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Passwordless authentication is an emerging concept in IT security. It is a way to replace the shortcomings of traditional passwords while protecting IT security. As a newer technology, it might be helpful as a way to reach your security goals. Discover what exactly passwordless authentication can do for your security and identify the challenges with […]

COVID-19 changed the business world forever. Back in March 2020, few of us imagined that the crisis would last more than six months. At this point, it is time to apply agile thinking to adjust identity and access management practices to respond to the current situation. Ways COVID-19 Has Changed The Identity and Access Management […]

Blockchain security, the critical technology between new digital currencies like bitcoin, is becoming more significant. As an IT security leader, you may be asked about blockchain security and what it means for the future of technology. Use this article as a resource to understand the main ideas related to blockchain. Why Does Blockchain Technology Matter […]

There are a few ways to look at the meaning of MFA (multi-factor authentication). There is a simple technical definition of MFA, which we will cover next. That knowledge alone is not going to keep your company’s data safe. Instead, you need to develop your approach to MFA for your company’s situation. Specifically, you will […]

The answer to the question of what SSO means has a technical answer and a context question. You will find out the meaning of this important IT security term—SSO (also known as single sign-on)—and what it means for remote education. What Does SSO Mean: A Short, Technical Definition The specific technical details involved in single […]

If you’re asking what multi-factor authentication (MFA) is, you have come to the right place. You’re about to learn the definition of this IT security concept, but that’s not all. You will also learn how to bring this critical idea to life in your organization. What Is Multi-Factor Authentication: A Practical Definition The simplest way […]

Remote learning has exploded in popularity in 2020. CNBC reports that half of elementary and high school students in the United States will use remote learning this year. That’s millions of students, and it doesn’t include college students. Designing a remote learning program at this scale means that administrators need to be mindful of security […]

Employee onboarding is a critical moment for your organization and the new hire. Get it right, and you will find that everyone achieves productivity quickly. Further, your new hire will be positioned for success, and you will make the most of their positive attitude. On the other hand, a failed or poorly coordinated employee onboarding […]

Fraud losses cost companies billions of dollars every year. According to the Nilson Report, payment card fraud losses reached $27.85 billion in 2018. That is just one type of fraud! There are multiple types of fraud, including internal fraud (i.e., caused by employees or those facilitated by employees) as well as traditional external fraud. There […]

HIPAA compliance violations are costly – fines over $25,000 still happen! Fortunately, you can learn from the mistakes of other organizations.