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Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to Add an Extra Layer of Security to Your Accounts

Erwood Group

Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to Add an Extra Layer of Security to Your Accounts Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to Add an Extra Layer of Security to Your Accounts Securing online accounts has never been more critical. This is where Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) comes into play. Why is 2FA Important?

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Microsoft Teams Client Stores User Authentication Tokens in Unsecured Text Format

LAN Infotech

Microsoft Teams Client Stores User Authentication Tokens in Unsecured Text Format. The issue lies in that Teams stores authentication tokens in cleartext, meaning that anyone with access to the application’s installation directory can easily steal them. Key Points. This issue affects Windows, Mac, and Linux users.

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Managing Cyberthreats to Combat Ransomware Part 1: Current Technologies

Zerto

According to the Center for Internet Security over the past six months (DEC 2021–MAY 2022), these ten malware variants consistently made up over 60% of all reported malware activity: Shlayer. Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting data, systems, networks, applications, and programs from digital attacks. Agent Tesla. Arechclient2.

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Using Technology to Bring Employees Back Safely: Touchless Access Control and Other Solutions Enhance Both Security and Health

Security Industry Association

Access control applications, including touchless authentication, mobile credentials, and distancing analytics, can help businesses create a secure and healthy working environment for all employees. At the same time, touchless face authentication can be integrated into time management systems to improve workspace efficiency.

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How to Implement Threat Modeling in Your DevSecOps Process

Pure Storage

This can be a serious threat to authentication systems and other security controls. Note that these external interfaces could be subject to authentication and authorization bypass attacks. What Are Authentication Bypass Attacks? Assets that are vulnerable to spoofing include usernames, passwords, and digital certificates.

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NIST CSF 2.0: What It Is, Why It Matters, and What It Means for Your Data 

Pure Storage

builds on the original framework, integrating lessons learned from years of real-world application and recent technological advancements. Key changes include: Extension of its applicability beyond critical infrastructure sectors. This includes areas like identity management , access control, data security, and protective technology.

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Why Identity Is the New Network Perimeter

Pure Storage

Application development is spread out among multiple departments and LOBs all developing their own apps. Managing so many identities may seem like a burden compared to the zero-trust approach, which, simply put, means no one is trusted by default from inside or outside the network.