Heimadal Security

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Looking to find the right privileged access management (PAM) solution for your organization? Well, you’ve certainly come to the right place… PAM tools play a key role in any modern cybersecurity strategy.

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Heimadal Security

MARCH 8, 2023

Identity management has become an essential aspect of cybersecurity as businesses struggle to protect their sensitive data from cyber threats. appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Heimadal Security

JANUARY 16, 2024

Key takeaways: Why privileged access management requires a continuous approach; The common pitfalls of poor privileged access management; How to create an effective, end-to-end privileged access management lifecycle. But getting it right isn’t always straightforward.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2023

To be productive in an interconnected work environment, employees need immediate access to numerous platforms, both on- and off-premises. Some nine out of ten cyberattacks are estimated to begin with a threat actor gaining unauthorized access to a computer system via poorly managed access credentials.

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Heimadal Security

APRIL 25, 2023

Privileged Account and Session Management (PASM) is a new PAM (Privileged Access Management) that focuses on privileged account monitoring and management for compliance, security, and data integrity purposes. appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Heimadal Security

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Among a myriad of other challenges, Privileged Access Management (PAM) emerges as a pivotal domain. However, implementing PAM solutions involves navigating multifaceted risks and intricacies that demand the unwavering attention of these senior security executives.

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Heimadal Security

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Managing privileged access to internal resources is a challenge for organizations worldwide. Statistics show that 80% of data breaches seem to be caused by misuse of privileged account access (Forrester study). If left unaddressed, it could lead to data breaches, downtime, and financial loss.

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Heimadal Security

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Privileged Access Management is a cybersecurity instrument that any safety-oriented company should have. Implementing a top-notch PAM system means finding a perfect balance between safety and users’ comfort. Use it right and it will help you keep the company’s data and assets safe. You’re up for a challenging mission!

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Heimadal Security

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

When we talk about Privileged Access Management (PAM), Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Identity and Access Management (IAM), and other access management terms, we think of technologies for protecting a company’s critical assets.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 16, 2021

At its core, Zero Trust is all about authenticating and authorizing access policies that have been designed to provide the least privilege, for the least amount of time, to the least amount of assets. In 2022 we expect to see organizations increasingly moving identity management systems into the CISO organization.

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Heimadal Security

DECEMBER 9, 2022

In complex environments, the need for privilege solutions has grown. Typically, companies with network infrastructure or critical data have personal privileged accounts set up, while traditional Privileged Access Management (PAM) tools rely on the creation of accounts and privileges.

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Heimadal Security

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Privileged Account and Session Management (PASM) is a new PAM (Privileged Access Management) that focuses on privileged account monitoring and management for compliance, security, and data integrity purposes. The post What Is Privileged Account and Session Management (PASM)?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

This blog was written by an independent guest blogger. He is also looking for opportunities to collect additional access parameters (usernames and passwords), elevate privileges, or use already existing compromised accounts for unauthorized access to systems, applications, and data. Different types of privileges.

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Heimadal Security

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Any organization`s security relies on well-established strategies regarding the privileged accounts. However, implementing PAM can […]. The post What Is PAM-as-a-Service (PAMaaS)? However, implementing PAM can […]. The post What Is PAM-as-a-Service (PAMaaS)? appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Which topics should CEOs, CIOs and CISOs have on their radar when it comes to Identity and Access Management ( IAM ) and cyber security risks in 2022? recurring re-confirmations of initially assigned rights and roles in all connected systems by the employees’ manager – to reduce the risk of abuse and accidents.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

In fact, the 2022 Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report revealed an alarming 13 percent increase in ransomware attacks overall – greater than past five years combined – and the inability to properly manage identities and privileges across the enterprise is often the root cause. Redefining access. Dodhiawala.

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Duo's Security Blog

AUGUST 3, 2023

Access management solutions, including single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and privileged access management (PAM), can offer a comprehensive defense against threats. However, finding the strongest solutions to securing access is an equally dynamic landscape.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 21, 2023

To be productive in an interconnected work environment, employees need immediate access to numerous platforms both on- and off-premises.

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Centraleyes

MAY 20, 2024

An IAM assessment aims to analyze access control and authorization processes. The assessment takes into account governance, security, and identity management challenges. Credential theft and unauthorized access are the leading causes of data breaches. Poor access management policies create an open door for hackers.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

. & PETACH TIKVA, Israel–( BUSINESS WIRE )– CyberArk (NASDAQ: CYBR ) today announced it was named an Overall Privileged Access Management Leader for the sixth year in a row in the KuppingerCole Analysts 2021 “ Leadership Compass: Privileged Access Management ” 1 report.

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Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

As remote work extends its footprint through technologies like virtual private networks (VPNs), virtual desktops, and mobile devices, the ease of accessibility these technologies provide opens the door to potential threats. Identity access management helps identify threats promptly and prevent potential impacts on business operations.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 18, 2022

And what is more concerning is how the SaaS service layer can create systemic cloud risk, because of the unmatched privilege to control business and information systems via SaaS services. INSIGHT | Baseline cloud risks, adopting a layered mindset that includes SaaS security and prevention, prioritized for access exposure (e.g.,

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 23, 2021

A pair of vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel disclosed this week expose major Linux operating systems that could let a hacker either gain root privileges on a compromised host or shut down the entire OS altogether. Further reading: Top Vulnerability Management Tools for 2021. Red Hat, Others Confirm Flaws.

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Herjavec Group

APRIL 26, 2021

Today, the way we give access to our employees is generally the same way we give access to third parties. Gartner’s Third-Party Risk Management Framework puts it best – “Leaders find themselves in the middle of what feels like an unwinnable war: one that demands risk oversight while maintaining speed.”.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 9, 2018

As more trusted privileged users hold access to more critical functions and information within organizations, the trust bestowed on them must be validated to address insider threats and thwart cyberattacks. Privileged Users. Privileged users and privileged accounts can be exploited to attack an organization from within.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 9, 2022

Automated policy enforcement and lifecycle management ensure orphan, duplicate or shared SSH keys can be easily decommissioned. . Ensure compliance by automating policy enforcement to improve audit readiness, offering automated validation of SSH machine identity management and generating scheduled or on-demand compliance reports.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 20, 2022

Preventing escalation from initial access in your Active Directory (AD) environment to Domain Admins can feel impossible, especially after years of successful red team engagements finding new attack paths each time. The blog post was produced as a collaboration between Teal and SpecterOps. Old and new Microsoft recommendations.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 10, 2022

Identity and Access Management in Multi-Cloud Environments. Multi-cloud consumption raises concerns about the operational complexity of successfully managing both encryption and the corresponding keys across multiple providers, each with their own consoles and APIs,” the Thales report states. brooke.crothers.

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Herjavec Group

JANUARY 27, 2022

Data Privacy Week aims to create awareness about online privacy, educate citizens on how to manage and secure their personal information, and support businesses in respecting data and being more transparent about how they collect and use customer data. Simply put, our personal data has never been more accessible or valuable !

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Heimadal Security

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

​​What Is Just-In-Time Access? Just-in-Time Access is the process that grants employees privileged access to applications and systems for a limited time, on an as-needed basis. A good security plan means giving people and systems exactly the access they need to get their tasks done, and only for as long as they need it.

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Herjavec Group

AUGUST 31, 2021

Contributed By: Gaurav Kabra, Director, Identity and Access Management. With more organizations moving both internal and front-facing operations to the cloud, Identity and Access Management (IAM) has become a paramount concern for many business executives. Failure in Consistency. Outdated Systems.

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Herjavec Group

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Contributed by Todd Musselman , Senior Vice President, Identity and Access Management. While identity management and IT security have been rising as a priority amongst government, enterprises, and individuals alike, the increase in sophistication and frequency of cybercrime shows us there’s still work to be done.

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Heimadal Security

JANUARY 22, 2024

Key highlights: What least privilege is and how it works; How sophisticated modern attacks occur; Best practices for effective least privilege. In the last decade, least privilege has become a cornerstone of effective cybersecurity. In this blog, […] The post What Is the Principle of Least Privilege (POLP)?

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 6, 2018

The controls used are typically full disk encryption (FDE), KMIP key management of encryption for arrays or SAN systems or encryption of a tape or a VM image. As the keys for decrypting the data are inaccessible or elsewhere, no access to the media is possible. All others are authorized to see only metadata or ciphertext.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 25, 2021

La gestión de cuentas privilegiadas depende de muchas cosas más allá de las herramientas PAM, es indispensable tener en cuenta aspectos como la auditoría, el control, la gobernanza y una adecuada administración de las tareas automatizadas. Conozca aquí los pilares ….

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Security Boulevard

MAY 12, 2021

The post Ataque cibernético en la planta de tratamiento de agua de Florida: Lo que significa para las organizaciones globales appeared first on ManageEngine Blog. A principios de este mes, un atacante no autorizado accedió de ….

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Heimadal Security

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

As defined by Jericho Systems, privilege management also referred to as Privileged Account Management (PAM) is “the practice of controlling and administering digital user identities and the rights of those identities to perform actions on specified resources.” The post What is Privilege Management?

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