Authentication, Authorization, Accounting and Identity Management
The AAA framework is the logic behind Identity Management systems. AAA stands for Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting that this blog will explain. Authentication “Authentication is the act of confirming the truth of an attribute of a single piece of data claimed true by an entity. In contrast with identification, which ... Read More
Steps to Become a CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
There are countless IT certifications today. One of the best for IT Security professionals is the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), sponsored by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, or (ISC)2. Exam pricing for U.S. candidates is either $549 or $599 depending upon whether you choose to do ... Read More
Basics of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
BLE (originally introduced as Bluetooth Smart) is an extension to the Bluetooth 4 standard. It is important to understand that BLE does not replace Bluetooth, but instead it enhances Bluetooth. Bluetooth was defined under the IEEE 802.15 specification. 802.15 defines personal area networks for users and their devices. We commonly ... Read More
BYOD and Securing It to Protect Your Organization
BYOD, which stands for bring-your-own-device, is an important concept. With its supporting technologies it is accelerating telecommuting and collaboration in the workplace at a rapid pace. When selecting a BYOD strategy it is important to focus on some key areas. Understand your users’ needs. Establish clear policies. Define the discovery ... Read More
Make like a Network Design and LEAF
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How the Grinch (and his band of hackers) stole Christmas
In 2017 Hackers abound and we are all aware of it. However be aware that during the holiday season hackers are extra giving…of phishing attempts, malware, and Trojans, which all help them steal from you or your favorite retailer due to our laziness and lack of knowledge. Below are a ... Read More
Recent Wireless Vulnerabilities Made Public and Vendors Respond Quickly
Wireless is no longer something that we might use while staying in our hotel or sitting in the local coffee shop. Today mobile devices require ubiquitous wireless connectivity. That convenience can make our online experience better and faster. The prevalence of wireless access points everywhere we go has increased revenue ... Read More
Wireless Penetration Testing: What You Should Understand
Wireless is here to stay and becoming more and more pervasive. Understanding wireless and the risks and vulnerabilities involved with its use are crucial concerns for your organization’s security staff. We have all heard the horror stories associated with a company’s Wi-Fi used to breach their security. The most famous ... Read More