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How legacy tech impedes zero trust and what to do about it
Old perimeter-based defenses can throw up roadblocks to implementing a zero-trust strategy, but a measured, phased approach will see you through.
Dashlane launches new Dark Web Insights tool, MFA authenticator app, small biz Starter plan
Password manager vendor releases new credential security and support service features, along with a new low-cost option for small businesses.
Dell launches new cybersecurity resources to enhance zero-trust adoption, cyber resilience
Dell announces several new cybersecurity resources including a Zero Trust Center of Excellence that will incorporate the US Department of Defense Zero Trust Reference Architecture.
97% of enterprises say VPNs are prone to cyberattacks: Study
Since the shift to remote and hybrid work, 44% of organizations have witnessed an increase in exploits targeting VPNs, and many are moving toward zero-trust security, according to a report from Zscaler.
The deepfake danger: When it wasn’t you on that Zoom call
Deepfakes pose a real threat to security and risk management and it’s only going to get worse as the technology develops and bad actors can access malicious offerings such as deepfakes as a service.
Multi-factor authentication fatigue attacks are on the rise: How to defend against them
LAPSUS$ is just one cybercriminal group that has breached networks of large companies such as Uber and Microsoft by spamming employees with MFA authentication requests.
The trouble with 2fa
With a large percentage of your workforce now working remotely, two-factor authentication (2fa) can make them (or your company data) safer online. But how you're doing it now probably isn't helping much at all.
12 famous passwords used through the ages
Passwords seem like a recent thing, but they've been in use for a long time. Here are a dozen of the more memorable ones.
Intro to crypto wallet authentication
A blockchain enabled cybersecurity future is coming fast, with crypto wallets set to become a central authentication mechanism.
How Azure Active Directory opens new authentication risks
Hybrid cloud identity and access management services add complexity and opportunity for attackers to network authentication processes, as recently demonstrated for Azure AD.
Dashlane launches integrated passkey support for password manager with new in-browser passkey solution
Dashlane's passkey support allows users to authenticate to their password vaults without a password.
Sorting zero-trust hype from reality
Zero trust is not a product, but a security methodology based on defense-in-depth and least-privileged access concepts.
How ABM built a cohesive security program around zero trust
CISO Stephanie Franklin-Thomas advances ABM’s security program with a holistic approach to zero trust, putting equal emphasis on people, process, and technology.
Top cybersecurity products unveiled at Black Hat 2022
Here are some of the most interesting new products launched at Black Hat USA 2022, including zero trust, extended detection and response (XDR), and a host of other threat and vulnerability management offerings.
Axis adds automation, onboarding features to Atmos ZTNA network access software
Axis is also offering migration tools and a buyback program for those looking to move from legacy ZTNA (zero trust network access) applications.
Teleport features passwordless access with new access plane update
With the new capability, Teleport hopes to replace usernames, passwords, private keys, and other secrets with more secure physical identity solutions such as Touch ID, Windows Hello and Trusted Platform Module hardware.
Passwordless company claims to offer better password security solution
Stytch's business is getting rid of passwords so why is it trying to "modernize" their use?