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Understanding the Cyber Risks in Video Communication

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Additionally, consider platforms with strong access controls, such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) to prevent unauthorized access. Enforcing these policies ensures consistent adherence across the organization, reducing the risk of security breaches.

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Advanced Data Security: Safeguarding Your Business In The Digital Age  

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Whether you’re a small business owner, a corporate leader, or an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) specialist, the consequences of a data breach are severe and far-reaching. These obsolete programs lack ongoing network security updates, making them low-hanging fruit for breaches.

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Strengthening Cyber Defenses with Multi-Factor Authentication

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Mutli-Factor Authentication (MFA) isn’t a new concept. However, despite this, there is still confusion surrounding the mechanism and how it adds to cyber defense. This article unravels the mysteries of MFA and how it can be used to strengthen cyber defenses. Another mechanism that is heavily relied on is MFA.

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How to Create a GDPR-Compliant Password Policy?

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According to a Verizon report , over 80% of hacking-related breaches are due to compromised passwords. In such attacks, cybercriminals exploit weak or reused passwords to breach multiple accounts, leading to significant data breaches and financial losses. Here are the essential components: 1.

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Data Blizzard Hits LA Schools: Students data stolen in Snowflake Hack

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In a recent development that has raised concerns across the education sector, Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) has confirmed a significant data breach involving student information. Conclusion The ramifications of this breach extend beyond immediate security concerns. As the situation unfolds, LAUSD and Snowflake Inc.

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Deep Dive: Reducing The Security Risks Of Open Banking

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Open banking comes with security risks, however, as a hacker that manages to breach an open banking API can hijack all of the apps that harness this interface to gather data. One 2018 study found that 81 percent of open banking-related breaches were the result of stolen or weak passwords.

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5 Common Cybersecurity Blunders Often Made by Commercial Enterprises

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Beyond the immediate financial repercussions, a breach can severely damage a company’s reputation and erode the trust it has built with its customers. Whether it’s customer information, financial records, or internal communications, encrypting this data can help safeguard enterprises’ information even in the event of a breach.