Tag: Security on TechRepublic

Dump Chrome as your default browser on Android

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Jack Wallen tells us why Android users should switch from Chrome as their default browsers. Read the original article: Dump Chrome as your default browser on Android

8 advanced threats Kaspersky predicts for 2022

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Advanced threats constantly evolve. This year saw multiple examples of advanced persistent threats under the spotlight, allowing us to predict what threats might lead the future. Read the original article: 8…

Policymakers want to regulate AI but lack consensus on how

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Commentary: AI is considered “world changing” by policymakers, but it’s unclear how to ensure positive outcomes. Read the original article: Policymakers want to regulate AI but lack consensus on how

How to beef up your multicloud security

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic A majority of IT leaders surveyed by Valtix said they realize their employees lack the necessary skills to manage multicloud security. Read the original article: How to beef up your multicloud…

Your weak passwords can be cracked in less than a second

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Easy-to-crack phrases “123456,” “123456789,” “12345,” “qwerty” and “password” are the five most common passwords, says NordPass. Read the original article: Your weak passwords can be cracked in less than a second

14 tactics to use during a ransomware negotiation

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Security researchers analyzed 700 incidents to understand the economics of these threats as well as what bargaining tactics work. Read the original article: 14 tactics to use during a ransomware negotiation

How AI fights fraud in the telecom industry

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Americans lost $29.8 billion in phone fraud over the past year. Can AI fraud detection change this? Read the original article: How AI fights fraud in the telecom industry

The mobile VPNs of 2021 that you need to try

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Privacy is essential, especially on a mobile device. These five options available for both Android and iOS can help keep your device secure and your traffic private, but not without cost.…

Rootkits: Expensive to build, cheap to rent

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Positive Technology analysts found ready-made malware for any budget as well as the option to have a custom-build rootkit on Dark Web forums. Read the original article: Rootkits: Expensive to build,…

Secure SSH logins with knockd

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic You need to lock down your servers so that only you have access via SSH. One way to help that is with knockd. Jack Wallen shows you how. Read the original…

Phishing attack exploits Craigslist and Microsoft OneDrive

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic A phishing campaign took advantage of the mail relay function on Craigslist, which allows attackers to remain anonymous, Inky says. Read the original article: Phishing attack exploits Craigslist and Microsoft OneDrive

How IT pros can set boundaries and protocols

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic From managing backups and Linux distributions to troubleshooting hard drive failure and protecting company data, it’s easy to see why IT pros are overwhelmed and overworked. Read the original article: How…

How to digitally sign email in Apple Mail

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Adding a digital signature to your email is just one simple step you can take in your journey for more secure communications. Jack Wallen shows you how this is done in…

How to keep your data off the Dark Web

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Traditional security solutions are no longer enough to protect your organization from a data breach, Bitglass says. Read the original article: How to keep your data off the Dark Web

Tech support scams top list of latest phishing threats

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Tech support scams work because they try to trick people into believing there’s a serious security crisis with their computers, says Norton Labs. Read the original article: Tech support scams top…

How to deal with supply-chain disruptions: 5 tips

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic Tom Merritt gives us five ways to deal with the uncertainty of weather events and port issues. Read the original article: How to deal with supply-chain disruptions: 5 tips

Is your organization safe from a cybersecurity attack?

This article has been indexed from Security on TechRepublic How is your company preventing the terror of a potential cybersecurity breach? Take this quick, multiple choice survey and tell us about it. Read the original article: Is your organization safe…