Security

Security is different these days. Where once there were limited targets, now entry points are virtually unlimited; where once the concern was keeping hackers out, now organizations must worry about keeping data in. The threats are constantly growing, and if your organization doesn't keep up, you will be in serious danger. The good news, though, is that security technology has stayed one step ahead of the hackers, debuting next-generation firewalls and advancements in identity access management. Find out everything you need to know about the threat landscape and learn how you can best protect your data.

When It Comes to Security, Protection and Performance Matter

Malware is becoming more sophisticated and today it's commonly hidden inside a larger file, or encrypted so a firewall device can't decrypt it. Meanwhile, the price of cyberhacking tools is going down, so denial of service attacks, eavesdropping software, and Wi-Fi interception devices are less expensive and more readily available. Continue Reading

Moving Identity Governance from a Productivity Barrier to a Business Enabler

Are you wondering why it takes three weeks to fully provision a new user? Do operations grind to a halt every time someone forgets one of their myriad passwords? Are attestations draining productivity, limiting visibility and still not providing enhanced security? If any of this sounds familiar, welcome to the club. Continue Reading

Make Access Right Every Time, All the Time. Context-aware Security and Privileged Account Management

Nobody likes trade-offs between productivity and security, particularly when it comes to accessing data and applications. Computer users want access to be as simple as possible. IT organizations must ensure that security measures are always proportionate with risk. Until recently they had to reach compromises that satisfied nobody. Continue Reading

How IAM Can Make Your Enterprise More Agile and Productive

In this article we examine four capabilities of Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions from Dell Software that save time and give employees swift, controlled access to the resources they need to be productive. Continue Reading

As Security Threats Increase and Diversify, New Defenses and Strategies Are Essential

It seems like there’s a new headline every day about the latest data breach suffered by some major national brand. The high-profile breach at Target involved the theft of 40 million individuals’ records , only to be eclipsed months later when Home Depot suffered the loss of 56 million customers’ information. Executives understand the impact of a breach – the legal consequences and the hit to their organization’s reputation – but they don’t always have all the right information to make the best possible choices. Continue Reading

How to Choose a Next-Generation Firewall: Measuring the Most Important Factors

The security landscape is changing fast, and as hackers evolve to exploit new holes in enterprise defenses, your organization must evolve to stay ahead of new threats. Many companies are scrambling to keep up, realizing the old methods of protection aren’t effective enough, and they’re looking for updated solutions. Continue Reading