Two-factor (or multi-factor authentication) is a very effective way of providing an additional layer of security for systems and data. It’s relatively trivial these days for attackers to compromise usernames and passwords, and two-factor authentication puts another line of defense […]
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There are a few common threads that seem to exist across the major data breaches of the last couple years. One of those is the fact that the attackers are often accessing the network and stealing gigabytes or terabytes of
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With remote access tools, who needs to steal a physical device to get access to payment data? A recent hack of a parking management service provider proves that access security is vital to keeping customer payment card data safe. SP+
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How prepared is your organization in the event of a massive data breach? It might mean a lot to your company’s bottom line to put a plan in place now. A Ponemon Institute survey found that the cost per breached
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Two is better than one in most cases. A lock and a deadbolt offer better protection for the front door of your home. A seatbelt and an airbag provide better protection in the case of a car accident. And, when
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Home Depot, Dairy Queen, UPS, Goodwill and Supervalu all have one thing in common – they’re retail franchises that have recently reported news of major data breaches. Now, before we dive into the commonalities in franchise data breaches, here’s a
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