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Upgrading Your Cybersecurity Home Lab: Building Advanced Capabilities
Posted on 23 Jan 2025
Creating a cybersecurity home lab is vital for mastering network defenses and incident responses. Upgrading hardware, enhancing network segmentation, refining virtualization, improving offensive and defensive tools, integrating cloud security, automating processes, and exploring advanced topics are essential steps. Netizen supports organizations with assessment tools and cybersecurity solutions to bolster security infrastructure. ...
Local Security Policy in Windows 10/11: An Overview
Posted on 22 Jan 2025
Windows 10 and 11 provide Local Security Policy tools to manage security settings effectively. Administrators can enforce authentication standards, monitor user activities, and mitigate risks via account, audit, and network policies. The policy framework is crucial for standalone and small-scale systems, enhancing compliance and safeguarding against threats using various management tools. ...
Fasthttp Exploited in New Brute Force Campaign: What SOC Teams Need to Know
Posted on 21 Jan 2025
On January 13th, SpearTip identified a brute-force attack exploiting the fasthttp library to target Azure Active Directory, primarily from Brazil. High rates of authentication failures and account lockouts were observed. SpearTip released a PowerShell script for detection and advised SOC teams on proactive measures and response strategies to combat such threats effectively. ...
Netizen: Monday Security Brief (1/20/2025)
Posted on 20 Jan 2025
Trump halted the TikTok ban through an executive order, allowing ByteDance more time for a potential sale amid national security concerns. Meanwhile, Fortinet announced critical vulnerabilities affecting its products, including a zero-day flaw, prompting immediate patch releases and advising organizations on timely updates and monitoring for compromises. ...
What Is The Difference Between Credentialed Scanning And Uncredentialed Scanning?
Posted on 17 Jan 2025
Credentialed scanning uses elevated access for thorough system assessments, revealing deeper vulnerabilities, while uncredentialed scanning evaluates external exposure without special access. Both internal and external methods address unique threats, and both intrusive and non-intrusive scans serve differing needs. Balancing these approaches enhances vulnerability management and strengthens overall security posture. ...
Everything You Need to Know About STIGs in Cybersecurity
Posted on 16 Jan 2025
A Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) outlines cybersecurity standards to mitigate vulnerabilities in systems for governmental and commercial entities. STIG compliance is essential for safeguarding sensitive data. Organizations dealing with secure data can benefit from STIGs, enhancing their security practices. Netizen provides support services to ensure effective compliance and vulnerability management. ...
What to Know in Order to Get Your First SOC Internship
Posted on 15 Jan 2025
A Security Operations Center (SOC) internship is vital for launching a cybersecurity career, offering hands-on experience and professional insight. Key steps to secure a position include understanding SOC roles, developing technical skills, gaining hands-on experience, and crafting a strong resume. Networking within the industry also enhances opportunities for aspiring interns. ...
Microsoft January 2025 Patch Tuesday: 8 Zero-Days and 159 Vulnerabilities
Posted on 14 Jan 2025
In January 2025, Microsoft addressed 159 vulnerabilities in its Patch Tuesday update, including eight zero-days, three under active exploitation. Key categories include 40 Elevation of Privilege and 58 Remote Code Execution vulnerabilities. Users are urged to prioritize these updates to mitigate security risks, enhancing the overall cybersecurity posture. ...
Netizen: Monday Security Brief (1/13/2025)
Posted on 13 Jan 2025
Ivanti has reported two critical zero-day vulnerabilities in its Connect Secure products, with one already exploited. Customers are urged to upgrade their systems immediately. Meanwhile, Telegram's increased data sharing with law enforcement raises concerns about user privacy and encryption integrity, potentially eroding trust among its privacy-focused user base. ...
30 Essential Cybersecurity Search Engines for Researchers and Professionals
Posted on 10 Jan 2025
Cybersecurity search engines provide crucial tools for professionals to gather information, track vulnerabilities, and analyze online assets for improved security management. ...
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- 07 Oct 2024: NETIZEN JOINT VENTURE COMPANY AWARDED $12B DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY JETS IT SERVICES CONTRACT
- 22 Nov 2023: NETIZEN TO ATTEND 2023 CDCA EASTERN DEFENSE SUMMIT
- 27 Mar 2023: NETIZEN CEO NAMED FOR A THIRD YEAR TO THE “POWER 100” LIST OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY
- 07 Mar 2023: NETIZEN HIRES JOE CARR AS DIRECTOR OF CYBERSECURITY
- 28 Nov 2022: NETIZEN EARNS 5TH CONSECUTIVE FEDERAL AWARD FOR MILITARY VETERAN HIRING AND SUPPORT
- 10 Nov 2021: NETIZEN CORPORATION AWARDED HIRE VETS PLATINUM MEDALION FOR THE 4TH YEAR IN A ROW.
- 30 Jun 2021: NETIZEN AWARDED STATE-WIDE CYBERSECURITY CONTRACT FOR COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS
- 22 Jun 2021: NETIZEN APPRAISED AT CMMI® MATURITY LEVEL 3
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- 05 Jan 2021: NETIZEN HIRES AKHIL HANDA AS CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AND OTHER TEAM NEWS
- 10 Dec 2020: NETIZEN NAMED ONE OF THE NATION’S FASTEST-GROWING VETERAN OWNED BUSINESSES FOR 2ND YEAR IN A ROW
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- 04 Jun 2020: NETIZEN AWARDED $9.2M U.S. ARMY CYBERSECURITY CONTRACT
- 07 Jan 2020: NETIZEN NAMED THE SECOND-FASTEST-GROWING VETERAN OWNED BUSINESS IN THE NATION
- 07 Nov 2019: NETIZEN RECEIVES AWARD FROM U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR FOR VETERAN EMPLOYMENT INITIATIVES
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- 14 Sep 2018: NETIZEN PROVIDING COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR VETERANS
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