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#teamwin #adminbyrequest #PAM ⚡Boost IT Productivity by Restricting Admin Rights⚡ Understanding Admin Rights Admin rights are powerful tools designed to allow users to install software, change system settings, and perform other critical tasks on their endpoints. They are essential for IT administrators but often end up being granted more broadly, creating unnecessary risks. While it may seem convenient to give employees these rights to avoid minor disruptions, this practice can lead to significant inefficiencies and security vulnerabilities. The Security Risks of Unnecessary Admin Rights When employees have admin rights they don’t need, it opens up your network to a myriad of risks. Each unnecessary admin account increases your attack surface, making it easier for cybercriminals to exploit vulnerabilities. According to Forrester, 80% of data breaches involve access to a privileged account. These breaches can lead to severe financial losses, data theft, and damage to your company’s reputation. Take, for example, the Target data breach of 2013: Attackers initially gained access to Target’s network through a third-party HVAC vendor. Once inside, they used lateral movement techniques to navigate through the network and escalate privileges. This allowed them to compromise point-of-sale (POS) systems and steal credit and debit card information from approximately 40 million customers, resulting in significant financial losses and reputational damage for Target. https://lnkd.in/gTrtm5EU

⚡Is Smart Manufacturing Leaving Your Operations Vulnerable? For three years in a row, manufacturing has been a top-attacked industry, according to the IBM X-Force Threat Intelligence Index 2024. Attackers see manufacturers as an increasingly attractive target. Smart factories open new attack vectors. And as new industrial control systems (ICS) become more connected, the opportunity for malware to spread grows. In this blog post, learn how Industry 4.0 is changing manufacturing cybersecurity and why using a Zero Trust approach can help protect against vulnerabilities from smart factories and ICS. https://lnkd.in/gkNX273N

#teamin #illumio #textbook Want to learn how a text book data breach works? Try this real life scenario, linked below. Perhaps you want to look in to some basic housekeeping like cleaning up dormant accounts and blocking lateral movement. A now-patched security flaw in Veeam Backup & Replication software is being exploited by a nascent ransomware operation known as EstateRansomware. Singapore-headquartered Group-IB, which discovered the threat actor in early April 2024, said the modus operandi involved the exploitation of CVE-2023-27532 (CVSS score: 7.5) to carry out the malicious activities. Initial access to the target environment is said to have been facilitated by means of a Fortinet FortiGate firewall SSL VPN appliance using a dormant account. "The threat actor pivoted laterally from the FortiGate Firewall through the SSL VPN service to access the failover server," security researcher Yeo Zi Wei said in an analysis published today. https://lnkd.in/gTfT_6zm

👍Mastering Sysadmin on Windows: Essential Skills and Tips Thinking of becoming a Sysadmin on Windows? This role is essential for any organization with Windows endpoints and with Windows having 64.27% of the market share of operating systems – that’s a lot of companies who need this role filled at all times. In this article, you’ll discover the key responsibilities, essential skills, and tools used by Windows system administrators. We’ll also dive into career growth and opportunities in this field. Key Takeaways Windows System Administrators keep Windows based systems and networks running smoothly and securely, installing, configuring and troubleshooting various servers and network components. Essential skills for Windows System Administrators include technical skills in Active Directory, Group Policy, networking and PowerShell scripting and soft skills like problem solving, communication and adaptability. Career growth as a Windows System Administrator involves continuous learning, getting certifications and staying up to date with the latest technologies and trends like cloud computing, virtualization and disaster recovery planning. https://lnkd.in/g_vhiGSV

⚡Little-Known Features of Illumio Core: Vulnerability Maps In this ongoing series, Illumio security experts highlight the lesser known (but no less powerful) features of Illumio Core. The modern compute landscape is a very tempting target for cybercriminals, with the potential for significant profit from ransomware, financial theft via breaches, the exfiltration of intellectual property, and infrastructure disruption. With traditional security controls often falling far behind as a priority in hybrid, multi-cloud architectures, the opportunities for cybercriminals only keep increasing. Many organizations are using vulnerability scanners to get real-time updates on vulnerable ports, but these scanners only provide insights – not fixes. In this blog post, learn how you can combine your vulnerability scanner data with the power of Illumio’s Vulnerability Map to immediately secure vulnerabilities and reduce your risk exposure. https://lnkd.in/gu93A_Pa

👍Contain Ransomware at Its Source With Zero Trust Segmentation.. It’s a fact that today’s complex connectivity across hybrid, multi-cloud environments is increasing the attack surface. And as a result, organizations face an unprecedented threat from ransomware attacks — which can not only disrupt operations and incur great financial loss but also jeopardize reputation and ultimately customer trust. As the cyber threat landscape evolves, it's not a question of if your organization will be targeted by ransomware but rather when. It’s essential for organizations to proactively prepare for ransomware attacks with Zero Trust Segmentation. In this blog post, learn why the ransomware threat is so critical and how to achieve ransomware containment with Zero Trust Segmentation. https://lnkd.in/gXbBsA75

⚡The Facts About Continuous Penetration Testing and Why It's Important... Continuous Penetration Testing or Continuous Attack Surface Penetration Testing (CASPT) is an advanced security practice that involves the continuous, automated, and ongoing penetration testing services of an organization's digital assets to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities. CASPT is designed for enterprises with an evolving attack surface where periodic pentesting is no longer sufficient. Unlike traditional penetration testing, which is often performed annually or semi-annually, CASPT is an ongoing process that integrates directly into the software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring that vulnerabilities are discovered and addressed in real-time or near-real-time. CASPT is a proactive security measure designed to stay ahead of potential attackers by continuously evaluating the security posture of an organization. It enables security teams to identify critical entry points that could be exploited by attackers, validate the effectiveness of existing security controls, and ensure that any newly introduced code or infrastructure changes do not introduce new vulnerabilities. Users can run baseline tests to share changes or new updates across assets and associated vulnerabilities providing a roadmap for pentesting teams as soon as changes are detected. https://lnkd.in/eTM_YmZE

How PAM Could Have Mitigated the TeamViewer Attack SOPHIE DODSON A tech-savvy author, seamlessly integrating computer science and computer graphic design expertise for a precision-focused approach in her writing, currently specializing in cybersecurity topics. https://lnkd.in/gD92DXKh

👍Proactive vs. Reactive: Why Investing in PAM Today Saves You from Tomorrow’s Breaches? In 2023 alone, the global average cost of a data breach reached $4.45 million, a figure that underscores the immense financial impact of cyberattacks. For enterprises, the question is not if they will be targeted, but when. In this high-stakes environment, adopting a proactive security posture is no longer optional—it’s imperative. This blog delves into the crucial difference between proactive and reactive security measures, highlighting the importance of Privileged Access Management (PAM). We’ll explore why investing in PAM solutions today can save your organization from costly breaches tomorrow. https://lnkd.in/gDtt8i4K

Should We Worry About Cybersecurity Becoming Too Dependent on AI? Just a few years ago, the idea of artificial intelligence (AI) as part of everyday life only seemed possible in a sci-fi film. But with the introduction of ChatGPT in November 2023, AI has become a reality – and it’s sparked both excitement and apprehension. There's been a lot of discussion about how AI can make work easier by doing simple tasks, letting companies focus on more complex problems. But as AI improves, some experts are growing concerned about using AI too much, especially in the cybersecurity field. In this blog post, I’ll discuss why AI is a boon for cybersecurity despite its weaknesses and how combining the power of AI with the human intellect can alleviate fears about AI overreliance. https://lnkd.in/gXb4CB7N