Best practices for fighting the fileless threat. Issue 9 (September 2019)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Baldin, Andy
• Is Part Of: Network security. Volume 2019:Issue 9(2019)
• Page Start: 13
• Page End: 15
• Publication Date: 2019-09
• Subjects: Computer security -- Periodicals; Computer networks -- Security measures -- Periodicals; Electronic data processing departments -- Security measures -- Periodicals; Computers -- Access control -- Periodicals; 005.805
• DOI: 10.1016/S1353-4858(19)30108-4
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1353-4858

Abstract

Abstract : In their continuous quest to find new tools, techniques and tactics to outsmart the white hats, hackers have hit upon a pretty effective strategy. Fileless malware attacks are on the rise, but we still have to worry about file-based approaches, making for a complex situation for defenders. Fileless malware attacks are on the rise, but we can't afford to overlook existing threats, creating a complex situation for defenders. The answer lies with a back-to-basics approach based around some key cyber hygiene processes such as patch management and app control, layered up to maximise prevention and minimise risk. With a good foundation in place, expanding to include detection and response can now be done successfully, argues Andy Baldin of Ivanti.