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March 24, 2020 24 Mar'20
RSA Conference 2020 guide: Highlighting security's human element

What's happening at the 2020 RSA Conference? Our team keeps you up to date with pre-conference coverage and breaking news from the infosec world's biggest event.
October 22, 2019 22 Oct'19
Equifax shares 'risk averse' cloud security model post-breach

Equifax explains how it has transformed its data security strategy using multiple clouds and a more focused approach through Google Cloud Platform's hierarchal security.
March 07, 2019 07 Mar'19
Microsoft promotes zero-trust security over firewalls

Microsoft told RSA Conference attendees a zero-trust model is better than firewalls for protecting corporate data -- a stance that some said doesn't go far enough.
September 27, 2018 27 Sep'18
Network security challenges remain a top concern for IT pros

In networking news, security remains a top concern for IT pros; ExtraHop integrates with Microsoft Azure; and Barefoot Networks unveils developer tools for programmable ASICs.

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software-defined perimeter (SDP)

The software-defined perimeter, or SDP, is a security framework that controls access to resources based on identity. Continue Reading
How to prepare for a zero-trust model in the cloud

Zero-trust security in the cloud is different than it is on premises. Learn the concepts and policies to effectively achieve a zero-trust model in the cloud. Continue Reading
Test your cloud security smarts with these CCSP exam questions

Read up on cloud-based BCDR in this excerpt from Chapter 4 of 'CCSP Certified Cloud Security Professional All-in-One Guide,' then quiz yourself to see what you've learned. Continue Reading

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How to use the Mitre ATT&CK framework for cloud security

Learn how to use the Mitre ATT&CK security framework to keep your enterprise cloud environment -- whether AWS, GCP, Azure, Azure AD or Microsoft 365 -- secure. Continue Reading
Using SDP as a VPN alternative to secure remote workforces

Software-defined perimeter has been touted as a VPN alternative for secure remote access. How do you know if SDP or a traditional VPN is right for your company? Continue Reading
The top 5 benefits of SASE -- and some drawbacks

A cloud-based distributed architecture, centralized management and endpoint-specific security policies are just some of the benefits of Secure Access Service Edge. Continue Reading

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Cybersecurity for remote workers: Lessons from the front

Tackle the security challenges COVID-19 wrought by using this playbook from an experienced disaster-zone responder. Continue Reading
How to ensure a scalable SASE architecture

Don't assume all SASE architecture is the same, especially when it comes to scalability. Enterprises should consider distance to vendor PoPs, office locations and agent onboarding. Continue Reading
Security for SaaS applications starts with collaboration

Following established best practices helps enterprises facilitate collaboration and communication through SaaS applications while simultaneously ensuing secure SaaS use. Continue Reading

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How to address and mitigate serverless security issues

There are two major security implications of serverless cloud infrastructure: secure coding and identity and access management. Uncover best practices to mitigate these risks. Continue Reading
Experts say CIA security triad needs a DIE model upgrade

Using a distributed, immutable, ephemeral strategy instead of the traditional CIA triad could enable enterprises to encourage security by design and minimize risk, two experts say. Continue Reading
As cloud complexities increase, cybersecurity skills gap worsens

Concerns about the lack of security expertise persist, according to respondents in a new CSA survey of IT and security professionals on complexities within native cloud, hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Continue Reading