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Essential tools for managing user identity and how they impact your bottom line
Multi-factor authentication

Essential tools for managing user identity and how they impact your bottom line

CIAM is crucial for companies to provide secure access to digital properties. Many opt for third-party solutions.

By Diego Poza • 5 min read • Mon, 1st Mar 2021
We're not ready for passwordless systems—and that's quite alright
Biometrics

We're not ready for passwordless systems—and that's quite alright

Passwords may seem archaic in today's tech era, but they still play a vital role in online security. Here's why.

By Rajesh Ganesan • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
DigiCert revamps PKI management capabilities for remote work
Identity and Access Management

DigiCert revamps PKI management capabilities for remote work

The revamp provides new ways of delivering certificate automation that can authenticate employees and devices, and encrypt data over networks.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Nov 2020
Ping Identity acquires Symphonic Software
Identity and Access Management

Ping Identity acquires Symphonic Software

Ping Identity acquires Scotland-based security firm Symphonic Software, adding its dynamic authorisation platform to its portfolio.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Nov 2020
Post-COVID-19, every user should be treated as privileged
Privileged Access Management

Post-COVID-19, every user should be treated as privileged

Organisations must adapt their data access and security measures in a world without 'normal', balancing convenience and security.

By Daniel Comarmond • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Nov 2020
The value of trust in the age of data breaches
Identity and Access Management

The value of trust in the age of data breaches

Australian government recognises the FIDO Alliance's certification program for strong authentication, setting a trend for other governments.

By Jeremy Grant • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Oct 2020
COVID-19 crushes fingerprint reader market
Smart Cities

COVID-19 crushes fingerprint reader market

However, the biometrics market is expected to regain momentum with alternatives already beginning to find their feet.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Oct 2020
CrowdStrike targets Zero Trust blind spot with new offering
Malware

CrowdStrike targets Zero Trust blind spot with new offering

CrowdStrike has launched CrowdStrike Falcon Zero Trust Assessment (ZTA), providing real-time security assessments across all endpoints.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Oct 2020
Yubico rolls out subscription service for hardware authentication keys
Multi-factor authentication

Yubico rolls out subscription service for hardware authentication keys

Yubico expands into the Asia Pacific market with its first regional client using the YubiEnterprise Subscription service.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Oct 2020
Yubico launches latest YubiKey with NFC & USB-C support
Identity and Access Management

Yubico launches latest YubiKey with NFC & USB-C support

Yubico launches YubiKey 5C NFC, a hardware authentication key for secure authentication across various devices and platforms.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Sep 2020
Bitglass receives US patent for SAML technology
Cloud Access Security Broker

Bitglass receives US patent for SAML technology

Bitglass secures a US patent for its SAML relay technology, enhancing transparency and real-time cloud access control, crucial amid the remote work shift.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Sep 2020
YPB signs two new contracts as it pushes further into Chinese markets
Software-as-a-Service

YPB signs two new contracts as it pushes further into Chinese markets

YPB Group has signed two new channel partners in China, which it says will generate revenues of around $75,000 in year one.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Aug 2020
Why cybersecurity and employee experience go hand-in-hand
Virtual Private Networks

Why cybersecurity and employee experience go hand-in-hand

Each individual represents an access point into the network, and one compromised user can result in a cascade of ramifications with long-lasting consequences.

By Barry McMahon • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2020
The 5 most common multi-factor authentication (MFA) methods
Multi-factor authentication

The 5 most common multi-factor authentication (MFA) methods

Multi-factor authentication isn't flawless; discover the 5 most prevalent methods, their issues, and the delicate balance between security and usability.

By Tova Dvorin • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jul 2020
The real reason to use risk-based authentication in the enterprise
Multi-factor authentication

The real reason to use risk-based authentication in the enterprise

By analysing what the user knows, has, and does, the risk engine can identify legitimate users while denying access to intruders.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jul 2020
Bitglass deepens integration with MFA vendor Duo Security
Multi-factor authentication

Bitglass deepens integration with MFA vendor Duo Security

Bitglass has announced a deepened integration with Duo Security, now part of Cisco, as it looks to strengthen security for the modern workforce.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2020
Security experts underscore identity assurance in post-lockdown era
Multi-factor authentication

Security experts underscore identity assurance in post-lockdown era

Organisations should rebuild, re-prioritise and re-assess their current security programs, with the ultimate goal of enhancing threat response.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2020
Arrow to distribute SecureAuth identity security
Multi-factor authentication

Arrow to distribute SecureAuth identity security

The technology provides a solution for public and private sectors delivering secure access to systems, applications, and data.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2020