Month: November 2021

What Is Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) and Why Passwords Are Not Enough

With cyber breaches making headlines seemingly every week, one thing is clear — passwords alone are no longer enough to keep us safe. While stopping all online crime is not a realistic goal, Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) is a simple but critical step in your security flow that can massively reduce the likelihood you or your…

Continuous authentication: how it works and what you need to know about use cases and industries

What is continuous authentication? Continuous authentication relies on analyzing multiple data points linked to a unique user. This data can include browser activity, mouse characteristics, mobile sensors, and even behavioral biometrics. The data points are continuously monitored to identify changes in behavior, confirming or blocking a user’s access to corporate assets or programs.  Any changes…

Best Alternative to Twilio Authy based on price and UX

Twilio Authy is one of the most popular solutions for two-factor authentication. But just because something is popular doesn’t mean it’s without flaws. In particular, Twilio Authy has quite a few common pain points ranging from high prices to difficult user experiences. So if you’re on the search for the best alternative to Twilio Authy,…

Cheat Sheet: How to Choose the Right 2FA for Your Website

With the next cyber breach around the corner, having two-factor authentication on your website is a no brainer. But which 2FA solution is right for you? There’s plenty to consider in making the right decision. Do you need high security or more convenience? Do you want a balance of both? With this cheat sheet, we’ll…

How to secure remote access for employees working from home

How do you maintain secure remote access when employees work remotely? That was the million dollar question even before the COVID-19 pandemic forced millions of employees to transition to working from home — practically overnight. With more and more employees and contractors working remotely, the cybersecurity threats that organizations face have drastically changed.  So how…