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3-2-1 Backup Strategy: A Roadmap for IT & Security Professionals

Mastering the 3-2-1 Backup Strategy Data security and integrity are crucial in today’s digital age, and losing critical data can lead to significant setbacks. This concern is particularly relevant for IT Managers, Security Experts, and GRC Leaders, who are tasked with safeguarding the organization’s digital assets. These professionals play a pivotal role in maintaining the […]

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Analyzing MGM Resorts’ Response to the Scattered Spider Ransomware Attack

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The MGM Resorts Ransomware Attack by Scattered Spider Las Vegas, Nevada – September 26, 2023 – MGM Resorts International, a global hospitality and entertainment company, recently found itself in the crosshairs of a malicious ransomware attack orchestrated by the notorious Scattered Spider cybercriminal group. This incident not only underscored the growing threat of cyberattacks but

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5 Tips for Handling Your SaaS Security

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How to Secure Your SaaS Applications 167 billion U.S. dollars. That’s how much revenue the global SaaS market generated in 2022, according to Statista. Clearly, Software as a Service is here to stay. But so too are bad actors, who continue to grow more and more sophisticated. So, how do you ensure that mission critical

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Are You Prepared for Okta’s New Customer Data Retention Policy?

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Understanding Okta’s Policy Shift and Acsense’s Resilience Solutions In the fast-paced world of digital security and identity management, staying informed about policy changes is crucial. Okta, a trusted identity and access management leader, is gearing up for an important update to its Customer Data Retention Policy. This change impacts how long your valuable System Log

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Building a Future-Proof Cyber Resilience Strategy

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The Foundations of Cyber Resilience Cyber-attacks are no longer a matter of “if” but “when”. IT and security systems are increasingly becoming the target. The stakes are high. Nearly 3 in every 4 businesses have been the target of a cyberattack, making cyber resilience more crucial than ever. A breach can lead to data loss,

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23 NYCRR 500 Compliance: Enhancing IAM Resilience in Financial Services

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Acsense’s Okta Resilience in the Age of 23 NYCRR 500 Recent IAM breaches have demonstrated significant vulnerabilities within identity management systems and processes, casting a spotlight on the necessity for enhanced cybersecurity measures in the financial sector. In response to the escalating cyber threats and to continue its leadership in cybersecurity, New York State has

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A Guide to Scattered Spider Data Breaches

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Scattered Spider Unveiled: Navigating the Web of Sophisticated Data Breaches With over 100 organizations targeted, the rise of Scattered Spider underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures. The group targeting Business Process Operations (BPO) sectors has upped its game and now targets larger enterprises with huge data potential. They gain legitimate entry into your

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Okta Breaches Unveiled: An Extensive Review

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Exploring Okta’s Data Breaches and Customer Incidents In the realm of cybersecurity, the topic of Identity Access Management (IAM) has been garnering attention, more so with the recent spate of security incidents involving Okta, a renowned player in the IAM space. This analysis isn’t a critique of Okta, which has already faced its share of

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How To Backup And Recover Okta

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The Importance of Okta Backup and Recovery The importance of Okta backup solutions cannot be understated. As an IAM solution, Okta holds crucial information such as user identities, access privileges, and application configurations. Losing this data can have severe consequences for your organization, including security breaches, loss of productivity, and regulatory non-compliance. “Most organizations

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Okta Breach Alert: Everything You Need to Know [+ Lessons Learned]

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Massive Okta Breach TL;DR: The Okta breach impacted all customer support users, revealing the vulnerability of secure systems. Okta responded by urging multi-factor authentication (MFA) activation and enhancing security measures. The incident highlights the need for perpetual vigilance in IAM security. Key lessons include regular security audits, testing incident plans, user training, access permission reviews,

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