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SASE adoption accelerating as workforce goes remote

Experts suggest enterprises should consider SASE adoption for network security as the remote workforce grows in order to reduce cost and complexity.

By Michael Heller • June 1, 2020

12 Microsoft 365 security best practices to secure the suite

Migrating to or operating cloud-based Microsoft 365 can bring with it a host of problems and misconfigurations. Check out 12 best practices to tighten Microsoft 365 security.

By Johna Johnson • June 1, 2020

Is VPN split tunneling worth the security risks?

Enabling VPN split tunneling may increase speed and decrease bandwidth use and costs, but it also increases the number of security vulnerabilities faced.

By Sharon Shea • May 27, 2020

Comparing single cloud vs. multi-cloud security challenges

A multi-cloud environment is not inherently more secure than a single cloud. Learn how to choose between single cloud vs. multi-cloud for your organization from a security perspective.

By Mike Chapple • May 12, 2020

Compare the top cloud-based IoT security platforms to protect devices

IoT security tools can protect widely used computing devices that pose cybersecurity risks in the current remote work era. Explore the leading cloud-based options here.

By Karen Kent • May 8, 2020

How to protect the network from ransomware in 5 steps

Stronger network security could be the key to preventing a ransomware infection. Follow these five steps to protect your network from ransomware.

By Kevin Beaver • May 8, 2020

Test your cyber-smarts with this network security quiz

Show what you know about the topics covered in the May 2020 issue of Information Security magazine. If you get nine of 10 answers right, you'll also receive CPE credit!

By Brenda Horrigan • May 6, 2020

The what, why and how of the Spring Security architecture

Like any framework, Spring Security requires writing less code to implement the desired functionality. Learn how to implement the Spring Security architecture in this book excerpt.

By Katie Donegan, Manning Publications Co. • May 5, 2020

Why developers need to know the Spring Security framework

The Spring Security framework is a reliable way for Java developers to secure applications. However, proper implementation is critical to prevent the most common vulnerabilities.

By Katie Donegan, Manning Publications Co. • May 5, 2020

AI-powered cyberattacks force change to network security

Companies now face sophisticated enemies using AI and machine learning tools for their attacks. It's a world of new dangers for those defending network systems and data.

By Robert Lemos • May 1, 2020

Plan now for the future of network security

How to battle well-funded, technologically sophisticated threats and ensure high-quality network performance? CISOs need a plan to meet network challenges now and in the future.

By Ben Cole • May 1, 2020

SSL certificate best practices for 2020 and beyond

SSL/TLS security is continuously improving, and there are steps site owners should take to ensure the safety of their SSL certificates, websites and users. Read on to learn more.

By Michael Cobb • April 29, 2020

Securing a remote workforce amplifies common cybersecurity risks

Securing a remote workforce during the pandemic has not only created unforeseen cybersecurity risks, but also magnified old ones with more employees using home networks.

By Mary Pratt • April 27, 2020

The differences between web roles and worker roles in Azure

What sets web roles and worker roles apart in Microsoft's Azure Cloud Services? Here's a look at how they are different.

By Matthew Pascucci, Sharon Shea • April 23, 2020

Google unveils BeyondCorp Remote Access as VPN alternative

Google unveiled a new iteration of its zero-trust network offering with BeyondCorp Remote Access, which is designed to help remote workers securely connect to critical web apps.

By Rob Wright • April 20, 2020

Bot management drives ethical data use, curbs image scraping

Bot management tools can help enterprises combat bad bots, prevent web and image scraping, and ensure ethical data use -- all while maintaining a positive end-user experience.

By Sandy Carielli • April 14, 2020

Use an IoT security architecture to protect networks end to end

Organizations can reap benefits from IoT technology but only if it is properly secured. Learn the components of IoT network architecture and the unique security considerations of each.

By Johna Johnson • April 14, 2020

Comparing SASE vs. traditional network security architectures

Today's dispersed environments need stronger networking and security architectures. Enter cloud-based Secure Access Service Edge -- a new model for secure network access.

By Dave Shackleford • April 3, 2020

Considering the differences in LAN vs. WAN security

Given the differences in the security of LAN and WAN, enterprises need to guard against insider threats, secure against unauthorized access and potentially secure the edge, too.

By Michael Heller • April 2, 2020

business email compromise (BEC, man-in-the-email attack)

A business email compromise (BEC) is an exploit in which the attacker gains access to a corporate email account and spoofs the owner’s identity in order to commit fraud .

By TechTarget Contributor • March 30, 2020

How to prevent buffer overflow attacks

Read up on types of buffer overflow attacks, and learn secure coding best practices that prevent such vulnerabilities, as well as post-deployment steps to keep apps and websites safe.

By Sharon Shea • March 25, 2020

Experts say CIA security triad needs a DIE model upgrade

Using a distributed, immutable, ephemeral strategy instead of the traditional CIA triad could enable enterprises to encourage security by design and minimize risk, two experts say.

By Michael Heller • March 24, 2020

4 tips to ensure secure remote working during COVID-19 pandemic

Don't let teleworkers compromise your enterprise's security. Follow these tips to ensure secure remote working in the event of a teleworker boom during a pandemic.

By Ashwin Krishnan • March 17, 2020

Get to know the elements of Secure Access Service Edge

Cloud services use cases continue to expand, but implementation challenges remain. Discover Secure Access Service Edge, or SASE, offerings and how they can simplify connectivity.

By Dave Shackleford • March 17, 2020

island hopping attack

In this type of backdoor attack, the threat actor exploits a weakness downstream from the actual target and uses it as a launching point to reach the intended target. The label 'island hopping' is inspired by a military strategy used in the Pacific theater during World War II.

By TechTarget Contributor • March 16, 2020