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digital identity / authentication
Opinion

What's ahead for digital identity in 2020?

teamwork / collaboration / developers / development / engineers / binary code / virtual interface
Feature

Vulnerability management requires good people and patching skills

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How-To

3 ways to make your Windows network harder to attack

Start the new year right by checking these three areas for potential vulnerabilities in your Windows network. Don't make it easy for attackers.

mobile security / threat detection / traffic analysis
Feature

Inspecting TLS-encrypted traffic with mitmproxy

The free, open-source mitmproxy tool makes it easy to inspect TLS-encrypted app and web traffic to see exactly who your phone is talking to.

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Feature

Hiring scarce security talent: 8 secrets to working with recruiters

Recruiters can be a valuable resource, especially when you're looking to hire for specialized and in-demand skills. Here's how to make the most of the relationship.

cloud security / data protection / encryption / security transition
Cybersecurity SnippetsBy

Moving security operations to the cloud

New ESG research finds organizations are aggressively replacing on-premises security analytics and operations technologies with cloud-based alternatives. The shift comes with both short-term wins and strategic benefits.

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InfoSec at Your ServiceBy

5 ways to improve your security posture in 2020

What will shape the cybersecurity conversation in 2020? Only time will tell, but following these five trends will help you rise to new challenges.

Demand for talent > Two business people compete for a third in a tug of war
Feature

Winning the war for cybersecurity talent

Security leaders say they expect demand for talent to outstrip supply for at least the next several years. Your task: develop staffing plans that recognize that reality.

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How-To

How to fix insecure LDAP binds to prevent exposed Windows admin credentials

Although Microsoft has a permanent fix on the way, it's possible that you're exposing domain admin account credentials in cleartext. Here's how to check for and solve that problem.

cloud network assets / cryptocurrency / IoT / disruptive technologies / digital transformation
Review

Review: How Fugue protects cloud assets

The Fugue platform fills a critical need, bringing infrastructure and security compliance protection to the cloud.

incoming emails / DNS security / locked server / parked domain
How-To

How to stop email spoofing of parked domains

Publishing a DMARC record for unused domains is a good idea. Here's how.

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Feature

Protocol analyzers: Who needs them, and how to choose one

Whether for an ad-hoc analysis of a problem or ongoing monitoring, a protocol analyzer can be a valuable tool for the security pro.

access control / authentication / privileges / security
How-To

Two tips to make multifactor authentication for Office 365 more effective

Here's how to set up "break glass" accounts for emergency admin access to Microsoft Office 365 and brand your Office 365 log-in page to foil fake pages.

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Review

Review: How DivvyCloud protects cloud deployments

Keep your cloud instances in compliance throughout their lifecycle — regardless of the type of cloud, the technology or the vendor.

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Feature

Top 5 states for cybersecurity jobs

These states boast high average salaries and plenty of job opportunities, but that's not all that sets them apart.

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How-To

How to use Microsoft Compliance Score to improve data protection

The new Compliance Score console in Microsoft 365 offers templates and advice to help meet the ever-growing list of regulatory data protection and privacy rules.

CSO > secure mergers + acquisitions / floating puzzles pieces / abstract security mechanisms
Feature

10 biggest cybersecurity M&A deals of 2019

This past year has been a very active one for mergers and acquisitions in the cybersecurity industry as companies seek to expand their offerings. What will the 2020 M&A market be like?

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How-To

How to protect your business from holiday attacks

Attackers see opportunity in the holidays, but these simple steps and considerations can help block their efforts.

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Feature

Short on security expertise? You can still choose the right solutions

Small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) often lack the resources and knowledge to properly vet cybersecurity solutions. Avoid poor decisions with these best practices.

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Feature

How Virgin Hyperloop One protects its most precious data

VHO's high profile means its intellectual property is coveted by competitors, nation-states and curious hackers. Tightly controlled access is the key to protecting that data.

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