The latest Hacker News newsletter includes a summary of the findings of a survey of web browser activity by LayerX.
The Hacker News article introduces the report stating:
"With the browser becoming the most prevalent workspace in the enterprise, it is also turning into a popular attack vector for cyber attackers. From account takeovers to malicious extensions to phishing attacks, the browser is a means for stealing sensitive data and accessing organizational systems."
They noted that the "Annual Browser Security Report 2024" by LayerX provides useful insights into the evolving threat landscape for browser security.
Read more: The LayerX Browser Security Annual Report 2024
Report Recommendations
To combat these threats, the report's analysts recommend that organisations adopt a multi-faceted approach to browser security.
- "Update browsers regularly and push security patches promptly to mitigate risks from outdated software.
- Restrict unauthorized extensions and regularly review permissions to prevent data theft.
- Train employees to identify and report suspicious emails and websites.
- Implement conditional access controls and promote clear Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies to secure personal devices used for work.
- Enforce Multi-factor Authentication and educate employees on password hygiene to enhance account security.
- Enforce secure configurations and the whitelisting of extensions.
- Restrict access to sensitive data based on user roles.
- Use advanced tools to detect and analyze browser data for threats, ensuring proactive threat mitigation."
Source: LayerX 2024 Browser Security Report (see link above).
Protect Your Browser
The security and privacy settings of a Web Browser can usually be tightened to protect your privacy and optimise security.
There are many different Web Browser applications available for you to use.
We like Firefox.
If you use Firefox and want to review how you can tighten its privacy and security settings then you may find the following link useful.
Read more: Protect Your Web Connection - Browser Security.
Protect Your Privacy
We highlight some useful links to help protect your privacy when browsing the web in our separate JOOMLERS.UK User Guide.
Read more: Useful links to help protect your privacy.
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