The recent introduction of a blue checkmark in Gmail heralds a significant advancement in the effort to secure email communication by helping users identify legitimate email senders and mitigate risks associated with phishing and fraud. This new security feature, rolled out in May 2023, builds on
In recent years, identity has emerged as the primary attack vector for cybercriminals, as it is often easier for a malicious actor to exploit a user's credentials than to break through network defenses. This trend highlights the necessity for robust identity security, making it essential for
In a substantial move towards enhancing cybersecurity, Portnox, a leading provider of cloud-native, zero trust access control solutions, has announced the integration of Microsoft External Authentication Methods (EAM) into their Conditional Access for Applications solution. This strategic
Microsoft has launched a massive transformation of its cloud environment under the Secure Future Initiative (SFI) to address and mitigate risks from leaks, vulnerabilities, exploits, and hacker attacks. This comprehensive effort involves the removal of 730,000 unused apps and 5.75 million inactive
Email has long been an essential tool in digital communication and commerce, serving numerous functions from confirming purchases to disseminating important information. It is therefore no surprise that email has also been a prime target for cyberattacks almost since its inception. Over the years,
Remember that old Hotmail account you had back in the day? The internet does—and it can put your personal information at risk. While it might be tempting to think that more passwords mean more security, the reality is quite the opposite. In fact, the average American now has a staggering 168 p
