Identity and access management
Identity is often considered the perimeter in infosec, especially as traditional enterprise perimeters dissolve. Identity and access management is critical to maintain data security. From passwords to multifactor authentication, SSO to biometrics, get the latest advice on IAM here.
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22 Oct 2026
How to fit customer experience security into your strategy
Most organizations overlook security in their CX strategies. However, with collaboration, personalization, CIAM controls and more, organizations can offer a secure and positive CX. Continue Reading
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28 Jul 2026
CISO's guide to data obfuscation
With so many services requiring access to sensitive data, encryption alone is not enough. Data obfuscation has evolved into a core element of modern cybersecurity architecture. Continue Reading
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26 Jul 2007
How secure is the Windows registry?
In this SearchSecurity.com Q&A, platform security expert Michael Cobb explains the weaknesses of the Windows registry and explores other OS alternatives. Continue Reading
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05 Jun 2007
What are the potential risks of giving remote access to a third-party service provider?
In this SearchSecurity.com Q&A, identity management and access control expert Joel Dubin discusses the potential risks involved with providing remote access to a third-party service provider. Continue Reading
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04 Jun 2007
Is the use of digital certificates with passwords considered two-factor authentication?
In this SearchSecurity.com Q&A identity management and access control expert Joel Dubin identifies the factors that contribute to two-factor authentication, such as smart cards and digital certificates. Continue Reading
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01 Jun 2007
How to test an enterprise single sign-on login
In this SearchSecurity.com Q&A, identity management and access control expert Joel Dubin examines the best ways to test an enterprise single sign-on (SSO) login. Continue Reading
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08 Feb 2007
Will biometric authentication replace the password?
Some security observers say user IDs and passwords are obsolete and can be easily cracked, but that doesn't mean you should fire up biometric authentication projects just yet. In this SearchSecurity.com Q&A, identity management and access control expert Joel Dubin explains why enterprises are still holding back on biometrics. Continue Reading
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07 Feb 2007
Can single sign-on (SSO) provide authentication for remote logons?
If you're accessing multiple applications through a remote Citrix server, you have two options. Identity management and access control expert Joel Dubin explains both in this SearchSecurity.com Q&A. Continue Reading