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How to Conduct a Comprehensive Base Security Assessment

Nov 11, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
Conducting a comprehensive base security assessment is crucial. It ensures the safety of personnel, assets, and information. With the rise of various threats, it's more important than ever to evaluate and enhance security measures systematically. A thorough assessment not only identifies weaknesses. It also assists in implementing effective security controls to mitigate risks. In this detailed guide, we will explore essential steps and best practices to perform a base security assessment. We will enable you to deploy effective security solutions tailored to your environment.
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obrela

Tips for NIS2 Compliance: What Companies Need to Do - and Will It Work?

Nov 8, 2024 By Notis Iliopoulos In Obrela
The Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS2) marks a significant step forward in Europe’s efforts to bolster cybersecurity resilience. Alongside the Critical Entities Resilience Directive, it represents a commitment to ensuring that organisations offering essential services—such as financial services, healthcare, transport, and energy—are equipped to withstand cyber threats.
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riscosity

Investigating iOS 18's AI Capabilities

Nov 7, 2024 By Anirban Banerjee In Riscosity
With the release of iOS 18, Apple has continued to expand its integration of AI technologies, positioning the iPhone as a powerful personal assistant capable of smart recommendations, advanced text and image analysis, and even predictive suggestions. Leveraging on-device machine learning, iOS 18’s AI features tap into user data to provide a personalized experience.
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obrela

What is GRC in Cyber Security? Why is it Important?

Nov 7, 2024 By Obrela In Obrela
Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) in cybersecurity is a framework that is designed to help organizations align their security efforts with business objectives while also managing risks and adhering to legal and regulatory requirements. To implement GRC in Cyber security effectively, it is important to understand the purpose of each element and the part each has to play in improving an organization’s security posture.
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SecurityScorecard

Securing Port 139: Strategies to Prevent Unauthorized Access and Cyber Threats

Nov 7, 2024 By SecurityScorecard In SecurityScorecard
In the realm of network security, safeguarding communication ports is a fundamental aspect of protecting a network’s integrity and confidentiality. Port 139, primarily used by the Server Message Block (SMB) protocol for file sharing in Windows networks, stands out as a critical point of vulnerability when not properly secured. This port facilitates network communications, allowing computers to share files, printers, and serial ports over a network.
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SecurityScorecard

Navigating the Risks of TCP 445: Strategies for Secure Network Communication

Nov 7, 2024 By SecurityScorecard In SecurityScorecard
In the intricate matrix of network communications, TCP port 445 stands as a crucial node, facilitating the swift and efficient exchange of resources like files and printer services between computers on the same network. Yet, its significance as a channel for Server Message Block (SMB) communication within Windows operating systems also marks it as a vulnerable target for cyber threats.
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obrela

What is a social engineering attack? Types of social engineering attacks

Nov 6, 2024 By Obrela In Obrela
A social engineering attack is a form of cybersecurity attack where attackers approach individuals and psychologically manipulate them into divulging sensitive information or performing actions that compromise security. Unlike traditional hacking methods that exploit system vulnerabilities, social engineering preys on human psychology, using the likes of deceit, urgency or trust to bypass defenses.
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veracode

Revolutionizing Risk Management in Application Security

Nov 5, 2024 By Donna Namorato In Veracode
In our hyper-connected reality, software applications are the unsung heroes of business operations. But, let's face it, with great tech comes great vulnerability to cyber shakedowns and data leaks. This begs the question: “Is scanning enough to manage risk?” Organizations are playing a high-stakes game of keeping their apps secure to safeguard their secrets.
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cyberint

Dark Web monitoring: The linchpin of External Risk Management

Nov 4, 2024 By Naftali Goodman In Cyberint
The typical Security Operations Center (SOC) faces a wide variety of responsibilities. In addition to monitoring internal systems for signs of threats and breaches, modern SOCs are tasked with managing external risks through practices such as: Each of these practices addresses different types of risks, and it would be wrong to say that any one practice is fundamentally more important than the others.
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