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Risk & Repeat: SolarWinds backdoor shakes infosec industry
This week's Risk & Repeat podcast discusses the latest developments around the devastating SolarWinds backdoor attacks, which impacted several U.S. government agencies.
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CISA: SolarWinds backdoor attacks are 'ongoing'
A joint statement from the FBI, CISA and Office of the Director of National Intelligence says the SolarWinds backdoor attacks are 'ongoing' and have comprised federal agencies.
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Microsoft, FireEye create kill switch for SolarWinds backdoor
The kill switch follows several other moves Microsoft made against the malware, including the removal of digital certificates and quarantining the malware in Windows Defender.
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SolarWinds struggles with response to supply chain attack
Security researchers discovered the Orion DLL component containing the backdoor used was still present in updates on SolarWinds' website as recently as Monday night.
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Emerging threats News
Microsoft, FireEye create kill switch for SolarWinds backdoor
The kill switch follows several other moves Microsoft made against the malware, including the removal of digital certificates and quarantining the malware in Windows Defender.
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Windows security News
Microsoft detects Netlogon vulnerability exploitation in the wild
While Microsoft released a patch last month for the Netlogon flaw, the company said it detected threat actors using exploits for the critical vulnerability.
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PCI DSS Evaluate
Explore the next-generation firewall marketplace
Explore some of the top NGFWs currently on the market -- based on features and user reviews -- to help you make a buying decision
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Encryption technology Evaluate
Double key encryption yields data protection benefits
Microsoft's new double key encryption offering brings data security and compliance benefits. Are they worth the implementation challenges?
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Security industry trends Manage
3 common election security vulnerabilities pros should know
Election security remains top of mind for many right now, with Nabil Hannan discussing vulnerabilities like remote breaches, new attack surfaces and poor current controls.
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CISSP Get Started
Take this CISSP practice test before the final exam
Test your knowledge and preparedness for the CISSP exam with 16 questions taken directly from the latest 'CISSP All-in-One Exam Guide' from McGraw Hill.
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Data security technology and strategy (5) +
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Enterprise identity and access management (8) +
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Enterprise network security (9) +
- DDoS attack detection and prevention
- Endpoint protection and client security
- IoT security issues
- IPv6 security and network protocols security
- Network Access Control technologies
- Network device security: Appliances, firewalls and switches
- Secure remote access
- Software-defined security best practices
- VPN security
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Information security certifications, training and jobs (2) +
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Information security program management (7) +
- Government information security management
- Information security incident response
- Information security laws, investigations and ethics
- Information security policies, procedures and guidelines
- Security automation systems, tools and tactics
- Security industry market trends, predictions and forecasts
- Security vendor mergers and acquisitions
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Information security risk management (3) +
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Information security threats (5) +
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Network threat detection (4) +
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Platform security (3) +
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Security audit, compliance and standards (4) +
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Software and application security (9) +
- Application attacks (buffer overflows, cross-site scripting)
- Application firewall security
- Database security
- Microsoft Patch Tuesday and patch management
- Open source security tools and software
- Productivity apps and messaging security
- Secure SaaS: Cloud application security
- Secure software development
- Social media security risks
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Web security tools and best practices (3) +
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Wireless and mobile security (4) +
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Technology a double-edged sword for U.S. election security
Technologies were weaponized to undermine the 2020 U.S. presidential election, but IT systems have also helped to identify fraud and verify results in a hotly contested election.
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Top 10 security certifications
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Explore SecOps tools to buffer evolving security threats
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SASE boosts work-from-home security, outstripping VPN
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Problem Solve
How to address the skills gap of security and IT personnel
In part two of Jonathan Meyers' look at the skills gap challenge companies face in cybersecurity, he offers recommendations to consider when ensuring your teams have the skills needed.
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How to ensure cybersecurity when employees work remotely
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8 challenges every security operations center faces
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The challenge of addressing the IT and security skills gap
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Securing the remote workforce in 2021
Remote worker data security has quickly evolved into a top concern for IT security. Here are six strategies to ensure remote workforce cybersecurity in 2021.
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Cybersecurity employee training: How to build a plan
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3 reasons why CISOs should collaborate more with CFOs
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Key tips to building a rock-solid SOC framework
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E-Handbook | November 2020
Cyber insurance 101: Timely guidance on an essential tool
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E-Zine | November 2020
AI cybersecurity raises analytics' accuracy, usability
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E-Zine | August 2020
Cybersecurity education for employees: Learn what works
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E-Handbook | May 2020
How to get actionable threat intelligence from tech tools
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E-Zine | May 2020
Why CISOs need advanced network security strategies now
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Information Security Basics
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CVSS
The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) is a public framework for rating the severity of security vulnerabilities in software.
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How to develop a cybersecurity strategy: Step-by-step guide
A cybersecurity strategy isn't meant to be perfect, but it must be proactive, effective, actively supported and evolving. Here are the four steps required to get there.
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Get Started
5 essential programming languages for cybersecurity pros
Coding is an important skill across almost every technology discipline today, and cybersecurity is no exception. Learn about the top programming languages for security professionals.
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Blog: Security Bytes
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Google focuses more on steering the Android ship than righting it
Google's security and privacy upgrades to Android are mostly forward-thinking changes, readying for a future that is inevitable but unclear, rather than ways to improve security today.Continue Reading
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At RSAC 2019, speculative execution threats take a back seat
The Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities loomed large last year, but RSAC 2019 will have little fodder on speculative execution threats and side channels attacks.Continue Reading
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CISA: SolarWinds backdoor attacks are 'ongoing'
A joint statement from the FBI, CISA and Office of the Director of National Intelligence says the SolarWinds backdoor attacks are 'ongoing' and have comprised federal agencies.
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Emerging cyberattacks and threats
Microsoft, FireEye create kill switch for SolarWinds backdoor
The kill switch follows several other moves Microsoft made against the malware, including the removal of digital certificates and quarantining the malware in Windows Defender.
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Cyberespionage and nation-state cyberattacks
SolarWinds struggles with response to supply chain attack
Security researchers discovered the Orion DLL component containing the backdoor used was still present in updates on SolarWinds' website as recently as Monday night.
SearchSecurity Definitions
- CVSS (Common Vulnerability Scoring System)
- Dridex malware
- identity management (ID management)
- SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation and Response)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- What is zero trust? Ultimate guide to the network security model
- security operations center (SOC)
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