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Securing non-human identities in hybrid environments

Securing non-human identities is just as critical as managing human ones in today's complex IT landscapes. Non-human identities, such as service accounts, application identities, and IoT devices, play pivotal roles in automation and system integration. Managing these identities in hybrid environments, where on-premises Active Directory (AD) integrates with cloud-based Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), presents unique challenges.

Multi-Cloud Security: Proven Methods for Safeguarding Data

As organizations increasingly adopt diverse cloud services to meet their varying computational and storage needs, multi-cloud security emerges as a critical concern. “In 2024, a majority of organizations (78%) are opting for hybrid and multi-cloud strategies. Of those organizations, 43% use a hybrid of cloud and on-premises infrastructure, and 35% have a multi-cloud strategy,” according to the 2024 Fortinet Cloud Security Report.

Five worthy reads: How IAM is the cornerstone of securing identities across business verticals

Five worthy reads is a regular column on five noteworthy items we have discovered while researching trending and timeless topics. This week, we’ll understand the significance of IAM and how it has transformed the identity game in various sectors.

What is Access Control Management and Why Is It Important?

One of the most important aspects of modern cybersecurity is managing access to IT systems and data. Indeed, organizations that lack robust access management are putting a lot on the line, from customer trust to business revenue. This article explains access control management, explores its key components, and provides best practices for implementation.

The Role of Automation in Enforcing the Principle of Least Privilege

As businesses continue to expand their reliance on cloud security and privileged access management, the imperative to implement least privilege access in a manner both effective and efficient cannot be overstated. Yet, with the increasing complexity of information systems and the proliferation of privileged accounts, manually administering and enforcing the least privilege principle poses substantial challenges.

3 Ways to Realize Full Value from Microsoft Security Product Investments

As companies look to realize the full value of Microsoft Security products, they may find a managed security service provider can play a key role in helping them maximize the value of their investment. For many companies, the Microsoft 365 E5 license makes good business sense. In addition to the Office suite of productivity applications, E5 includes expanded capabilities for Microsoft cybersecurity solutions for endpoint detection and response (EDR), identity and access management (IAM), and more.

Episode 5: Exploring PAM360's certificate lifecycle management (CLM) capabilities

In the fifth episode of the PAM Masterclass training series, we will learn how to manage the entire lifecycle of certificates within ManageEngine PAM360. We will cover topics such as certificate deployment, renewal, and expiration, providing practical strategies for maintaining a certificate-secure IT infrastructure. By the end of the session, you will gain knowledge about the process needed to effectively optimize your certificate management processes using PAM360's native certificate life cycle management module.

Snowflake Breach Attack Insights

The recent attack on Snowflake accounts underscores a critical lesson for all cloud users: securely managing identities and access is paramount under the shared responsibility model. As more organizations leverage cloud services, it’s essential to understand that security is a collaborative effort between the service provider and the customer.

How to Conduct an Identity and Access Management Risk Assessment

Identity and access management (IAM) plays a crucial role in security by helping to ensure that each user in the organization has access to only the data, systems, and other resources they need to do their job. This article explains the critical functionality of IAM solutions and how an IAM assessment can help you uncover essential risks to security, compliance, and business continuity. Then, it offers IAM best practices and guidance on choosing the right IAM solutions for your organization.