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The Role of Stronger Authentication in Protecting Rewards Programs

November 27, 2023

Due to their large membership pools, the rewards programs offered by top brands represent sizable assets. Attacks against rewards programs are becoming more frequent as these customer accounts often fly under the radar as potential targets for cybercrime.

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Fraud Is Affecting US and Non-Western Markets Differently: What the US Can Do to Gain Consumer Trust

January 17, 2023

In the US, the uptick in fraud has decreased consumer trust in brands and the digital services they use. 36% of US consumers have experienced a combined share of online fraud and personal online breaches, and only 33% of consumers saying they can trust the digital services they use.

Man using phone and laptop with lock and keypad for authentication and password management

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3 Authentication Strategies Organizations Need for Cybersecurity Today: Enterprise Password Management and Beyond

June 2, 2022

While organizations should prepare for a passwordless authentication-based future, in the interim, companies need to implement a strategy that utilizes as few passwords as possible, including products such as a password manager for business, federation, and privileged access management (PAM).

Man login to system using multi-factor authentication

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How To Protect Password Resets Without Mobile Push or OTP Apps

April 15, 2022

There is no question: multi-factor authentication helps protect business-critical resources using password-based authentication. However, how can organizations successfully implement multi-factor authentication for password resets when not every user has a mobile device to verify their identity?

Man using digital tablet for video conferencing call with colleague showing need for authentication

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Proper Authentication Can Shut the Door on Video Conferencing Security Vulnerabilities

October 5, 2021

As the video conferencing market continues to mature and evolve, there are plenty of reasons why key business sectors need to be vigilant about protecting communications and sensitive IP with proper authentication.

Virtual digital locks over global background shows Microsoft Accounts using passwordless authentication

Cyber Security News

All Microsoft Accounts Can Now Adopt Passwordless Login Using Authenticator App, Windows Hello, Security Key, and Verification Codes

September 27, 2021

Consumers can now access all Microsoft accounts using passwordless authentication using Microsoft Authenticator App, Windows Hello, security key, or SMS and email verification codes.

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Three Vulnerabilities Exposed During SolarWinds Attack & How It Could Have Been Prevented

March 22, 2021

Cybersecurity professionals were left in the dark as the SolarWinds attack unfolded. Looking at how this could have been prevented, three distinct vulnerabilities stand out.

Padlock on keyboard showing the three reasons that stop companies from getting rid of passwords

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3 Reasons Why Companies Don’t Get Rid of Passwords – But Should

July 9, 2020

Passwords are becoming more of a liability than the security asset they were intended to be. Should companies consider passwordless technologies for better benefits and cost savings?

Woman using facial recognition technology showing the capabilities and limitations of facial recognition technology

Cyber Security Insights

What Facial Recognition Technology Can Do for Safety Right Now—And What It Can’t Do Yet

June 30, 2020

Can facial recognition technology still be used as a reliable safety and security tool with more people wearing face masks to protect themselves in COVID-19 pandemic?

Man clicking on virtual padlock icon showing the disconnect between trusted authentication methods and fear of cyber threats amid COVID-19

Cyber Security News

Authentication Disconnect Between Sloppy Security and COVID-19 Fears

June 18, 2020

Users are still not trusting secure authentication methods like biometric recognition despite their fear of increasing cyber threats during COVID-19 pandemic outbreak.

Authentication

The Role of Stronger Authentication in Protecting Rewards Programs

Fraud Is Affecting US and Non-Western Markets Differently: What the US Can Do to Gain Consumer Trust

3 Authentication Strategies Organizations Need for Cybersecurity Today: Enterprise Password Management and Beyond

How To Protect Password Resets Without Mobile Push or OTP Apps

Proper Authentication Can Shut the Door on Video Conferencing Security Vulnerabilities

All Microsoft Accounts Can Now Adopt Passwordless Login Using Authenticator App, Windows Hello, Security Key, and Verification Codes

Three Vulnerabilities Exposed During SolarWinds Attack & How It Could Have Been Prevented

3 Reasons Why Companies Don’t Get Rid of Passwords – But Should

What Facial Recognition Technology Can Do for Safety Right Now—And What It Can’t Do Yet

Authentication Disconnect Between Sloppy Security and COVID-19 Fears

Australia’s New Cybersecurity Plan: A$587 Million for Law Enforcement Funding, Small Business Assistance

Generative AI in the Age of Zero-Trust

New York State Healthcare Facilities Looking at New Cybersecurity Regulations, New Funding in 2024

Third Party Data Breach of Contractors Exposed Personal Information of Canadian Government Employees Dating Back 25 Years