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CyberArk eyes identity security gains with $175 million startup acquisition
CyberArk has announced the acquisition of identity governance and administration (IGA) startup Zilla Security for a fee of up to $175 million. The move will expand CyberArk’s Identity Security Platform with Zilla’s AI-powered IGA capabilities, which are designed to equip organizations with scalable automation of identity compliance and provisioning across digital environments. CyberArk said the aim is to create a…
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Is identity theft insurance worth it?
To say the word “insurance” doesn’t inspire confidence nowadays is putting it lightly. With policies that often feel convoluted and exclusions buried in fine print, it’s easy to be skeptical. So, is identity theft insurance worth it? Well, the answer depends on your circumstances. For instance, identity theft insurance could be wise if you manage multiple financial accounts, use public…
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Cisco patches critical flaws in Identity Services Engine
Cisco has rolled out software updates to address a pair of critical vulnerabilities in its Identity Services Engine (ISE) that could let hackers take over devices and access data. The flaws affect Cisco ISE and Cisco ISE Passive Identity Connector, versions 3.0 to 3.3, but not 3.4. A workaround is not possible, so a software upgrade is required. Cisco said…
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A new phishing campaign is exploiting Microsoft’s legacy ADFS identity solution to steal credentials and bypass MFA
Hackers are targeting organizations around the world that rely on Microsoft’s Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) secure access system in an ongoing phishing campaign, according to new research. Analysis from Abnormal Security describes how Microsoft’s ADfS, a legacy single-sign-on (SSO) solution that allows employees to use one set of credentials to authenticate across multiple applications and environments, is being mimicked…
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One Piece Chapter 1136: The Identity of the Mysterious Bandage Girl Revealed
Just when the fandom thought that the Elbaf arc would be a peaceful pitstop for the Straw Hats with no threat in sight, creator Eiichiro Oda dropped a major surprise in recent chapters. Two mysterious hooded characters invaded the giant’s castle when the Straw Hats were enjoying the party thrown by the giants. One of the characters was revealed to…
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Scammers file first — Get your IRS Identity Protection PIN now
The IRS relaunched its Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN) program this week and all US taxpayers are encouraged to enroll for added security against identity theft and fraudulent returns. An Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) is a six-digit number assigned to a taxpayer that must be used when filing a tax return. This number is only valid for the…
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Machine identity attacks will be top of mind for security leaders in 2025
Machine identities such as access tokens and service accounts are being tipped as the next big target for cyber attacks. According to Venafi’s latest research report, The Impact of Machine Identities on the State of Cloud Native Security in 2024, 86% of organizations have had a security incident related to their cloud native environment within the last year. As a…
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How to check if someone is using my identity
Identity theft affects millions every year. Cybercriminals use hacking, phishing, and other malicious activities to commit ID theft and fraud. This includes collecting your data from people search sites like Spokeo, BeenVerified, and Intelius. In this guide, we explain how you can check for identity theft. Identity theft can lead to fraud, a bad credit rating, and the theft of…
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Microsoft logs 600 million identity attacks per day as threat actors collaborate more
Microsoft has said it tracked more than 600 million identity attacks across its 2024 fiscal year, as the firm warns cybercriminals are becoming more collaborative and focused in their attacks. In its Digital Defense Report 2024, Microsoft noted the rise of identity-based cyber attacks as firms migrate to the cloud and stated that Microsoft Entra data showed 7,000 password attacks…
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Venafi’s new life under CyberArk is all about end-to-end identity management
Venafi’s Machine Identity Summit 2024 was both a statement of where the company is headed under its new owner and a reminder of its leadership in the machine identity space. Taking place at the same time as CyberArk’s $1.5 billion acquisition of Venafi was finally made official, the event acted as a stage to justify the move and explain how…
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