Cybersecurity
What's the Difference Between 2FA and MFA?
Learn the differences between 2FA and MFA, and which is the best option to secure your network access.
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Catherine Chipeta
November 18, 2024
What Is Shadow IT? Risks, Benefits, and How to Manage It
Learn what shadow IT is, why it’s risky, and how to detect, assess, and manage it with automated discovery, risk scoring, policy controls, and playbooks.
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Catherine Chipeta
October 10, 2025
What is Double Extortion Ransomware? And How to Avoid It
A double extortion ransomware attack occurs when attackers threaten to further expose compromised data. Learn how to prevent these attacks.
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Axel Sukianto
November 13, 2025
What is Cache Poisoning?
Cache poisoning occurs when cybercriminals target Domain Name Systems cache with malicious intent. Learn more.
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Axel Sukianto
November 18, 2024
What is Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)? Also Learn How it Works
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is used to verify users’ identities and provide an additional layer of account security. Learn more.
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Catherine Chipeta
December 1, 2025
Will Cybersecurity Jobs Be Automated?
The answer is yes and no. While cybersecurity automation is necessary in today’s threat landscape, it won't currently replace the role of cyber experts.
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Catherine Chipeta
November 28, 2025
The Difference Between Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking
A quick explanation of the differences between cybersecurity and ethical hacking.
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Edward Kost
December 1, 2025
What is the Cyber Threat Landscape?
The threat landscape is the entire scope of potential and recognized cybersecurity threats affecting users, organizations, specific industries, or an era.
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Catherine Chipeta
July 2, 2025
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