CIO

MAY 27, 2024

A study by Verizon in their 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report found that 68% of breaches involved a human element, such as social engineering, misuse of privileges, or simple mistakes. The breach was caused by a misconfigured web application firewall, which allowed an attacker to access sensitive data stored on Amazon Web Services (AWS).

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Palo Alto Networks

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Today, we’re proud to announce the release of five, new fourth-generation ML-Powered Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs) that bring PAN-OS 11.0 We’re proud to continue a legacy of innovation and excellence that has garnered recognition as a 10-time Leader in network firewalls. New Hardware Platform Releases. Meet the PA-5440.

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CIO

JULY 11, 2022

Offering more flexibility at low cost, software-defined networking, or SD-WAN, abstracts network control from the connectivity layer and enables real-time monitoring, reporting, and analytics across network nodes. Firewall-as-a-service : Many legacy firewalls are ineffective against modern threats on a distributed network.

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Palo Alto Networks

MAY 21, 2024

According to our 2024 Unit 42 Incident Response Report , 90% of SOCs say they rely on manual processes. Analysts are fleeing SOCs in droves, and industry reports provide some answers as to why: 71% say they’re burnt out by SOC work. SOC analysts say they spend too much time investigating and reporting false positives.

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Palo Alto Networks

APRIL 19, 2024

They quickly determined that the suspicious traffic originated from the firewall and reflected the exploitation of a likely new zero-day vulnerability with a compromised firewall. Rather, it simply means that the attacker created an empty file with a weird name that does not damage the firewall by itself.

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Ivanti

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Protected by firewalls, they were contained, so access was restricted to a select few within an organization. Automated scanning tools and exploit kits readily available on the dark web let even less-technical attackers get in on the malware game. Traditional security measures like firewalls and antivirus aren't keeping pace.

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Tenable

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

According to multiple reports, Volt Typhoon operates by pre-positioning themselves, actively working to maintain persistence in anticipation of conducting future attacks targeting U.S Additionally, this group works using hands-on-keyboard attacks, rather than relying on automated malware scripts. and beyond.

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Ivanti

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

A recent report found that 48% of cybersecurity professionals agree that insider attacks are tougher to detect and prevent than external attacks. And these threats have increased in recent years: According to the 2023 State of Malware Report from Malwarebytes, 71% of companies worldwide were affected by ransomware.

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CIO

JANUARY 20, 2023

In fact, according to a report in HIPAA Journal, there has been a 60% increase in cyberattacks of all varieties in healthcare in 2022, 1 making it an unfortunately routine aspect of delivering care that the industry must be prepared to address. But ransomware isn’t the only risk. Simplify operations. What is the device?

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Kaseya

MAY 22, 2024

Security metrics Security metrics include monitoring for failed login attempts, unauthorized access and malware detection. Malware detection Monitoring for malware helps identify and mitigate malware infections. Regular scans and monitoring can prevent malware from compromising server security.

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CTOvision

MARCH 12, 2015

The more fact-based reports based on forensics are much more important (this brings to mind what John Oliver said about opinions vs facts ). Phishing, malware, and zero-days top of mind. Most respondents signaled they expect to be breached in the next 12 months. Fed up with inadequate endpoint defenses.

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Palo Alto Networks

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Unit 42 published a report with details on the malware’s capabilities, “ BendyBear: Novel Chinese Shellcode Linked With Cyber Espionage Group BlackTech.”. BendyBear appears to be a variant of WaterBear, malware used for lateral movement while hiding its activities, due to strong similarities.

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Perficient

JANUARY 29, 2023

This is when an attacker sends an email or message that appears to be from a legitimate source but is actually a trap to steal personal information or install malware on the victim’s computer. It is a type of malware that encrypts the victim’s files and demands payment in exchange for the decryption key.

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Palo Alto Networks

DECEMBER 22, 2022

On December 22, 2022, Gartner named Palo Alto Networks a Leader for the eleventh consecutive time in its Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Network Firewalls for 2022. IoT Security integrates with our next-generation firewalls to dynamically discover and maintain a real-time inventory of the IoT devices on the network.

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Palo Alto Networks

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

{{interview_audio_title}} 00:00 00:00 Volume Slider 10s 10s 10s 10s Seek Slider Like legacy security tools, such as traditional firewalls and signature-based antivirus software, organizations that have more traditional (and potentially more vulnerable) SOCs are struggling to keep pace with the increasing volume and sophistication of threats.

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Tenable

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Fortinet reports “potential” exploitation in the wild In its advisory on February 8, Fortinet said this vulnerability is “potentially being exploited in the wild.” It has not shared any specifics about in-the-wild exploitation, nor has it shared any information about who reported the flaw as of February 9.

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Kaseya

JANUARY 23, 2020

The report identifies their top priorities for effective endpoint management and helps in selecting the right solution according to business needs. Kaseya was selected as a Top 3 vendor in two of the categories in the report– Patch Management and Asset and Inventory Management. To learn more, download the EMA report here.

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xmatters

JULY 2, 2024

Examples include: A hacker bypasses a firewall to enter a private network. Malware Malware is malicious software designed to harm, exploit, or otherwise compromise a computer system or network. Alternatively, a support team member might report customer issues with the tool.

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Palo Alto Networks

APRIL 20, 2020

The problem is that many legacy firewall rules enable access to practically everything in the network. Teams must ensure that these devices are protected against malware and viruses. Historically, many companies deployed VPNs primarily for technical people needing access to critical technology assets.

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Kaseya

APRIL 15, 2020

Just like the coronavirus spreads from person to person, cybersecurity malware too can spread rapidly from computer to computer and network to network. Misconfiguration will drive a majority of the incidents according to the Sophos 2020 Threat Report. Mobile Malware. IoT Devices. trillion by 2026.

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Ivanti

JUNE 11, 2024

Risk of misinformation Generative AI can potentially produce incorrect or misleading information, leading to serious consequences for IT – for example, by introducing malware or incorrectly recommending turning off functionality used to secure the IT environment against malicious actors.

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Ivanti

JUNE 7, 2024

A few years ago, basic cyber hygiene meant creating and updating complex passwords, patching devices regularly, backing up data and deploying firewalls and endpoint virus scanners. Some might have a lower severity rating but are widely exploited as they are easy to exploit or are used in automated attacks or malware campaigns.

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Firemon

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

They include malware, phishing sites, and typo squatted domains. Remember, monitoring goes hand in hand with reporting. Weak Credentials: Weak passwords are easier to guess or crack, allowing cybercriminals to steal data or spread malware, such as ransomware. What are the different types of Attack Surfaces?

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Firemon

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

They include malware, phishing sites, and typo squatted domains. Remember, monitoring goes hand in hand with reporting. Weak Credentials: Weak passwords are easier to guess or crack, allowing cybercriminals to steal data or spread malware, such as ransomware. What Are the Different Types of Attack Surfaces?

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Tenable

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

A vulnerability could also be a host on the network that lacks modern protections like next-generation firewalls or anti-malware features. Keep in mind that “vulnerability” isn't a synonym for words like "malware," "virus," "trojan" or any of the other words that describe common cyberthreats. Try Nessus Free for 7 Days.

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Tenable

MARCH 5, 2021

The term "vulnerability" isn't synonymous with "malware" or "virus”: It simply means any weakness within your network that can be exploited. Malware and other cyberthreats often enter networks because of vulnerabilities; they are not vulnerabilities in and of themselves.)

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Tenable

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Get the latest on the anniversary of the Log4j crisis; OWASP’s top CI/CD risks; a surge of infostealer malware; the fund transfer fraud — business email compromise connection; and more! . 3 - Attackers boost use of infostealer malware. Infostealers Malware Advertisements and Pricing from July to October 2022.

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MagmaLabs

OCTOBER 13, 2022

As a result, your data gets secured and protected from malware, other attacks, or security breaches. Some cyber hygiene best practices include the following: Installing antivirus and malware software. Using firewalls to block unauthorized users from getting data. Setting stronger passwords and using multi-factor authentication.

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Prisma Clud

AUGUST 8, 2024

These simulations are valuable for validating aspects of an organization's security posture — testing a new firewall rule, evaluating the response to a type of malware, ensuring compliance with certain regulations. These reports provide actionable insights for improving security measures. Moreover, they’re rarely linear.

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Firemon

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Cybercriminals often install malware on POS devices to steal credit card information during transactions. Automated Firewall Policy Compliance : Ensure your cybersecurity policies are always updated with automatic compliance checks. This type of fraud can lead to significant financial losses and damage a retailer’s reputation.

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MagmaLabs

MARCH 6, 2023

Furthermore, it is decisive to prevent cybersecurity threats, such as hacking , phishing , and malware attacks. How to Minimize the Risk The theft of digital information has become one of the most commonly reported forms of fraud, which can result in severe consequences for businesses.

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Kaseya

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Statista reports that the number of mobile devices operating worldwide reached roughly 15 billion in 2021 , up by 1 billion since the previous year. Because these devices connect to the internet, they are vulnerable to malware and hacking. Network control: A reliable firewall is an example of network control.

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Kaseya

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

As per the Verizon 2020 Data Breach Investigations Report, over 80 percent of hacking-related breaches involve brute force or the use of lost or stolen credentials. The Threat: Malware. Malware – short for malicious software, is a term used to represent computer viruses, worms, trojans, ransomware, adware, spyware, etc.

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Kaseya

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Due to its ability to detect new-age threats, like zero-day and fileless malware, that are stealthy enough to bypass conventional AV and AM solutions, EDR is a must-have in today’s increasingly dangerous cybersecurity environment. Why is EDR important? Does an EDR really make a difference? Remote script execution on the endpoint.

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CTOvision

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

For more details on the attack see this NBC Los Angles Report. The typical organization already has firewalls, anti virus solutions, encrypted data solutions, data backups, network monitoring and security information management tools to hold data on how all that is working. But still the malware gets in. The malware gets in.

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Tenable

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In fact, the recent “ State of AI and Security Survey Report ” from the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) reveals a majority of security professionals (63%) believe in AI’s potential to enhance security measures. How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statement: AI will improve security within our organization.

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Kaseya

APRIL 6, 2023

MDR experts’ tool stack includes everything from firewall, antivirus and antimalware programs to advanced intrusion detection, encryption, and authentication and authorization solutions. In such an environment, relying solely on conventional security systems like firewalls and antivirus software will not meet the challenge.

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