What Is Single Sign-On (SSO)?

The question “what is single sign-on?” is one we get asked a lot. To understand this solution, consider an analogy: “Imagine going to the mall, and at each store you must register with the store for your first purchase. Then, every time aft… Continue reading What Is Single Sign-On (SSO)?

Topics & Questions – Paul’s Security Weekly #591

In our second segment, the Security Weekly hosts talks about some of our favorite hacker movies, influencers in the community, and what software and devices make appearances in our labs! Full Show NotesFollow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/secu… Continue reading Topics & Questions – Paul’s Security Weekly #591

Yahoo Discloses Data From 1 Billion Accounts Stolen in 2013

Yahoo disclosed today that attackers in 2013 stole data associated with more than 1 billion accounts. CISO Bob Lord said this incident is “distinct” from a 2014 attack in which 500 million accounts were breached. Continue reading Yahoo Discloses Data From 1 Billion Accounts Stolen in 2013

United Airlines Sets Minimum Bar on Security

United Airlines has rolled out a series of updates to its Web site that the company claims will help beef up the security of customer accounts. But at first glance, the core changes — moving from a 4-digit PINs to password and requiring customers to pick five different security questions and answers — may seem like a security playbook copied from Yahoo.com, circa 2009. Here’s a closer look at what’s changed in how United authenticates customers, and hopefully a bit of insight into what the nation’s fourth-largest airline is trying to accomplish with its new system. Continue reading United Airlines Sets Minimum Bar on Security