What is an insider threat?
An insider threat is a security risk posed by an employee, former employee, contractor, or vendor. Insider threats can result in fines, reputational damage, and loss of intellectual property. What…
What is digital identity?
Digital identity is the way a computer stores a record of an external person or system. It is closely related to authentication. What is digital identity? In access management, digital…
What is two-factor authentication? 2FA / 2 step verification explained
With two-factor authentication (2FA), users must prove their identity through two different means before being granted access. What is two-factor authentication? Two-factor authentication, abbreviated as 2FA, is an authentication process…
What is identity and access management (IAM)?
Overview Identity and access management (IAM) is a centralized and consistent way to manage user identities (i.e., people, services, and servers), automate access controls, and meet compliance requirements across traditional…