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Is remote work here to stay?

There’s no doubt COVID-19 set the remote work revolution on a fast track. And on that fast track, VPN usage soared to new heights with no signs of it slowing down. Companies …

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Home workplaces introduce new risks, poor password hygiene

Entrust Datacard released the findings of its survey, which highlights the critical need to address data security challenges for employees working from home as a result of the …

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Passwords still widely used, despite known weaknesses

Nearly a third (29%) of organizations in Europe and the Middle East still see usernames and passwords as one of the most effective means to protect access to their IT …

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Password psychology: People aren’t protecting themselves even though they know better

People aren’t protecting themselves from cybersecurity risks even though they know they should, a study on password psychology by LogMeIn reveals. Password psychology Year …

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Why you should be rushing to deploy multi-factor authentication to support remote work

With a third of the population currently working remotely and great uncertainty regarding when this situation is going to change, organizations must shift their business …

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Preventing account takeover and social engineering attacks

Since the COVID-19 outbreak, digital fraud has increased significantly, especially when it comes to account takeover. In this Help Net Security podcast, Angie White, Senior …

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Help your helpdesk: Empower employees to self-reset their AD account password

The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered a momentous shift for many organizations: remote work has become the new normal. Businesses that were skeptical before are now being forced …

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How to balance privacy concerns around facial recognition technology

There has been global uproar regarding facial recognition technology and whether and when it’s ethically sound to use it. Its use without citizens’ consent could have …

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Password vulnerability at Fortune 1000 companies

Despite often repeated advice of using unique passwords for online accounts – or at least the most critical ones – password reuse continues to be rampant. And, …

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Passwords still dominant authentication method, top cause of data breaches

Passwords remain the dominant method of authentication and top cause of data breaches, according to MobileIron. A new report also highlighted the importance of a zero trust …

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Hackers using hidden mobile apps and unique distribution methods to target consumers

Hackers are using hidden mobile apps, third-party login and counterfeit gaming videos to target consumers, according to McAfee. Worldwide detections of LeifAccess, 2019 Last …

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Soon, your password will expire permanently

Passwords have been around since ancient times and they now serve as the primary method for authenticating a user during the login process. Individuals are expected to use …

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