Cybersecurity (2)
Split Tunneling VPN Explained: Balancing Security and Performance
What is split tunneling in a VPN? Split tunneling is the process of allowing a remote VPN user to access a public network, such as the Internet, at the same time that the user is allowed to access resources on the VPN.
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Cisco Sunsetting AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client Version 4.x: Switch to OpenVPN Alternative
On March 31, 2024, Cisco announced end-of-life dates for their Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client 4.x. If your business is a Cisco client, this may be a good time to re-evaluate your VPN solution before transitioning to their Cisco Secure Client software.
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The Lapsus$ Group: Who They Are and How to Protect Your Business
Staying one step ahead of cybercriminals takes extensive effort, especially when the targets seem to be constantly moving. There are new and persistent threats coming onto the scene all the time, some more alarming and chaotic than others. Recent hacks by a newer group called Lapsus$ are making waves in the infosec and business communities. Unlike
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Top Retail Cybersecurity Challenges
E-commerce lets retailers use customer data and segmentation to deliver unique customer experiences. That’s why the industry eagerly pursued digital transformation. Unfortunately, that customer data also creates new vulnerabilities that weren’t part of traditional brick-and-mortar retail.
6 minute read
Types of DNS Attacks and How to Prevent Them
In the cybersecurity world, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS), malware, and ransomware get more attention than domain name system (DNS) attacks, but DNS attacks are on the rise.
9 minute read
IDS/IPS: What They Are and Why You Need Them
Wireless providers are rolling out 5G to power an IoT (Internet of Things) world. The Ericsson Mobility Report, released in November 2021, estimates that by 2027 half of all global mobile subscriptions will be 5G. While faster than ever connectivity and lower latency are welcome, 5G comes with new threats and cybersecurity risks businesses need to
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What Are Credential Stuffing Attacks?
Credential stuffing attacks are growing in popularity — with hackers, anyway; not the businesses targeted. In late December, Help Net Security reported there were more than two billion credential stuffing attacks in the previous 12 months, a 98 percent year-over-year increase. The infosec site predicted attacks would peak during the holiday
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What is Killware? What You Need to Know About the Newest Cybersecurity Threat
Killware has been frequenting the news in recent weeks. Some of the actual headlines, from real news sources, can come across as pretty frightening:
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VPN Hardening: What It Is and How to Do It
Cybersecurity is inherently complex. It involves hardware and software, as well as the most complicated component — actual human beings. Sometimes, though, the simplest measures can make a significant difference.
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How to Encrypt RDP to Protect Against Attacks in 2021
With the lockdowns in 2020 came rapid digital adjustments in all industries. This included ramping up the use of Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), and with that increase came an increase in attacks. According to ESET’s Q4 2020 Threat Report, RDP attacks increased 768% between Q1 and Q4 last year.
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