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An Overhaul in Password Security Passwords aren’t going anywhere. Despite the buzz that biometrics and MFA are holistic solutions, passwords are a ubiquitous, crucial layer for authentication—and they’re low-cost and simple, too. That’s not to say that passwords are without issues. In fact, due to ineffective password policies, and poor user habits, they are hotly desired targets. Also, when a password …
Presets Aren’t Enough Let’s keep things real: passwords aren’t going anywhere. And with continued—and increasing—ransomware attacks and data breaches popping up everywhere, an organization’s password policies are crucial to its digital security stance. According to the 2022 Verizon DBIR, a majority of attacks originate from a single entry point: compromised credentials. Since so many organizations use Active Directory (AD) as …
No firm in the financial industry has been unaffected by digital transformation. Even over the last three years of tech advancements and a global pandemic, there have been seismic shifts in the landscape. There have been huge advancements in improving efficiency and the quality of customer service, as well as beneficial internal changes like the adoption of cloud technologies. But, …
An Unsafe Connection While forced remote work was caused in great part by pandemic-driven lockdowns in 2020 and 2021, working from home has become a much-preferred style for many. Reduced commutes and more comfortable work environments are just two of the reasons working from home (WFH) is a desirable situation. In fact, according to recent Pew Research, 76% of employees …
Taking Action on Active Directory Active Directory (AD) is ubiquitous cross-industry and due to its popularity, cybercriminals have continually targeted it. Therefore, prioritizing safe passwords in AD is crucial. Here are five ways to address the problem. 1. Use the Principle of Least Privilege (POLP) When a network administrator is establishing the levels of access for every user of AD …
Data Privacy Day is a chance for businesses to engage with their customers and clients in a way that builds trust, inspires customer loyalty, and enhances the business’s reputation. When an organization demonstrates that they care about protecting consumers’ privacy–they are in effect letting clients know that their information, data, and choices are safe with the business. In 2022, this …
The majority of users, whether new employees or CEOs, don’t realize that even if their password meets complexity requirements, it doesn’t mean it’s secure. In fact, many common password policies are overdue for an update, as for several years now cybercriminals have been taking advantage of these password policy weaknesses. These issues are compounded by password reuse—a very common user …
Staying Safe, While Staying Connected As more organizations enter the digital landscape of the Internet of Things (IoT), there are parallel increases in the number and frequencies of cyberattacks. IoT has a great capacity for beneficial technological impact across all industries, but unless organizations can embrace better cybersecurity, they are all under massive risk of attack. Make no mistake: threat …
The City of Paso Robles, located in San Luis Obispo County, California, is famous for its award-winning wines and relaxed atmosphere. As such, it’s no surprise that the City is a popular tourist destination, with Paso Robles included in Travel and Leisure magazine’s “25 Top Places to Visit for the Holidays” in 2015 and 2016. Located halfway between San Francisco …
The Motion Picture Association (MPA) is the leading advocate of the worldwide film, television and streaming industry. Founded in 1922, the company today is championing the growing diversity of filmmakers, safeguarding intellectual property, advancing technological innovation, and supporting trade policies that can further expand the global film and TV marketplace. With operations in North America, Asia Pacific, Latin America and …
