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Identity and access management

Identity and access management tools are integral to maintaining data security in the enterprise. Here you'll find information on passwords, authentication and Web access control. Browse the identity management and access control topics below for the latest news, expert advice, learning tools and more.

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• access control

  Access control is a security technique that regulates who or what can view or use resources in a computing environment.

• biometrics

  Biometrics is the measurement and statistical analysis of people's unique physical and behavioral characteristics.

• What is identity and access management? Guide to IAM

  Identity and access management (IAM) is a framework of business processes, policies and technologies that facilitates the management of electronic or digital identities.

Highlights

• What are the top secure data transmission methods?
• Explore self-sovereign identity use cases and benefits
• How self-sovereign identity principles suit the modern world

More Identity and access management Topics

• Active Directory security
• Biometric technology
• Password management and policy
• PKI and digital certificates
• Privileged access management
• Single-sign on (SSO) and federated identity
• Two-factor and multifactor authentication strategies
• Web authentication and access control

Network security

Recent Definitions

• IPv6 address

  An IPv6 address is a 128-bit alphanumeric value that identifies an endpoint device in an Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) network.

• Trojan horse (computing)

  In computing, a Trojan horse is a program downloaded and installed on a computer that appears harmless, but is, in fact, malicious.

• identity theft

  Identity theft, also known as identity fraud, is a crime in which an imposter obtains key pieces of personally identifiable information (PII), such as Social Security or driver's license numbers, in order to impersonate someone else.

Highlights

• What are the top secure data transmission methods?
• Ivanti makes double acquisition of MobileIron, Pulse Secure
• Critical IIoT security risks cloud IoT's expansion into industry

More Network security Topics

• DDoS attack detection and prevention
• Endpoint protection and client security
• IoT security issues
• IPv6 security and network protocols security
• Network Access Control technologies
• Network device security: Appliances, firewalls and switches
• Secure remote access
• Software-defined security best practices
• VPN security

Security training and jobs

The information security careers, training and certification resource center provides the latest news, expert advice and learning tools to help you make informed career choices, learn about CISSP, SANS and CISA certification, and the training required for information security jobs.

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• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

  Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) is an advanced certification which indicates that an individual possesses the knowledge and experience required to develop and manage an enterprise information security (infosec) program.

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

  Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is a certification issued by ISACA to people in charge of ensuring that an organization's IT and business systems are monitored, managed and protected; the certification is presented after completion of a comprehensive testing and application process.

• Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT)

  A Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a group of information security experts responsible for the protection against, detection of and response to an organization’s cybersecurity incidents.

Highlights

• Cybersecurity team structure stronger with 3 new roles
• 5 key enterprise SOC roles and responsibilities in 2020
• Inclusive job descriptions key for infosec hiring

More Security training and jobs Topics

• CISSP certification
• Security industry certifications

Infosec programs

CISOs and information security programs are vital to protecting enterprises against today's cyber threats. In this resource centers, get the latest news and advice about CISO practices, infosec prrogram management and more.

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• Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)

  The Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) is United States legislation that defines a framework of guidelines and security standards to protect government information, operations and assets.

• CISO as a service (vCISO, virtual CISO, fractional CISO)

  A CISO as a service (CISOaaS) is the outsourcing of CISO (chief information security officer) and information security leadership responsibilities to a third-party provider.

• confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA triad)

  Confidentiality, integrity and availability, also known as the CIA triad, is a model designed to guide policies for information security within an organization.

Highlights

• Explore self-sovereign identity use cases and benefits
• How self-sovereign identity principles suit the modern world
• Ivanti makes double acquisition of MobileIron, Pulse Secure

More Infosec programs Topics

• Government information security management
• Information security incident response
• Information security laws, investigations and ethics
• Information security policies, procedures and guidelines
• Security automation systems, tools and tactics
• Security industry market trends, predictions and forecasts
• Security vendor mergers and acquisitions

Risk management strategies

A risk management program is a key component for enterprise security. This section offers insight on security risk management frameworks and strategies as well as best practices on conducting effective risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, penetration tests and more.

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• vulnerability assessment (vulnerability analysis)

  A vulnerability assessment is the process of defining, identifying, classifying and prioritizing vulnerabilities in computer systems, applications and network infrastructures.

• integrated risk management (IRM)

  Integrated risk management (IRM) is a set of proactive, business-wide practices that contribute to an organization's security, risk tolerance profile, and strategic decisions.

• phishing

  Phishing is a form of fraud in which an attacker masquerades as a reputable entity or person in email or other communication channels.

Highlights

• How to improve cybersecurity for the workforce of the future
• Cybersecurity testing essentials for mergers and acquisitions
• Shopify discloses data breach caused by insider threats

More Risk management strategies Topics

• Penetration testing, ethical hacking and vulnerability assessments
• Risk assessments, metrics and frameworks
• Security awareness training and insider threats

Information security threats

Mitigating information security threats is an ongoing battle. Here you'll find information on the latest malware and cyberattacks facing enterprises, from viruses and Trojans to social engineering techniques, as well as news, expert advice and learning tools to address these threats.

Recent Definitions

• advanced persistent threat (APT)

  An advanced persistent threat (APT) is a prolonged and targeted cyberattack in which an intruder gains access to a network and remains undetected for an extended period of time.

• zero-day (computer)

  Zero-day is a flaw in software, hardware or firmware that is unknown to the party or parties responsible for patching or otherwise fixing the flaw.

• Trojan horse (computing)

  In computing, a Trojan horse is a program downloaded and installed on a computer that appears harmless, but is, in fact, malicious.

Highlights

• How to improve cybersecurity for the workforce of the future
• Cybersecurity testing essentials for mergers and acquisitions
• IBM: Ransomware attacks surged in Q2, ransom demands rising

More Information security threats Topics

• Cyberespionage and nation-state cyberattacks
• Email and messaging threats
• Emerging cyberattacks and threats
• Hacker tools and techniques: Underground hacking sites
• Malware, virus, Trojan and spyware protection and removal

Network threat detection

Get news, tips and expert advice on network threat detection. This resource will cover the latest trends and technology around network threats and threat detection systems and services. Learn how to uncover, analyze and address network vulnerabilities to mitigate the risk of cyberattacks.

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• real-time monitoring

  Real-time (data) monitoring is the delivery of continuously updated information streaming at zero or low latency.

• Evil Corp

  Evil Corp is an international cybercrime network that uses malicious software to steal money from its victims' bank accounts.

• intrusion detection system (IDS)

  An intrusion detection system (IDS) is a system that monitors network traffic for suspicious activity and alerts when such activity is discovered.

Highlights

• 7 SOC automation use cases to augment security operations
• Combination of new, old tech driving remote access security
• As network security analysis proves invaluable, NDR market shifts

More Network threat detection Topics

• Network intrusion detection and prevention (IDS-IPS)
• Real-time network monitoring and forensics
• SIEM, log management and big data security analytics
• Threat intelligence sharing and services

Platform security

Get the latest news, advice and best practices for platform security. Here you'll find information on vulnerability and threat management, operating system security fundamentals, virtualization security basics, Web security and more.

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• Secure Shell (SSH)

  SSH, also known as Secure Shell or Secure Socket Shell, is a network protocol that gives users, particularly system administrators, a secure way to access a computer over an unsecured network.

• quantum supremacy

  Quantum supremacy is the experimental demonstration of a quantum computer's dominance and advantage over classic computers by performing calculations that were previously impossible at unmatched speeds.

• application whitelisting

  Application whitelisting is the practice of specifying an index of approved software applications or executable files that are permitted to be present and active on a computer system.

Highlights

• Microsoft detects Netlogon vulnerability exploitation in the wild
• Maze ransomware gang uses VMs to evade detection
• Microsoft unveils new DLP, 'Double Key Encryption' offerings

More Platform security Topics

• Alternative operating system security
• Microsoft Windows security
• Virtualization security issues and threats

Security compliance

Get tips from the experts on security audits, compliance and standards. Advice is offered on data privacy and theft, audit planning and management, how to work with auditors, and compliance with standards, regulations and guidelines such as PCI DSS, GLBA, HIPPA, SOX, FISMA, ISO 17799 and COBIT.

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• PCI DSS 12 requirements

  PCI DSS 12 requirements is a set of security controls that businesses are required to implement to protect credit card data and comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS).

• PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard)

  The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a widely accepted set of policies and procedures intended to optimize the security of credit, debit and cash card transactions and protect cardholders against misuse of their personal information.

• Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)

  The Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is a symmetric block cipher chosen by the U.S. government to protect classified information.

Highlights

• What are the top secure data transmission methods?
• Oversee apps with these 3 application security testing tools
• Format-preserving encryption use cases, benefits, alternative

More Security compliance Topics

• Data privacy issues and compliance
• HIPAA
• IT security audits and audit frameworks
• PCI Data Security Standard

Software security

Get advice on software application security. Here you'll find information on software vulnerability and threat management, application attacks, software security tools, application firewalls, software patching and more.

Recent Definitions

• zero-day (computer)

  Zero-day is a flaw in software, hardware or firmware that is unknown to the party or parties responsible for patching or otherwise fixing the flaw.

• Zoombombing

  Zoombombing is a type of cyber-harassment in which an individual or a group of unwanted and uninvited users interrupt online meetings over the Zoom video conference app.

• process hollowing

  Process hollowing is a security exploit in which an attacker removes code in an executable file and replaces it with malicious code.

Highlights

• What are the top secure data transmission methods?
• Oversee apps with these 3 application security testing tools
• Microsoft detects Netlogon vulnerability exploitation in the wild

More Software security Topics

• Application attacks (buffer overflows, cross-site scripting)
• Application firewall security
• Database security
• Microsoft Patch Tuesday and patch management
• Open source security tools and software
• Productivity apps and messaging security
• Secure SaaS: Cloud application security
• Secure software development
• Social media security risks

Web security tools

Get news and expert advice on Web security tools and threats. Find out about current threats against Web applications, web security tools, SSL and TLS encryption, Web services, SOA, web access control, web server security, URL filtering, content filtering and browser security.

Recent Definitions

• web server

  A web server is software and hardware that uses HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) and other protocols to respond to client requests made over the World Wide Web.

• digital signature

  A digital signature is a mathematical technique used to validate the authenticity and integrity of a message, software or digital document.

• API management

  API management is the process of overseeing application program interfaces (APIs) in a secure, scalable environment.

Highlights

• What are the top secure data transmission methods?
• 10 RDP security best practices to prevent cyberattacks
• Kaspersky reveals 2 Windows zero-days from failed attack

More Web security tools Topics

• Web application and API security best practices
• Web browser security
• Web server threats and application attacks

Wireless and mobile security

In this guide, get advice on tools, software and tactics for wireless network security and wireless mobile device security. Learn how to build and maintain a secure wireless LAN, how to protect mobile devices, and how to successfully configure, implement and manage a solid wireless network.

Recent Definitions

• Wi-Fi Pineapple

  A Wi-Fi Pineapple is a wireless auditing platform from Hak5 that allows network security administrators to conduct penetration tests.

• spyware

  Spyware is a type of malicious software -- or malware -- that is installed on a computing device without the end user's knowledge.

• GPS jamming

  GPS jamming is the process of using a frequency transmitting device to block or interfere with radio communications.

Highlights

• What are the top secure data transmission methods?
• Build shadow IT policy to reduce security risks
• RSA finds two-thirds of phishing attacks directed at Canada

More Wireless and mobile security Topics

• BYOD and mobile device security best practices
• Mobile application security best practices
• Mobile security threats and prevention
• Wireless network security