Articles by Oleg Naumenko
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Authentication Protocols: Types, Examples and Use CasesAuthentication protocols decide how credentials are exchanged and trust is established across your network. This guide explains FIDO2/WebAuthn, SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0/OIDC, Kerberos, TOTP, RADIUS and...Read more
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Shared Device Workforce Authentication: A FIDO2-First Playbook for Frontline TeamsFrontline workers sharing tablets, kiosks, and workstations face authentication risks that traditional MFA cannot solve. This playbook covers FIDO2-first architecture for shared device environments — from...Read more
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Proximity Authentication Explained: Protocols, Security Model, and Enterprise Deployment GuideProximity authentication replaces passwords by verifying the physical presence of a paired hardware key or device near a workstation — and locks the session automatically when...Read more
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NFC Authentication Guide: FIDO2, IAM & Zero Trust | HideezNFC authentication turns a single tap of a FIDO2 security key into phishing-resistant MFA for workstations, mobile devices and shared terminals. This guide explains how NFC...Read more
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Healthcare Identity and Access Management: The Complete Blueprint for HIPAA-Ready, Phishing-Resistant Hospital AccessHealthcare IAM governs every clinical identity from attending physicians to agency nurses on shared workstations. This guide maps HIPAA §164.312 controls to concrete FIDO2 authentication architecture,...Read more
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Bluetooth Authentication Explained: Protocols, Risks, and Enterprise Deployment for Passwordless AccessBluetooth authentication covers two distinct problems: device-level pairing security and user identity verification over BLE. This guide explains SSP modes, CBAP, real-world attacks (KNOB, BLURtooth), and...Read more
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Phishing Resistant MFA in 2026: A Pragmatic Deployment Guide for European Enterprises and Mid-Market CISOsPhishing-resistant MFA — defined by CISA as FIDO2/WebAuthn or PKI only — is the only mechanism that blocks AiTM proxy attacks, push fatigue exploits, and helpdesk...Read more
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Credential Rotation: A Pragmatic Guide From Manual Cycles to Passwordless ArchitectureCredential rotation is a critical but transitional control that shrinks the window of exposure for stolen secrets. This guide walks mid-market security teams through a 90-day...Read more
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What Is FIDO2 and How Does It Work? FIDO Authentication ExplainedLogging into a website or service using the traditional username and password combination isn’t the best or safest way of going about it anymore. As cybercriminals...Read more
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Phishing Defined: What Does Phished Mean? Spear Phishing vs PhishingEven if you aren’t very much into cybersecurity and are not particularly tech-savvy, you’ve probably heard about the term phishing. But, do you know how it...Read more
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Cybersecurity: Learn how to Protect Your Business from Digital ThreatsCyber threats are evolving rapidly, making cybersecurity more crucial than ever. With businesses facing increasing risks like phishing, ransomware, and insider attacks, protecting sensitive data is...Read more
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What Is a Passkey and How Does It Work?Passkeys offer an innovative approach, eliminating many of the vulnerabilities associated with passwords while enhancing user convenience. This shift marks a significant step forward in securing...Read more
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Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) EU RegulationsDORA is short for the Digital Operational Resilience Act which is an important regulation established by the European Union to improve cybersecurity and operational resilience in...Read more
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How to Secure My Passwords? Best Tips for Password SecurityRecently, over half a million login credentials belonging to users of a popular VPN service have been collected by hackers. Nothing but the attacker’s moniker “Orange”...Read more
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What Is 2FA? How to Choose the Most Secure Two-Factor Authentication MethodA growing body of research suggests that certain types of 2FA, like SMS-based methods, are increasingly at risk from modern attack vectors. This begs the question: are all...Read more
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What Is Proximity Login? Complete Guide to Proximity Authentication and MFAEven today, we still primarily rely on traditional methods of authentication based on a username/password combination. However, not only is this method impractical the more passwords...Read more
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What Is Corporate Security? Top Tips and SolutionsAlthough absolutely critical for all organizations, corporate security is, unfortunately, often misunderstood. Although the perception around it is slowly but surely changing, many businesses still see...Read more
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Elevating Security: Hideez and Ekran System Join Forces for Advanced Endpoint Identity ManagementHideez is delighted to announce a strategic partnership with Ekran System, a leading provider of insider risk management solutions. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in enhancing...Read more
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Hideez Authentication Service is Now Available on AWS Marketplace!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...Read more
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Brute Force Attacker is Watching You! Preventing Brute Force AttacksIn 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...Read more
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The Problem of Cracked Passwords. How to Prevent Password Crack?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...Read more
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Password Managers in 2026: A full guide with examplesPasswords 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...Read more
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What is Virtual Desktop? Virtual Desktop on Windows 10A VDI (Virtual Desktop Interface) can be a valuable tool that lets you maintain productivity and quality of work by allowing you access to a system...Read more
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What's Identity Theft? Identity Theft Consequences & Ways to PreventIdentity theft is any crime in which the attacker gets a hold of another person’s data and uses the victim’s identity to commit fraud. For example,...Read more
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What is Keylogging? Tips on How to Detect and Prevent KeyloggingKeyloggers are notorious for their ability to collect all of your personal data without you even noticing it. They work quietly in the background, monitoring every...Read more
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Point of Sale Authorization: How to Avoid POS Security Issues?Nowadays, every reputable retailer, no matter their size, should use a POS system. Point of sale authorization makes every business more streamlined, is cost-effective, and brings...Read more
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How Does Tap And Go Technology Work? Hideez Tap and Go DevicesWhen talking about this technology, the simple tap and go meaning refers to contactless payments. Instead of the traditional way of paying for things by swiping...Read more
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The New FIDO UX Guidelines & FIDO2 EnhancementsThe FIDO Alliance recently made a significant move towards a passwordless world, announcing new FIDO2 standards and its first user experience (UX) guidelines. The latter is a...Read more
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NIST Password Guidelines. Password Policy Best PracticesSince 2014, the National Institute of Standards and Technology has issued guidelines, recommendations, and controls for identity authentication, including optimal password policy practices. The NIST password guidelines cover...Read more
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Wireless Electronic Signature “Almaz-1K”: convenience and safety in your pocketHideez Group, together with the Institute of Information Technologies JSC, presented a new tool for secure data storage - the Almaz-1K electronic key, which supports Bluetooth...Read more
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Secure Remote Work during a Pandemic. Best Authentication TipsThere’s a dramatic increase in phishing and other breach attempts as cybercriminals are increasingly seeking to profit off the coronavirus panic. How do you protect your...Read more
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Multi-factor Authentication: Why is a Separate Wearable Device Better Than Your Smartphone?In the United States, about 19% of the adult population has experienced identity theft. Over 60 million Americans have had their online identity exposed by hacks of the...Read more
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What is Zero Trust Security? Successful Zero Trust ImplementationZero Trust architecture has experienced a meteoric rise over the past couple of years, and it became a go-to choice for many organizations looking for a...Read more
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What is Phishing? Phishing Types and Tips for PreventionPhishing means deceitful use of electronic communication services to defraud online users. Phishing emails are created with one sinister purpose in mind – to deceive the user and get a...Read more
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How to Use Hideez Key's RFID ModuleHideez Key can serve as an electronic key for home, office or gym. Using the RFID features does not require any additional software. Hideez Key is...Read more
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Hideez Enterprise Server Receives CITRIX READY VerificationHideez Authentication Server was approved as Citrix® Ready™ and is now trusted to enhance Citrix Application Delivery Controller™ (ADC). Our team has completed a rigorous verification...Read more
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Hideez Last Mile Authentication Solution Now Available on the CyberArk MarketplaceHideez is excited to announce the availability of a Hideez Key integration with CyberArk that provides an added layer of hardware protection on the last mile. CyberArk is...Read more
