In the realm of cybersecurity, it is often said that humans are the weakest link. Despite the advancements in technology and sophisticated security measures put in place, the actions and behaviours of people can still leave organizations vulnerable to Human cyber threats. Human vulnerabilities in cyber security stem from factors such as lack of awareness, […]
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Organizations today hold a lot of data, and such data is seen as the new oil. However, the risk of data loss is an ever-present threat that can have significant consequences for businesses, individuals, and even society. This is where data loss prevention (DLP) comes into play as a vital strategy to protect sensitive data
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With the increasing reliance on mobile devices, it is not uncommon for people to run out of battery on their phones or tablet when they are out and about. While charging stations have become a common sight in public places such as airports, cafes, and train stations, using them to charge your device comes with
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In the world of telecommunications and networking, the term eyeball network is a slang term used by network engineers that refers to an access network whose primary users use the network to look at things (browse the internet, read email, etc.). It also refers to a network infrastructure that connects end-users with the content they
It is a known fact that we rely heavily on passwords to secure our online accounts in today’s digital world. However, the use of weak passwords or password reuse across multiple accounts makes us vulnerable to cyberattacks. That is why it is essential to regularly perform password exposure tests (PET) to identify weak or compromised
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In computer networking, port or port numbers play a crucial role in ensuring that data is transmitted efficiently and securely between devices. A port number is a unique identifier that helps to differentiate between different network services running on a device. Every device connecting to the internet uses ports so that different applications could establish
A reverse proxy is a type of proxy server that sits between a client (web browser) and a web server and acts as an intermediary for requests that are made by the client. Unlike a forward proxy, which is used to protect clients by hiding their identities from servers, a reverse proxy is used to
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Identity is the new control plane of IT security, so authentication is an organization’s access guard. The Azure AD Connect is an on-premises Microsoft application that is designed to meet and accomplish organization hybrid identity goals. It is a solution that bridges an organization’s on-premises Active Directory with its cloud-based Azure Active Directory (Azure AD).
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GRC analysts have the responsibility of speaking about security from a business point. Their work is designed to help the organization, bolster its defenses, be in a place to quickly react and handle bad situations, and limit the number of negative consequences and impacts. One of the really important pieces of work that GRC analysts
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The COVID-19 pandemic generated an increase in cyber threats. According to a security magazine, Ransomware attacks rose by 92.7% in 2021 whilst comparison to 2020. With an increase in the use of digital technology comes an increase in cyber threats and with each passing day, such threats are evolving, and the need for constant attention
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