Identity and access management (IAM) security services

News and features on identity and access management (IAM) security services. Find out how managed service providers are incorporating IAM offerings as they help customers create a secure environment for digital transformation.

May 04, 2018 04 May'18
Software-defined access: Safe-T launches channel program

Safe-T, an Israeli company that offers technology based on software-defined perimeter architecture, has launched a channel program and is looking for partners in the U.S.; more news from the week.
December 12, 2017 12 Dec'17
Blockchain identity management simplifies personal security

When users have to share identifying data with a third party, security risk is high. A new tool puts users in charge of their identity and attempts to make ID management seamless.
April 19, 2017 19 Apr'17
Risk & Repeat: Mozilla joins the Symantec certificate authority debate

In this episode of SearchSecurity's Risk & Repeat podcast, editors discuss mounting pressure on the Symantec certificate authority business to provide answers about its practices.
April 07, 2017 07 Apr'17
CA Strong Authentication offers businesses low-cost MFA and 2FA

CA Strong Authentication brings inexpensive multi- and two-factor authentication to businesses looking to protect mobile applications and devices and to prevent identity theft.

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one-time password (OTP)

A one-time password (OTP) is an automatically generated numeric or alphanumeric string of characters that authenticates the user for a single transaction or login session. Continue Reading
Develop an IAM strategy for the mobile enterprise

As the role of IAM evolves, it's important to be aware of current and future technologies. IT teams should review their needs, as well as the pros and cons of IAM, before deciding. Continue Reading
Start redrawing your identity and access management roadmap

Securing enterprise systems and information requires an IAM roadmap that helps you identify effective policy, technology and tools. Continue Reading

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Partner opportunity: Biometrics tools expand vertical scope

Biometrics in healthcare, financial services, retail and the automotive industry will be opening opportunities for IT services companies deploying this layer of security. Continue Reading
Okta Adaptive MFA gives companies flexible authentication

Okta Adaptive MFA offers businesses a range of flexible authentication methods that use different contexts to determine which factors provide users with access. Continue Reading
RSA Authentication Manager offers a variety of authentication methods

With authentication methods ranging from risk-based to tokens, RSA Authentication Manager gives companies a number of ways to employ multifactor authentication. Continue Reading

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Organize Active Directory with these strategies

Administrators tasked with cleaning up the Active Directory user group structure need not search any further. Use these tips to avoid Active Directory maintenance headaches. Continue Reading
Identity and access management strategy: Time to modernize?

More likely than not, your company's identity and access management strategy needs an update. Learn how to decide if that's the case and, if so, what you should do now. Continue Reading
Why authorization management is paramount for cybersecurity readiness

After enterprise identities are authenticated, an authorization management system should monitor how resources are being used. Expert Peter Sullivan explains how it can work. Continue Reading

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How shared Lambda functions help microservices access control

Shared Lambda functions can help combat error message issues that arise when developers create custom authentication and authorization for microservices. Here's how they work. Continue Reading
How limiting administrative access can protect your enterprise

Limiting administrative access can strengthen an enterprise's security posture significantly. Expert Joe Granneman discusses why this is such an important practice. Continue Reading
How IAM can address unstructured content security risks

The amount of enterprise unstructured content is growing every year. Expert Sean Martin explains why IAM is an important component of unstructured data management and security. Continue Reading