Authentication stories - Page 17
Gartner's ten predictions for smartphone AI developments
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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Gartner predicts smartphone AI will evolve into personalised companions by 2022, with 80% of devices boasting on-device AI, up from 10% in 2017.
RSA expands authentication footprint with four major security firms
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
RSA has announced authentication partnerships with the likes of CyberArk, Microsoft, Palo Alto Networks and VMware.
How the future will blur the lines of authentication & identity management
Tue, 14th Nov 2017
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physical security
According to Verizon's 2017 Data Breach Investigation Report, 81% of hacking-related breaches leveraged stolen or weak passwords.
1 in 4 organisations relying solely on passwords to secure BYOD
Tue, 7th Nov 2017
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casb
Bitglass has released the findings from its newest research, 'BYOD and Identity', which are alarming to say the least.
Exclusive: ESET on why the humble password is here to stay
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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biometrics
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ESET's Nick FitzGerald discusses the enduring relevance of passwords, advocating for long, memorable phrases to enhance security without regular changes.
US research team takes biometric scanning to heart
Thu, 28th Sep 2017
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Researchers at the University at Buffalo have developed a new method of biometric scanning that uses heart scans for authentication.
Okta enhances its Adaptive Multi-Factor Authentication
Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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The announcement came at the company's annual Oktane conference in Las Vegas, which saw record attendance figures of over 2500 people.
Study finds it's still the basics causing critical threats for businesses
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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supply chain
Old-school flaws expose firms to cyber peril, study finds 60% of web app threats tied to basic weaknesses in scripting and security.
Hyundai Mobis creates NFC-based smartkey for vehicles: Encryption & authentication at the core
Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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Encryption and authentication technologies are able to encrypt data between the vehicle and smartphone; as well as accurately identify the requests.
WatchGuard closes Datablink acquisition; continues push into authentication market
Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
WatchGuard Technologies is venturing into the advanced authentication market after officially closing its acquisition of Datablink.
Centrify warns hospitality industry is weak against data breaches
Sat, 15th Jul 2017
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The alert from Centrify come as the Sabre Corp data breach continues to claim victims around the world, with Trump Hotels the latest announced.
Kaseya launches new two-factor security platform for MSPs
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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Kaseya has launched a new custom-built security platform for MSPs, built in part due to increasing cyber attacks from APT10.
Interview: The dark side of biometrics - why social engineering could destroy security
Wed, 14th Jun 2017
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fintech
Biometric technology may not be suitable for financial institutions due to security concerns and the risk of social engineering.
NEC makes hearable tech prototype for 'safer authentication'
Wed, 24th May 2017
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NEC develops 'hearable' technology using ear characteristics for password-free authentication. Prototype includes motion sensor and GPS.
Around 17 million websites are already powered by WordPress - are they secure?
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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cybersecurity
WordPress, the most popular and most used content management system, is also a great tool for businesses and individuals.
Microsoft launches 'phone signin' for Android and iOS - but what about its Windows Phone?
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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iam
Microsoft has launched 'phone sign-in' specifically for Microsoft accounts on Android and iOS - but what about Windows Phones?.
Identity theft - have you ever pen tested procedures?
Mon, 20th Mar 2017
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There is a focus on technical aspects of penetration tests, network and application security, while the chain is only as strong as its weakest link.
Palo Alto amplifies endpoint platform to tackle credential theft
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Credential abuse and theft are two main ways threat actors are able to compromise and move within an organisation to steal valuable assets.
Centrify recognised for cloud computing security excellence
Wed, 9th Nov 2016
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cloud security
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Centrify's Centrify Identity Service (CIS) has won the 2016 Cloud Computing Security Excellence Award for Cloud Security.
Multi-factor authentication to be the norm by 2020
Mon, 2nd May 2016
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cybersecurity
Multi-factor authentication has become commonplace as a number of industries, particularly the govt sector, is looking to strengthen security measures.