BeyondTrust and Delinea are some of the most popular privileged access management (PAM) products on the market. They each offer a sophisticated range of tools for managing access, identities, and endpoints. But like all security tools, they’re not for everybody. The right PAM solution for you will depend on your specific IT environment, budget, internal […]

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Privileged access management (PAM) tools have changed a lot over the last few years. Once, you could rely on a fairly standard set of features across all providers. Now, the unique security challenges of cloud technology have ushered in a whole range of new tools and acronyms. From PASM to PEDM, CIEM, secrets management, and […]

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A recent  study by Cybersecurity Dive shows that nearly all companies (98%) use software integrations with third-party vendors that have suffered breaches in the past two years. Since not a single company can maintain ops integrity by solely relying on in-house developed software, the stakes are higher than ever. In this article, we’re going to […]

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Picking the right cybersecurity system for your business can be tricky, especially when you have options like Tenable and Qualys. In this article, we’ll check two popular solutions: Nessus by Tenable and VMDR by Qualys. We’ll analyze both solutions, see what are their strong points, touch on their weaknesses, check if there are other suitable […]

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Patching is the second most challenging and resource-consuming task of a System Administrator. That’s what Alex Panait told me when I wanted to know his opinion on the benefits and hurdles of patching.  Alex has been a System Administrator in Internal IT at Heimdal for the last 8 years. He’s seen the company developing and […]

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Patch management is one of the most effective, yet overlooked cybersecurity practices to keep your operations safe. And it’s not just me saying it, statistics do too. For example, were you aware that 80% of cyberattacks happen due to unpatched vulnerabilities? With 84% of companies and online businesses reporting suffering at least one cyberattack in […]

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COPENHAGEN, Denmark, April 9, 2024 – Heimdal®, the world’s widest cybersecurity platform with 13 products, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest innovation, the Privileged Account and Session Management (PASM) solution.  Designed to elevate the security of privileged accounts, Heimdal’s PASM grants organizations the ability to meticulously monitor, record, and manage all privileged […]

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IAM and PAM refer to similar topics in the world of access management, and they’re often used interchangeably. However, it’s important to understand how and why they’re different and what that means for your wider cybersecurity strategy. If you want to find out more, you’re in the right place. In this blog, we discuss: The […]

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If you’re in the market for a remote monitoring and management (RMM) solution, it can be difficult to know where to start. With so many options on the market, it can be a real challenge to understand what features you need – and which solutions are best placed to fulfill them. As one of the […]

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What is Patch Tuesday, and why does it matter in our fight against cybersecurity threats? Simply, it’s when Microsoft systematically delivers security updates for its products on the second Tuesday of every month. This practice is pivotal for preventing cyber attacks by addressing known vulnerabilities promptly. Our article dissects the significance, process, and benefits of […]

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As an MSP, ensuring the security of your client’s businesses is paramount, and ConnectWise offers a dependable RMM solution for managing their IT operations. However, due to its complex user interface, which can hinder effective remote device management and less responsive support — you would need to look out for alternatives that offer a more […]

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While Datto is undoubtedly a powerful solution, it has certain limitations which can be frustrating for managed service providers. Let’s learn more about some of these limitations, and explore alternative solutions you should consider.  Reasons MSPs Are Looking for Datto Alternatives Datto is a data backup and recovery provider. They build hardware which sits in […]

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Understanding JIT Administration Just-in-time (JIT) administration is a privileged access management system practice for controlling how long certain privileges are active for an organization’s employees and close partners. This method works alongside a precise definition of what permissions are given (called Just Enough Admin, or JEA). Microsoft has been promoting this approach since 2014. In Server […]

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A reboot in the middle of my presentation? Good job, IT team, perfect timing, as always. As an MSP, you’ve certainly had to deal with those moments when a customer pushes back against a mandatory rebooting policy. You’re left wondering, “Why all the fuss over a basic maintenance procedure?”. Skipping out on those reboots is […]

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Access review is an important process for verifying and validating access rights in an organization’s IT environment. It ensures that permissions align with business needs, security policies, and regulatory requirements.  This article explains everything about access review — from definition to regulatory implications — and will work as a go-to resource for you to rely […]

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Since the earliest days of technology, hackers and cybersecurity professionals have been locked in a cat-and-mouse game, each inventing more innovative ways of outsmarting the other. In 2024, that resulted in an increasingly complex landscape of privileged threat vectors for organizations to defend against. This creates a key challenge for security teams. How do you […]

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​​What Is Just-In-Time Access? Just-in-Time Access is the process that grants employees privileged access to applications and systems for a limited time, on an as-needed basis. A good security plan means giving people and systems exactly the access they need to get their tasks done, and only for as long as they need it. While […]

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Improper user access review management can have huge consequences — including being the victim of data breaches. Following a clear protocol can improve your company’s cybersecurity posture. This article will provide you with an insightful view into how to conduct the user access review process, along with a checklist and user access review template to […]

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Demand for Identity and Access Management tools is booming. According to data website Statista, the market for this technology is set to reach over USD $43 billion by 2029 – almost triple the 2022 level.  Today, there are dozens of Identity and Access Management tools on the market. This can make choosing between providers very […]

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Over the last decade, the cloud has gone from being a radical, disruptive new technology to becoming the default setting for organizations of all shapes and sizes. The days of enterprises and heavily regulated companies citing security as the main barrier to cloud adoption are over. So have all the cloud security challenges been solved? […]

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Choosing between the different types of patch management solutions impacts the effort your IT team must make to keep the system safe. There’s no one-size-fits-all with patch management software, so you’ll need to evaluate your company’s profile first. Once you decide, look at this list of best patch management software. Key takeaways  Assess the company’s […]

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