Credential-based authentication is the method nearly all network users are used to and has been a common tool for decades. But unlike other decades-old technology, passwords have not been phased out of regular use. Now more than ever, passwords pose ...
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Authentication acts as the first line of defense to allow access to valuable data only to those who are approved by the organization. Many organizations recognize this and utilize Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) as an extra layer of protection to RADIUS ...
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As mobile device users continue to expect stronger roaming connections and faster data speeds, Wi-Fi Alliance developed PassPoint to meet these high standards. It allows users to easily transfer from wireless network to wireless network as they travel and enjoy ...
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Looking to use certificate-based authentication on your managed windows devices? Machine authentication with x.509 certificates permits managed Windows machines that don’t belong to any users, to authenticate onto a 802.1X network. Just as organizations need to be able to moderate ...
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While the advantages of certificate-based authentication over credential-based are well documented, many still experience the barrier to entry of provisioning devices with certificates. This is certainly a valid concern for organizations that institute manual configuration policies and neglect to use ...
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Many organizations purchase security keys like the YubiKey to streamline and secure access to various applications, but they can be used for much more. The YubiKey in particular has the ability to be configured as the all-in-one answer to secure ...
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Keeping your network secure from unwanted intruders is increasingly difficult with the advancements in technology. It’s relatively easy for malicious actors to obtain network access and steal all the data on that network. Although 6 in 10 businesses are victimized ...
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As the internet continues its trend toward ubiquity, the dangers of lackluster network security have become increasingly apparent. With 10 million attacks targeting usernames and passwords occur every day it’s no wonder why so many companies are making the much-needed ...
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How to Issue GeoTrust Certificates to Devices GeoTrust is one of the world’s largest digital certificate providers with more than 100,000 customers in over 150 countries. GeoTrust offers a variety of SSL certificates behind a powerful security suite of SSL ...
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802.1X is the de facto gold standard that organizations should strive for when it comes to authentication; it’s safe, secure, and efficient, especially when combined with certificates. However, setting up 802.1X without the right tools can be a challenge depending ...
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