IONOSby GeminiNextcloud often stores confidential information that needs to stay private. A strong password helps, but it should not be the only thing protecting your login. With 2FA, users need a second step to sign in, such as a TOTP code, security key or device confirmation. This article…
S_LShutterstockThere are many options for photo backup. Which solutions work best for storing your personal pictures? As image quality continues to improve, file sizes grow, making cloud-based photo backup an increasingly popular choice. How secure is it to keep your photos in the cloud, and…
Rawpixel.comshutterstockDigital sovereignty in the EU means maintaining control over data, IT infrastructure, and cloud services. For companies, it reduces dependence on international providers and strengthens digital independence. This article explains what digital sovereignty means in practice and how…
sdecoretShutterstockInternet security measures have become indispensable these days. Encryption is essential to ensure that unauthorised third parties do not gain access to data or are able to manipulate it. That’s what TLS or Transport Layer Security is for. Here’s what you need to know about this…
IONOSby GeminiIt seems like almost every day a new software vulnerability is uncovered or an existing one is patched. One attack method that has long exploited such weaknesses is the SQL injection. But what exactly are these malicious database exploits, how do they work, and—most…
Rawpixel.comShutterstockWith timely warnings, cyber threats can be reliably identified and averted. The question is where to get the data from and how to draw the right conclusions. This is where SIEM, short for Security Information & Event Management, comes into play. Any suspicious incidents and…
IONOSby GeminiCompany networks should be super secure, yet due to the many endpoint and mobile devices, they sometimes exhibit numerous unexpected security flaws. Endpoint security offers both technical solutions and security management practices to address these vulnerabilities. We outline…
Lartos_82ShutterstockAs the business world becomes increasingly more digital, the importance of resilience in the face of cyberthreats and IT problems continue to rise. With the NIS2 Directive, the EU has introduced a set of rules designed to minimise cybersecurity risks and standardise and maximise…
IONOSby GeminiAn intrusion detection system (IDS) begins its operation at the host, the network, or both, actively examining records in real-time to identify any discernible anomalies. When irregularities are detected, the system promptly sends an alert to the relevant parties, playing a…
ElnurShutterstockIn addition to a firewall, an intrusion prevention system (IPS) can monitor either an individual end device or an entire network and alert about potential threats. Unlike intrusion detection systems (IDS) with a similar design, IPS takes a more proactive approach by actively…