Authentication Education Phishing Security Defenses 
eSecurity Planet
AUGUST 23, 2023
Spear phishing is a more targeted and effective phishing technique that attempts to exploit specific individuals or groups within an organization. While phishing uses a broader range of tactics, such as mass emailing to random recipients, spear phishing is often well-researched and tailored to high-value targets.
eSecurity Planet
AUGUST 22, 2023
The technologies for secure remote access can range from VPNs and multi-factor authentication to more advanced access and zero trust controls. We’ll cover a range of best practices for remote access security, from the simple and the practical to the more advanced. It will only require your biometrics or hardware tokens.
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SC Magazine
APRIL 7, 2021
Unfortunately, bad actors will weaponize deepfake technology for fraud as biometric-based authentication solutions are widely adopted. While AI increasingly gets used to automate repetitive tasks, improve security and identify vulnerabilities, hackers will in turn build their own ML tools to target these processes.
eSecurity Planet
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Authentication guarantees that users are who they say they are, typically through usernames and passwords or multi-factor authentication (MFA). Authorization governs what activities users are permitted to take after being authenticated. To enhance security in a public cloud environment: Use strong authentication.
eSecurity Planet
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Despite all the advances in cybersecurity, email remains the starting point for the vast majority of cyberattacks, as phishing, malware and social engineering remain effective attack techniques. That makes email security software a worthwhile investment for organizations of all sizes. The Complete Protect plan, which costs $6.00
eSecurity Planet
OCTOBER 24, 2023
About 90% of cyber attacks begin with a phishing email, text or malicious link, so training users not to click on anything they’re not sure about could have the highest return on investment (ROI) of any prevention technique — if those training efforts are successful and reinforced. Don’t click on anything you’re unsure of.
eSecurity Planet
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Phishing and unpatched software or misconfigurations are common entry points. Insiders may also unintentionally fall victim to phishing, putting their credentials at risk and allowing attackers illegal access. Weak authentication techniques might result in credentials that are easily guessable.
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