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claims-based identity
Claims-based identity is a means of authenticating an end user, application or device to another system in a way that abstracts the entity's specific information while providing data that authorizes it for appropriate and relevant interactions. Continue Reading
cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is the protection of internet-connected systems, including hardware, software and data, from cyberattacks. Continue Reading
social engineering
Social engineering is an attack vector that relies heavily on human interaction and often involves manipulating people into breaking normal security procedures and best practices in order to gain access to systems, networks or physical locations, or... Continue Reading
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How security operations centers work to benefit enterprises
One key support system for enterprises is security operations centers. Expert Ernie Hayden reviews the basic SOC framework and the purposes they can serve. Continue Reading
How to best secure DNS? There's more than one approach
Few aspects of the internet are as crucial as the domain name system. It may be that a 'passive' approach to DNS security is the most effective approach. Continue Reading
Protecting the DNS protocol: How DNSSEC can help
Securing the DNS protocol is no joke. Learn what the DNS Security Extensions are and the efforts the United States government is taking to push DNSSEC adoption.Continue Reading
Ways to solve DNS security issues in your organization
Get up to speed fast on means and methods for reducing or eliminating security-related issues in DNS, an integral service upon which the internet depends.Continue Reading
How the BloodHound tool can improve Active Directory security
Auditing Active Directory can be made easier with tools like the open source BloodHound tool. Expert Joe Granneman looks at the different functions of the tool and how it can help.Continue Reading
evil maid attack
An evil maid attack is a security exploit that targets a computing device that has been shut down and left unattended. An evil maid attack is characterized by the attacker's ability to physically access the target multiple times without the owner's...Continue Reading
What is included in the mPOS security standard from PCI SSC?
The PCI SSC developed an mPOS security standard to improve mobile payment and PIN systems. Expert Michael Cobb looks at what the requirements are and how they help.Continue Reading
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Common Body of Knowledge (CBK)
In security, Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) is a comprehensive framework of all the relevant subjects a security professional should be familiar with, including skills, techniques and best practices.Continue Reading
Metamorphic virus
A metamorphic virus is a type of malware that is capable of changing its code and signature patterns with each iteration.Continue Reading
vulnerability assessment (vulnerability analysis)
A vulnerability assessment is the process of defining, identifying, classifying and prioritizing vulnerabilities in computer systems, applications and network infrastructures and providing the organization doing the assessment with the necessary ...Continue Reading
Self-sovereign identity: How will regulations affect it?
Will laws like GDPR and PSD2 force enterprises to change their identity management strategies? Expert Bianca Lopes talks regulations, self-sovereign identity and blockchain.Continue Reading
Cybersecurity defense in depth means more than ticking boxes
F-Secure's Tom Van de Wiele explains the realities of cybersecurity defense in depth, and why companies need to have the right attitude to defend against cyberattacks.Continue Reading