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Exposure Risks with File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

Communication protocols govern data transmission between computer networks. These protocols, such as File Transfer Protocol (FTP) and Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP), determine how data is transferred between devices through a port, which is a unique connection endpoint for a specific service. Because file transfer moves files over the internet, insecure file transfer ports create opportunities for hackers to send their own malicious payload or for other threat actors to intercept traffic.

The Apache Log4J Vulnerability: Questionnaire & VRM Tips

Apache Log4j 2, a Java-based logging library, was affected by a zero-day vulnerability on December 9, 2021. The vulnerability, known as Log4Shell and identified by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) as CVE-2021-44228, allows cybercriminals to take control of vulnerable systems and servers. Many web applications, open-source cloud platforms, and service providers utilize Log4j.

Crafting a Comprehensive Web Application Security Questionnaire

One of the foundational areas of cybersecurity is securing web applications. Millions of users visit different websites daily, exchanging sensitive information and data. Securing your organization’s web applications includes many tools like authentication protocols, data encryption, network defenses, and more. A good place to start evaluating your organization’s web application security posture is by using a security questionnaire.

Returning to the Office? Protect the Machines

Open ports that direct traffic to and from machines in the office could become an attack vector, especially as more employees return to a physical office environment. If attackers can access your network through an unsecured and often forgotten port, then your sensitive data could be at risk. This article considers security risks for ports related to office machinery.

Ultimate List of Cybersecurity Regulations by Industry

Cybersecurity is becoming a critical concern as various industries depend on digital infrastructure. To protect sensitive information from cyber threats, governments worldwide have introduced cybersecurity regulations for specific sectors that help secure digital ecosystems and prevent cyber attacks. Understanding the specific regulations for your organization’s industry is essential for risk management.

The 5 Biggest Cyber Threats For the Education Sector in 2024

Storing large amounts of sensitive data and allocating minimal resources to cybersecurity makes the education sector attractive to cybercriminals. Education organizations are also a prime target for cybercrime, given their historic reliance on large distributed networks, the rise of remote learning, and their need for relevant cyber hygiene training.

The Ultimate Vendor Risk Management Guide For Healthcare

The healthcare industry stores an abundance of sensitive information and relies on third-party vendors for critical business services, two factors that make the sector a prime target for cyber attacks. In 2022, 707 data breaches compromised 500 or more patient accounts, according to report records from the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office For Civil Rights (OCR).

54 Cybersecurity Statistics Technology Companies Need To Know

Severe cyber threats often threaten the technology sector because of the level of sensitive data companies and their third-party vendors process and store. Developing a comprehensive awareness of cybersecurity trends is one of the easiest ways for tech companies to protect themselves from cybercriminals, scams, and other cybersecurity threats.