At the annual RSA Conference in San Francisco, Pindrop shared the results of a recent study on voice biometric authentication. The research tracked 122 speakers in six languages (Italian, English, German, French, Dutch and Spanish), and found that the error rates of voice biometrics could double from 4%- to 8% in two-years. This data emphasizes the need for multifactor … [Read more...]
When Security is the Goal, SMBs Should Operate Like a Soccer Team
In the digital age, SMBs have new opportunities to compete in broader, more varied markets. Since business today is 100 percent plugged in and connected, SMBs are facing a unique set of security challenges. Knowing that these risks aren’t going anywhere, staff members each have a specific role to play in the information security game plan – much like positions on a soccer … [Read more...]
Visibility: The Missing Layer of Information Security
No one wants an attacker or malware in their systems. That's why the information security community spends so much time and effort on prevention. We try our best to implement defenses that stop today's threats, while imagining new safeguards to catch future ones. The problem is, complete prevention is simply an infeasible goal. We're all human. No matter their competence, … [Read more...]
White House Cybersecurity Summit – Daily Security Byte EP.24
The White House put on a summit at Stanford University to discuss cybersecurity and consumer protection. Watch the today's video to learn a bit about it. (Episode Runtime: 1:57) Direct YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2-xgZcT5Us EPISODE REFERENCES: The White House Summit on Cybersecurity and Consumer Protection schedule - WhiteHouse.gov Live YouTube Stream to … [Read more...]
Cyber Tradecraft; Defending Against Drive-by Downloads
Imagine this… You’re perusing the ancient and colorful Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, feeling overwhelmed by all the interesting sights, sounds, and smells. An excited and charismatic shop owner waves you over to his wares, enticing you to contemplate the colorful baubles he has on display. As you’re thus distracted, a quiet, inconspicuous character jostles you lightly from behind, … [Read more...]
