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What To Know About the FBI's Warning Encouraging Encrypted Messaging

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recently issued a warning that iPhone and Android users should begin using encrypted messaging apps to protect the privacy of their communications from foreign hackers. The FBI issued this warning after Salt Typhoon – a Chinese hacking group – infiltrated American networks and began collecting data from phone calls and text messages.

Just-in-Time (JIT) Access vs Just Enough Privilege (JEP)

The main difference between Just-in-Time (JIT) access and Just Enough Privilege (JEP) is that JIT access focuses on how long access is granted, which is only on an as-needed basis. On the other hand, JEP focuses on what access is granted. Although both strategies minimize the risk of standing privileges, JIT access and JEP function in different ways with different priorities. Continue reading to learn more about JIT access, JEP, their key differences and how they work together in access management.

How To Handle Increasing Needs for Privileged Access as Your Organization Expands

The best way to handle increasing privileged access needs as your organization expands is to choose a Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution that grows with you. PAM refers to managing and securing accounts with access to privileged information, including sensitive systems and data. IT administrators, HR staff and other employees with access to sensitive information should be managed with a PAM solution to protect your data and reduce the risk of cyber attacks.

How To Adjust Your PAM Strategy for Growth

The best way to adjust your Privileged Access Management (PAM) strategy for growth is to choose a cloud-based PAM solution that scales with your organization. You may face many challenges when adjusting your PAM strategy as your organization grows, including more complex infrastructure, a higher number of login credentials to manage and increased security risks, so you need to have a flexible PAM solution.

Replace .env with 1Password SDKs: Get started with secure programming

At 1Password, we offer several developer solutions to make software development and deployments a smoother process. We’ve introduced tools like the tried-and-true 1Password CLI, which enables secure local development, and our SDKs so you can securely access your secrets from the cloud.

Benefits of Using Hardware Security Keys on iOS

Some benefits of using hardware security keys on iOS include protection against various cyber attacks, a smoother login experience and increased privacy. Since all mobile Apple devices use iOS, protecting them with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), such as hardware security keys, is important because requiring another way to verify your identity adds another layer of security.

What Happens If You Answer a Spam Call

If you accidentally answer a spam call, scammers know your number is connected to a real person and can target you with more calls. These targeted spam calls will try to trick you into giving up your personal information which allows cybercriminals to steal your money, your identity and even your voice. Learn more about how cybercriminals can exploit you using spam calls.

Do You Need More Than One PAM Solution?

No, you don’t need more than one Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution to protect your organization if you find one that encompasses zero-knowledge security, granular access control, session management and automated password rotation. Previously, your organization may have needed multiple PAM solutions for various tasks; however, KeeperPAM is a unified platform that provides centralized cloud management of privileged access, passwords, secrets and connections.