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The gap in users’ identity security knowledge gives cybercriminals an opening

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The gap in users’ identity security knowledge gives cybercriminals an opening 01/08/2023 at 06:34 By Help Net Security With exponential growth in the number of human and machine actors on the network and more sophisticated technology in more places, identity in this new era is rapidly becoming a super-human problem, according to RSA. Paradoxically, even […]

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Shaping the future of digital identity

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Shaping the future of digital identity 24/07/2023 at 06:35 By Help Net Security Digital identity refers to the unique and electronically stored representation of an individual or entity’s personal information, characteristics, and attributes. It encompasses various digital identifiers, such as usernames, email addresses, biometric data, or government-issued IDs, that allow users to authenticate themselves online

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Overcoming user resistance to passwordless authentication

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Overcoming user resistance to passwordless authentication 10/07/2023 at 07:14 By Help Net Security Many organizations agree in theory that passwordless authentication is the future, but getting there represents a significant change management challenge. The migration to passwordless requires forethought and planning. For example, an organization needs to establish strategic imperatives around security, the user experience,

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Scammers using AI voice technology to commit crimes

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Scammers using AI voice technology to commit crimes 07/07/2023 at 06:03 By Help Net Security The usage of platforms like Cash App, Zelle, and Venmo for peer-to-peer payments has experienced a significant surge, with scams increasing by over 58%. Additionally, there has been a corresponding rise of 44% in scams stemming from the theft of

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Socure Acquires ID Verification Company Berbix for $70 Million

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Socure Acquires ID Verification Company Berbix for $70 Million 27/06/2023 at 17:03 By Eduard Kovacs Identity verification solutions provider Socure has acquired automated ID verification firm Berbix for roughly $70 million in cash and stock. The post Socure Acquires ID Verification Company Berbix for $70 Million appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article is an excerpt

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95% fear inadequate cloud security detection and response

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95% fear inadequate cloud security detection and response 27/06/2023 at 06:37 By Help Net Security Although numerous respondents acknowledged employing risky practices and behaviors within their cloud environments, they strongly believe in the effectiveness of their security tools and processes to safeguard their organizations against meticulously planned attacks, according to Permiso. That high confidence level

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Exploring the role of AI in cybersecurity

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Exploring the role of AI in cybersecurity 19/06/2023 at 06:39 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security round-up, we present parts of previously recorded videos from experts in the field that discuss about how AI technologies will impact the cybersecurity industry in the next few years. AI is a powerful tool in cybersecurity,

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Beyond MFA: 3 steps to improve security and reduce customer authentication friction

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Beyond MFA: 3 steps to improve security and reduce customer authentication friction 14/06/2023 at 07:42 By Help Net Security For many people, life’s fundamental activities are now conducted online. We do our banking and shopping online, turn to the digital realm for entertainment and to access medical records, and pursue our romantic interests via dating

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Lack of adequate investments hinders identity security efforts

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Lack of adequate investments hinders identity security efforts 12/06/2023 at 06:03 By Help Net Security Organizations are still grappling with identity-related incidents, with an alarming 90% reporting one in the last 12 months, a 6% increase from last year, according to The Identity Defined Security Alliance (IDSA). Protecting digital identities As identities continue to significantly

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Virtual claims raise alarms among insurance carriers and customers

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Virtual claims raise alarms among insurance carriers and customers 05/06/2023 at 06:08 By Help Net Security As the digital revolution changes the claims process, both carriers and customers are increasingly concerned about data privacy, according to LexisNexis Risk Solutions. More than 60% of consumers have concerns over the security of their personally identifiable information when

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Identity crimes: Too many victims, limited resources

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Identity crimes: Too many victims, limited resources 18/05/2023 at 08:00 By Help Net Security The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) has documented incidents of identity theft reported during 2022 and the first quarter of 2023, highlighting the use of strategies by criminals to convince people to willingly share protected information. The number of reported identity

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Top 3 trends shaping the future of cybersecurity and IAM

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Top 3 trends shaping the future of cybersecurity and IAM 12/05/2023 at 07:30 By Help Net Security The need to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access and theft has never been greater, and cybersecurity and IAM technologies are evolving to meet this challenge while providing users with more convenience. There are three key trends to

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