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What is IGA? Identity Governance & Administration Explained

In this article, we’ll take a broad look at identity governance and administration (IGA) and examine how it differs from other IT risk mitigation

How to SSH into Docker Containers [Tutorial]

In this article, we’ll cover a way to run console commands in Docker containers that will allow you to mimic the process of using SSH for the same

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Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) Attack: Definition, Examples & More

In this article, we go over the man-in-the-middle attack definition and discuss the different types of these attacks. We'll take a deep dive into the dangers of man-in-the-middle attacks and address some examples. By the end of this article, you'll have a complete understanding of how a man-in-the-middle attack works and how to detect and prevent one.

Insider Threat: Definition, Types, Examples & Protection

In this article, we’ll take a look at insider threats in cyber security and the dangers they pose. You’ll learn the insider threat definition, who the insiders are, the types of insider threats to be aware of, and how to detect threats. By the end of this article, you’ll have a clearer understanding of the entire insider threat ecosystem and the best practices you can use to protect your organization, data, and systems.

What is a Brute Force Attack? Types, Examples & Prevention

In this article, we’ll take a comprehensive look at brute force attacks: what they are, how they work, and the different shapes they can take. You'll learn about popular tools utilized by hackers and examples of brute force attacks in action. By the end of this article, you'll be able to understand critical prevention measures for brute force attacks.

Advanced Threat Protection (ATP): All You Need to Know

Advanced threat protection is a type of cybersecurity dedicated to preventing pre-planned cyberattacks, such as malware or phishing. ATP combines cloud, file sharing, email, network, and endpoint security.

SASE vs. SD-WAN: All You Need to Know

SASE is a cloud-based network security solution, whereas SD-WAN is a network virtualization solution. SASE can be delivered as a service, making it more scalable and resilient than SD-WAN. Additionally, SASE offers more comprehensive security features than SD-WAN, including Zero Trust security and built-in protection against Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks.

The Difference Between SAML vs. OIDC

The main difference between SAML and OIDC is that SAML builds the trust relationship between the service provider (SP) and the IdP, whereas OIDC trusts the channel (HTTPS) that is used to obtain the security token.

SAML vs. LDAP: Everything You Need to Know

The difference between SAML and LDAP is that SAML is designed for cloud-based connections using only an IdP and SP to communicate user data. LDAP, however, is typically used for accessing on-premises resources by installing a client on the user's device to connect with a directory service.

How to Thrive as a Woman in IT: A Comprehensive Guide in 2024

Women make up nearly half the workforce in the United States. Still, in tech, that number is far lower. According to Gartner, only 31 percent of IT employees are women. Meanwhile, companies are struggling to find talent. In cybersecurity alone, there are nearly 500,000 job openings, making it an excellent time for women in information technology to find work.

SASE vs. CASB: Everything You Need to Know

In this article, we’ll take a big-picture look at how SASE and CASB solutions fit into the enterprise security landscape. We'll explore the key differences between SASE and CASB and explain how each tool helps ensure enterprise security. You will gain an understanding of how SASE and CASB solutions compare and which might be suitable for your organization.

CyberArk vs. Delinea (Thycotic & Centrify): Which Is Better?

In this article, we’ll compare two Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions: CyberArk vs. Thycotic, with a closer look at what they are, how they work, and which will best fit your organization. We’ll explore product summaries, use cases, pros and cons, PAM features, and pricing to that by the end of this article, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how these PAM tools work and be able to choose the one that’s right for you.

What is CIEM? Definition, Benefits, Limitations & More

As more enterprises migrate to the cloud, access management and security has grown more complex. Cloud infrastructure entitlement management (CIEM) solutions emerged to address these challenges. In this article, we’ll take a broad look at what CIEM is, how it works, why it’s important, and how it differs from and works with other cloud management solutions.

30+ DevSecOps Statistics You Should Know in 2024

In this article, we look at some important DevSecOps statistics that should help you understand any pros and cons of this practice, help you differentiate DevSecOps and DevOps, and give you a better understanding of why DevSecOps is becoming the more popular option.

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What is IGA? Identity Governance & Administration Explained

How to SSH into Docker Containers [Tutorial]

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