Top 10 Cybersecurity Articles of 2024

Cybersecurity remained a major concern for businesses and users this year, with growing threats and newly discovered vulnerabilities. At the same time, the security field has made significant advancements to counter these issues. Here are the top security articles from ITPro Today, offering a comprehensive overview of the cybersecurity landscape in 2024.

1. Cybersecurity Quiz 2024: Test Your IT Security Knowledge

How well do you know the principles and concepts of cybersecurity? Find out in this quick quiz, consisting of 20 multiple-choice questions to help you assess your knowledge.

2. Cybersecurity Basics: A Quick Reference Guide for IT Professionals

Here’s a quick guide for IT professionals looking to build a basic understanding of cybersecurity essentials. The guide covers network security, identity and access management (IAM), incident response planning, and other fundamentals.

3. Women in Cybersecurity Face Barriers to Hiring, Advancement

Gender inequality persists in the cybersecurity sector, with women lagging behind men in recruitment and career advancement. This article features expert insights and strategies to promote gender equality in the industry.

Gender Equity in Tech: Women in IT: Significant Strides Have Been Made, Yet Challenges Persist

4. Using PowerShell for Brute-Force Password Cracking (Example Script)

Have you ever struggled with a locked file? In this article, author Brien Posey demonstrates how he used PowerShell to crack a password-protected file and shares the script he used to do it. 

Manage Your Passwords: World Password Day 2024: Best Practices for Secure Accounts

5. Linux Security in the Cloud Era: Best Practices for Protecting Your Cloud Workloads

Linux is a common choice for cloud-based infrastructure but presents unique security challenges. This article explores essential security principles to help you defend against advanced persistent threats and strengthen your overall security.

Ransomware Protection: Linux Ransomware Threats: How Attackers Target Linux Systems

6. Cybersecurity Acronyms Cheat Sheet

Check out this Cybersecurity Acronyms Cheat Sheet for a quick reference to must-know terms and abbreviations in cybersecurity.

Decode the Jargon: Essential IT and Cybersecurity Acronyms Every ITOp Pro Should Know

7. Why Prompt Injection Is a Threat to Large Language Models

With generative AI and large language models (LLMs) saturating the tech market, developers must stay vigilant about emerging vulnerabilities and attack methods. One such risk is prompt injection, which manipulates LLMs into performing unauthorized actions or exposing restricted information.

Chatbot Security: AI Chatbots Ditch Guardrails After ‘Deceptive Delight’ Cocktail

8. How Cybersecurity Analysts Can Boost Their Coding Skills to Advance Their Careers

Basic programming knowledge can significantly enhance cybersecurity analyst careers. Author Christopher Tozzi shares insights on how analysts can develop these essential skills.

Coding in 2024: 7 Trends That Helped Shape Software Development in 2024

9. White House Calls for Adoption of Memory-Safe Programming Languages to Prevent Cyber-Attacks

Memory-safety issues are among the most widespread security risks today. To address this, the ONCD has advocated for technology companies to adopt memory-safe programming languages.

Critical Infrastructure, Critical Threats: China Infiltrates U.S. Critical Infrastructure in Ramp-up to Conflict

10. Linux Server Security: Essential Guide for Hardening Servers

Attackers increasingly target Linux systems, making it vital for IT professionals to adopt strong security measures. This guide offers practical steps to beef up Linux server security and defend against evolving threats.

Attack-Proof Containers: 10 Ways To Harden Your Linux Containers Against Attacks

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