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Authentication stories - Page 15

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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.
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Study finds it’s still the basics causing critical threats for businesses
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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cybersecurity
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Old-school flaws expose firms to cyber peril, study finds 60% of web app threats tied to basic weaknesses in scripting and security.
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Sydney authentication provider to work with US National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence
Wed, 23rd Aug 2017
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Sydney-based cybersecurity firm TokenOne is now the first Australian company to be selected for a consortium project for the NCCoE.
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Hyundai Mobis creates NFC-based smartkey for vehicles: Encryption & authentication at the core
Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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encryption
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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.
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WatchGuard closes Datablink acquisition; continues push into authentication market
Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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WatchGuard Technologies is venturing into the advanced authentication market after officially closing its acquisition of Datablink.
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Anytime, anywhere, any device: New tech fires up digital transformation
Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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risk & compliance
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With a large amount of data flowing through an enterprise, it’s critical to have solutions that can identify who is accessing what from where.
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Here's how to put the net admin out of his (her) misery
Tue, 1st Aug 2017
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Network admins, fret not: Embrace next-gen NAC solutions for seamless security and simpler IT management amidst tech explosion.
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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.
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Nok Nok Labs eyes channel expansion for authentication market after $8m funding round
Thu, 13th Jul 2017
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Authentication security provider Nok Nok Labs raises $8m in funding for further expansion of authentication solutions.
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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.
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Interview: The dark side of biometrics - why social engineering could destroy security
Wed, 14th Jun 2017
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Biometric technology may not be suitable for financial institutions due to security concerns and the risk of social engineering.
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Gemalto a driving force behind East Timor's new ePassport initiative
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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East Timor to issue e-passports with help from Gemalto and Visi Mitra Unipessoal Lda, aiming to enhance border security.
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81% of passwords are hacked: Time to step up the authentication game
Tue, 6th Jun 2017
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Alarm as data breaches soar; 81% due to weak passwords, sparking calls for tighter security measures and multi-factor authentication.
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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.
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Social media user authentication capabilities available in Sitefinity CMS update
Wed, 17th May 2017
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Gartner research says consumer identity data is a powerful sales and marketing tool that allows organisations to deliver personalised services.
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Around 17 million websites are already powered by WordPress - are they secure?
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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WordPress, the most popular and most used content management system, is also a great tool for businesses and individuals.
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Microsoft launches ‘phone signin’ for Android and iOS - but what about its Windows Phone?
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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Microsoft has launched 'phone sign-in’ specifically for Microsoft accounts on Android and iOS - but what about Windows Phones?.
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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.
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Centrify expands mobile security offerings across ANZ
Mon, 6th Mar 2017
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Centrify has expanded its ANZ suite of mobile security offerings, and the company says both Windows and Apple-based devices can now get in on the fun.
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Palo Alto amplifies endpoint platform to tackle credential theft
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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firewalls
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Credential abuse and theft are two main ways threat actors are able to compromise and move within an organisation to steal valuable assets.