The New NIST Digital Identity Guidelines and What They Mean to You

With the most recent draft of its Digital Identity Guidelines, NIST revised many of its federal recommendations regarding passwords and access management.

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The Hidden Privacy Issues With Windows 10: The Injection of Ads and How to Improve Your Online Privacy

While its latest editions both feature security enhancements, Windows 10 users should still follow these best practices.

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The Increasing Sophistication of the Tech Support Scam

It may be the oldest trick in the book, but the tech support scam remains a popular method among fraudsters, according to a recent report.

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How to Hire Your Next CISO

Hiring a CISO is more about finding gaps, committing to new ideas and bringing those ideas to life than it is about finding the right person for the job.

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It Is Time to Get Serious About Security Theater

Sometimes, the value of peace of mind outweighs the cost of solutions that merely create an illusion of security, also known as security theater.

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Do Threat Intelligence Exchanges Really Work?

Threat intelligence exchanges enable companies to detect and respond to incidents more effectively, but only if they take the necessary steps to prepare.

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How Should You Communicate With Your Senior Management Team?

IT professionals must consider the motivations and concerns of senior management when communicating about security issues and refrain from using jargon.

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