
Michael Buckbee
Michael has worked as a sysadmin and software developer for Silicon Valley startups, the US Navy, and everything in between.
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Data Security
Mar 29, 2020
What is a Whaling Attack?
A whaling attack specifically targets senior management in an organization such as the CEO, CFO, or other executives, hoping to leverage their authority to gain access to sensitive data. Discover everything you need to know about this attack including tips for avoiding one with our guide.
Michael Buckbee
3 min read
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Data Security
Mar 29, 2020
Kerberos Attack: How to Stop Golden Tickets?
The Golden Ticket Attack, discovered by security researcher Benjamin Delpy, gives an attacker total and complete access to your entire domain. It’s a Golden Ticket (just like in Willy Wonka)...
Michael Buckbee
4 min read
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Data Security
Mar 29, 2020
What is CDM and How Does Varonis Help?
The Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program is a United States government cybersecurity initiative led by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) leads...
Michael Buckbee
4 min read
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Data Security
Mar 29, 2020
What is an IT Security Audit? The Basics
Security audits are crucial to maintaining effective securilty policies and practices — learn best practices, audit types and what to look for in an audit
Michael Buckbee
5 min read
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Data Security
Mar 29, 2020
What is DCOM (Distributed Component Object Model)?
DCOM (Distributed Component Object Model) is a programming construct that allows a computer to run programs over the network on a different computer as if the program was running locally. Our guide details everything you need to know and more, check it out!
Michael Buckbee
3 min read
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Data Security
Mar 29, 2020
Protect Your Data With Super Easy File Security Tricks!
But if you drill down a little in your thinking, it’s easy to see that data security is ultimately protecting a file somewhere on your system—whether desktops or servers. While data security is a good umbrella term, we need to get into more details to understand file security.
Michael Buckbee
6 min read
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Active Directory
Mar 29, 2020
How to Run an Active Directory Audit Using Varonis
AD is a primary target for attackers. Read on to learn how to use Varonis to discover vulnerabilities and remediate risk in an Active Directory audit.
Michael Buckbee
6 min read
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Data Security
Mar 29, 2020
What is an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT)?
An advanced persistent threat is a long term operation designed to steal as much valuable data as possible. Learn how to protect your organization and more
Michael Buckbee
4 min read
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Privacy & Compliance
Mar 29, 2020
NYS SHIELD Act: Updates to PII, Data Security, and Breach Notification
After the devastating Equifax incident, the New York State legislature introduced the Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security or SHIELD Act in order to update the existing breach rules....
Michael Buckbee
5 min read
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Data Security
Mar 29, 2020
10 Secure File Sharing Options, Tips and Solutions
When moving digital data across networks, there is a number of different tools and solutions that will fit various business needs at the enterprise level.
Michael Buckbee
8 min read
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Data Security
Mar 29, 2020
Zero-Day Vulnerability Explained
Find out how zero-day vulnerabilities become zero-day exploits and zero-day attacks, and how to defend your network from zero-day attacks and exploits.
Michael Buckbee
3 min read
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Data Security
Mar 29, 2020
Exchange Vulnerability: How to Detect Domain Admin Privilege Escalation
Researchers recently uncovered a vulnerability in Exchange that allows any domain user to obtain Domain admin privileges that allow them to compromise AD and connected hosts. Here’s how the attack...
Michael Buckbee
1 min read
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