rush of 2020

Palo Alto Networks

Since the beginning of this year, we’ve identified more than 40,000 newly registered websites , using a coronavirus-related name, which we’d classify as “high-risk” sites due to the scams and malware being pushed onto unsuspecting consumers. . Fake COVID-19 ebooks, promising new “tips” on how to stay safe.

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What Is Endpoint Security Management and Why Is It Important?

Kaseya

They can then use this advantage to conduct corporate espionage, steal confidential information or launch devastating cyberattacks, like malware, ransomware, phishing, advanced persistent threats (APTs) and more. Moreover, forensics capabilities can be used to analyze the malware sample and its behavior.