In today's digital landscape, where individuals interact with numerous applications and systems, managing multiple usernames and passwords is burdensome and poses security risks. Biometric Single Sign-On (SSO) is an advanced authentication solution that leverages biometric technology to provide a secure and convenient way for users to access multiple applications and systems using a single set of...
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One of the first concepts you will learn when studying Cyber Security is the CIA Triad, which stands for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability. These are the three main pillars around which information and data security revolve.
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With the increasing complexity of IT systems and the benefits of outsourcing IT services, the use of managed service providers (MSPs) has grown significantly among organizations, from SMBs to enterprises.
At the same time, many MSPs are seizing the opportunity as a “one-stop-shop” for their clients by offering an all-inclusive tech stack that covers the bases for their clients’ needs. One area...
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Desktop computers and workstations are an indispensable part of enterprise operations and contain a wealth of information that organizations want to keep safe. However, without adequate endpoint security in place, desktops and workstations can be exploited to access corporate networks, causing irreparable damage and disrupting operations indefinitely. Thus, strong security protocols are critical...
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Think about this: what are you actually authenticating when someone requests access to your systems, data, and other critical parts of your business?
54% of IT and cybersecurity professionals have started to transition to passwordless authentication. Unfortunately, most common passwordless solutions are possession-based (e.g. hardware security keys, phone-based push tokens, authenticator apps,...
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Over 85% of the world’s population own a smartphone in 20231, and many smartphone vendors, such as Samsung and Apple, have introduced biometric authentication capabilities to enhance the overall user experience, including fingerprint scanning, face, and voice recognition. In fact, Cisco reported that 81% of all smartphones have built-in biometrics capabilities in 20222.
As more users adopt ...
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To say it’s been an eventful few years for supply chain risk management would be a massive understatement. From delays and disruptions to complete ceases in activity, supply chains have seen it all. While this chaos sparked a tremendous amount of innovation around supply chain technology – which is a positive thing – it also created a vast world of new opportunities for cyber criminals.
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Let’s start with the basics. What exactly is outsourcing cybersecurity? Outsourced cybersecurity is when an organization enlists the support of an outside third-party to manage a range of sophisticated security needs, including network security, operational security, application security, and information security. This can be a daunting undertaking for many companies, which is why the use of...
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