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Proactive network management with strategic scheduling of DNS and DHCP objects and reports

In the complex and often fluid world of network management, the ability to swiftly adapt to changing requirements is paramount. This is especially true in scenarios involving temporary projects, testing environments, or seasonal events that generate unusually high traffic. Using ManageEngine DDI Central, you can schedule the activation of DHCP objects—like subnets, shared networks, host or DHCP reservations, client classes, and DNS changes—at specific times, making a significant difference.

Integrate Identity and Access Management with HIPAA, NIST, GDPR and CCPA in Healthcare

The healthcare sector is a top target of cyber criminals eager to steal sensitive data and extort high ransoms. The key to thwarting costly attacks is to understand that identity is the new security perimeter. By implementing robust identity and access management (IAM), healthcare organizations can significantly enhance their security and cyber resilience. This article explains the role of IAM in healthcare and details the most pressing IAM gaps to address.

StateRAMP vs FedRAMP: What's The Difference Between Them?

Here at Ignyte, we’ve talked a lot about FedRAMP, the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program. As you likely well know, FedRAMP is the federal government’s unified security standard, derived from NIST standardization documents and transformed into a framework to provide a cohesive idea of security across disparate government organizations and contractors. You might wonder, how does this work with state-level agencies and departments?

Fighting Phishing: Everything You Can Do to Fight Social Engineering and Phishing

I have created a comprehensive webinar, based on my recent book, “Fighting Phishing: Everything You Can Do to Fight Social Engineering and Phishing”. It contains everything that KnowBe4 and I know to defeat scammers. The evidence is clear – there is nothing most people and organizations can do to vastly lower cybersecurity risk than to mitigate social engineering attacks. Social engineering is involved in 70% to 90% of all successful attacks.

Breach or Bluff: Cyber Criminals' Slippery Tactics

When the news first broke about a potential data breach at Ticketmaster, the details were murky. The Department of Home Affairs confirmed a cyber incident affecting Ticketmaster customers, but the extent of the breach and the veracity of the claims made by the hacker group ShinyHunters were unclear. As the story unfolded, it became evident that the breach was indeed real, and the personal details of millions of customers had been compromised.

What are the Components of an Excellent Offensive Security Program

In the dynamic world of cybersecurity, creating an effective offensive security program is paramount for organizations seeking to proactively identify and mitigate potential threats. An offensive security program encompasses a suite of strategic components designed to test and strengthen an organization's defenses. An effective offensive security program includes various components, such as penetration testing, red/purple teaming, managed vulnerability scanning, and bug bounty programs, to name a few.

10 Tips for Summer Travelers Looking to Avoid Getting Scammed

Summer 2024 is about to heat up, and you know what that means. Sun, sand, and surf? Don’t forget to pack your swimsuit and sunscreen! Snow cones, strawberries, and s’mores? Mmmm, yes, please! Sightseeing, stargazing, and … scams? Oh my! Oops. Sorry for ending on such a bummer. But summer isn’t all fun and games and, unfortunately, scamming is on the rise. In 2023 alone, scams cost people more than $10 billion.

Understanding Zero Trust Network Access and Why Needs It

As flexible working arrangements become increasingly common across every industry, companies need secure, dependable ways to grant remote employees online access to company data, services, and applications. Productivity in today’s highly digital business environment depends upon employees being able to access the systems and information they need for work when needed, from any location.