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November 25, 2020

How to use Windows Defender Attack Surface Reduction rules

With Microsoft's Attack Surface Reduction, you can set rules to block risky actions for each workstation on your network. Read more ▶

Image: What is swatting? Unleashing armed police against your enemies

What is swatting? Unleashing armed police against your enemies

Swatting is a form of harassment that uses prank calls to send police SWAT teams into victims' homes. Here's what you need to know about this dangerous practice.

8 types of phishing attacks and how to identify them

Phishing comes in many forms, from spear phishing, whaling and business-email compromise to clone phishing, vishing and snowshoeing. Here's how to recognize each type of phishing attack.

New US IoT law aims to improve edge device security

The Internet of Things Cybersecurity Improvement Act will require device manufacturers to meet new security standards for government contracts. Carryover effect expected for the private sector.

Top COVID-19 security statistics

Here's what research reveals about how CISOs and their organizations responded to the pandemic and what they should do going forward.

21 best free security tools

Check out these free, standout software tools that will make your daily security work easier.

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