Winter 2011: Password security standards and trends- Biometrics, Smart Cards, Tokens
- Secure User Authentication and Authorization
- User Identities and Provisioning
- User Password Security
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Chip and PIN
Chip and PIN is a UK government-backed initiative to implement the EMV (short for Europay, Mastercard and Visa) standard for smart payment cards... (Continued)Definition
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Network password security: Following password policy best practices
Regularly updating network password policies to keep pace with threats is essential to enterprise security. Learn about password policy best practices in this tip.Tip
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NHS smart card devices enable secure access to health care apps
Thanks to the NHS smart card programme and some creative middleware, four health trusts in North London have found an inexpensive way to offer secure access to health care applications.Article | 01 Sep 2010
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SMS two-factor authentication for electronic identity verification
Tokens are no longer the only choice when it comes to OTPs and electronic identity verification. Learn about new two-factor authentication options involving SMS and mobile phones.Tip
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Two-factor authentication helps charity comply with PCI DSS
Two-factor authentication is a must for any company that needs to comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard. Find out how one company implemented token-based authentication and how it overcame any rollout issues.Article | 22 Mar 2010
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Single sign-on (SSO) authentication can help prevent password fatigue
Michael Cobb reviews first steps for establishing a federated environment where users sign into a system once and are able to access multiple services controlled by third parties.Tip
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Gridsure finds global deal for its pattern-based authentication
Following a licensing agreement with CryptoCard Inc., Cambridge-based GrIDsure Ltd. has received a major boost for its pattern-based authentication.Article | 28 Dec 2009
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Single sign-on software removes chaos and aids password management at East Kent NHS Trust
Until a recent single sign-on implementation, 8,000 members of staff at East Kent Hospitals University Foundation NHS Trust were drowning in a sea of different passwords that they needed to access various parts of the network.Article | 25 Nov 2009
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Will physical security integrators work with IT departments?
Expert Neil O'Connor shares a recent project that demonstrates how IP-enabled physical security may be changing the market.Ask the Expert
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Tokenless two-factor authentication helps council with CoCo compliance
Instead of equipping remote workers with security tokens, a Scottish council has found a cost-effective way of sending authentication codes to its employees' mobile phones.Article | 12 Nov 2009
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SOCA shuts down network of CVV sellers' carder sites
The Serious Organised Crime Agency shut down 36 CVV sellers who were selling stolen credit card and banking credentials to buyers around the world.News | 27 Apr 2012
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A compliance strategy for the controversial cookie opt-in regulation
Businesses face many concerns with the PECR cookie law. Compliance expert Alan Calder offers a compliance strategy for the cookie opt-in regulation.Tip
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Verizon data breach report highlights continuing POS vulnerabilities
Improperly secured point-of-sale systems continue to offer an easy target to cybercriminals according to the 2012 data breach report from Verizon.News | 22 Mar 2012
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Forced browsing: Understanding and halting simple browser attacks
Forced browsing is when an attacker discovers the URL of a restricted webpage. Expert Rob Shapland explains how to halt this browser attack method.Ask the Expert
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Taking control of smartphone proliferation while avoiding user anarchy
With smartphone proliferation raging through companies, IT teams are turning to MDMs to keep corporate data safe. Are current MDMs up to the task?Feature | 14 Mar 2012
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Pros and cons of touch-gesture recognition authentication
Touch-gesture recognition is an alternative authentication system for Windows 8 mobile devices. Expert Davey Winder examines the pros and cons.Answer
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Windows security case study: Controlling Windows 7 user privileges
After migrating from Windows XP to Windows 7, Oxford University Press used Avecto’s Privilege Guard to control Windows 7 user privileges.News | 24 Feb 2012
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Jericho founder: Get involved in plan for protecting identity online
Respected identity expert Paul Simmonds says the NSTIC's identity project needs European involvement, or it may not meet Europe's needs.News | 13 Jan 2012
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Assessing home offices for compliance with security teleworking policy
Get advice on how to assess employee's home offices for security and policy compliance.Tip
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IT in Europe, Security Edition: Password security standards and trends
Passwords have long been a security problem. This IT in Europe: Security Edition looks at password trends and alternative forms of authentication.Learning Guide
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Privacy and electronic communications regulations: Guide to EU cookie compliance
Get advice for implementing PECR regulations requiring website owners to request users’ permission to place a tracking cookie.Guide
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Windows security case study: Controlling Windows 7 user privileges
After migrating from Windows XP to Windows 7, Oxford University Press used Avecto’s Privilege Guard to control Windows 7 user privileges.News | 24 Feb 2012
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Jericho founder: Get involved in plan for protecting identity online
Respected identity expert Paul Simmonds says the NSTIC's identity project needs European involvement, or it may not meet Europe's needs.News | 13 Jan 2012
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Segregation of duties: Small business best practices
Segregating duties can be tough in organisations that have few staff members and resources. Get duty segregation best practices for SMBs.Tip
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IT in Europe: Information Security Edition e-zine
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Website secure login: Alternatives to out-of-wallet questions
Learn about alternatives to static knowledge-based authentication and out-of-wallet questions for secure website logins in this tip.Tip
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Online authentication methods: Personal information cards and Web SSO
Learn more about information cards authentication and how it can help lock down online authentication at your organisation.Tip
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How West Midlands police collared identity and access management vendors
Streamlining access is extremely important for the 15,000-person unit, particularly when dealing with information as sensitive as that in police records.News | 07 Jun 2011
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Jericho Forum commandments address the future of identity management
The Jericho Forum recently released new guidance on what it believes could be an effective way to centrally manage users' ever-multiplying identities.News | 20 May 2011
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What is OpenID? How to use OpenID SSO in your organisation
An OpenID SSO system allows organisations to simplify website user authentication management. But is OpenID security an issue? Expert Michael Cobb explains.News | 22 Mar 2011
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Verizon data breach report highlights continuing POS vulnerabilities
Improperly secured point-of-sale systems continue to offer an easy target to cybercriminals according to the 2012 data breach report from Verizon.News | 22 Mar 2012
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How to prevent Facebook hacking and Twitter hijacking
Organisations should guard against Facebook hacking and Twitter hijacking. Expert Davey Winder discusses Twitter and Facebook security tools that can help.Answer
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IT in Europe, Security Edition: Password security standards and trends
Passwords have long been a security problem. This IT in Europe: Security Edition looks at password trends and alternative forms of authentication.Learning Guide
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Opinion: Firms can’t or won’t address social networking security risks
It's a common refrain: Even companies that are aware of social networking security risks don't do anything about them.Opinion
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Alternatives to passwords: Replacing the ubiquitous authenticator
As the relative security of passwords falters, are they destined for obscurity?Feature
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A pen tester’s perspective on creating a secure password
A pen tester explains the importance of creating a secure passwordTip
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IT in Euorpe, Security Edition: Breaking the Code
IT in Europe Security Edition e-zine considers the question, are passwords destined for obscurity?Magazine
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How to prevent unauthorised personnel from hacking voicemail
Keeping attackers out of sensitive corporate voicemails can be as easy as updating PIN policies.Tip
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Concerned about tablet security issues? Some are, others not so much
Users love their tablets, but security pros are concerned about tablet security issues. However, though tablets bring new threats, not everyone is ringing the alarm.News | 05 Dec 2011
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The case for ongoing end-user security awareness training
Expert Michael Cobb makes the case for year-round end-user security awareness training.Tip
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