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Hideez is Now a Microsoft-Compatible FIDO Security Key Vendor

Microsoft-approved FIDO2 security key vendor
We are thrilled to announce that Hideez Group Inc. has achieved the status of a Microsoft-approved FIDO2 security key provider, renowned for delivering a passwordless experience through the Hideez Key 4. This advanced key supports Bluetooth, NFC, and USB authentication and seamlessly integrates with all FIDO services.

Hideez Authentication Service is Now Available on AWS Marketplace!

<b>Hideez Authentication Service is Now Available on AWS Marketplace!</b>
We are delighted to announce the availability of Hideez Authentication Service as a Security solution in the AWS Marketplace! AWS Marketplace serves as a digital hub hosting thousands of software listings by independent vendors, simplifying the process of finding, evaluating, procuring, and deploying software compatible with Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Addressing Authentication Challenges in Medical Facilities With Innovative Healthcare Solutions

<b>Addressing Authentication Challenges in Medical Facilities With Innovative Healthcare Solutions</b>

In today's era of healthcare transformation, safeguarding patient data with utmost security and privacy has become an absolute imperative. At the heart of this quest lies the challenge of authentication – the process of verifying user identities to access sensitive information. This article investigates these authentication challenges and demonstrates the potential of passwordless authentication as an integrated healthcare solution.

Next-Gen Smart Card Authentication: How Does FIDO Authentication Enhance Traditional Smartcard Logins?

next-gen smartcard login
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the protection of sensitive information has become increasingly crucial. As traditional authentication methods struggle to keep pace with evolving threats, smart card authentication has emerged as a reliable solution, providing enhanced security for both individuals and organizations.

Mobile Authentication and App Authenticators: The Future of Passwordless Identity Management

What is app authenticator?
In today's digital world, securing sensitive information and protecting user privacy is of utmost importance. Cybersecurity threats are constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated, making it challenging for organizations to keep up with the latest security protocols. Passwords have been a long-standing method of securing data, but they are increasingly proving to be inadequate in the face of advanced threats such as phishingkeylogging, and brute force attacks.

Brute Force Attacker is Watching You! Preventing Brute Force Attacks

Brute Force Attackers
In today's digital landscape, cyber threats have become more sophisticated and pervasive than ever before. From phishing scams to ransomware attacks, businesses and organizations are under constant threat from hackers and cybercriminals seeking to steal valuable data, disrupt operations, and cause havoc.

Privacy Rule of HIPAA. What Are the HIPAA Security Rules and Privacy Rules?

Privacy Rule of HIPAA
Patient privacy and the confidentiality of patient data are paramount to healthcare providers. However, with the increase of electronic health records, unauthorized access and breaches of patient data are becoming more common. That's where the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) comes in.

The Problem of Cracked Passwords. How to Prevent Password Crack?

<b>The Problem of Cracked Passwords. How to Prevent Password Crack?</b>

Passwords have been widely adopted as the most effective way to protect valuable data from unauthorized access. They are simple and easy to use, but reliable enough to deter most hacking attempts. However, as technology has advanced over the years, the traditional security system of implementing passwords seems to be slowly falling behind. 

What is Password Management? Examples of Best Password Managers for Businesses and Individuals

<b>What is Password Management? Examples of Best Password Managers for Businesses and Individuals</b>

Passwords are a fundamental instrument for protecting our valuable information. It’s impossible to exist in the online world, let alone the business part of it, without using passwords. Now more than ever, healthy and responsible password management practices play a prominent role in our everyday lives. This is where password managers come in. 

How to Protect Files with Passwords? The Ultimite Guide

<b>How to Protect Files with Passwords? The Ultimite Guide</b>

Protecting your files is crucial, as you can never be too safe when safeguarding valuable data from unwanted intruders. Your password is the last line of defense between your data and those from whom you want to keep it private. This page aims to expand what we set out to do with the first one and deliver even more in-depth and targeted information on how to protect files with a password. 

Vishing Explained: What are Vishing and Smishing?

<b>Vishing Explained: What are Vishing and Smishing?</b>

When your phone rings and you see a number you’re not familiar with, you can’t tell who’s on the other side unless you answer. But, doing so might be opening the door to a scammer and putting yourself in danger of falling for a vishing scam. Unfortunately, most people aren’t familiar with how vishing works and exactly how dangerous it can be. 

SafetyDetectives: An Interview with Oleg Naumenko, CEO Hideez

<b>SafetyDetectives: An Interview with Oleg Naumenko, CEO Hideez</b>
SafetyDetectives spoke with Hideez founder and CEO Oleg Naumenko. He is currently in Ukraine and has volunteered to help the government improve its cybersecurity by upgrading the infrastructure, eliminating vulnerabilities, and integrating the new passwordless authentication standard for free. We also talked about Hideez, and he gave some tips for improving your cybersecurity.