security

Today, the White House released its Executive Order on Strengthening and Promoting Innovation in the Nation’s Cybersecurity. In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, the executive order aims to strengthen and promote innovation in cybersecurity while promoting the safety and resilience of the digital tools agencies rely on. We are…

As you look ahead to 2025, we’re proud to offer last year’s progress as a practical guide for organizations aiming to proactively address Identity security challenges, implement innovations, and build resilience against evolving threats. When we introduced the Okta Secure Identity Commitment in early 2024, we formalized our mission to lead in the…

A new year is here, and with it come new resolutions, possibilities, and — regrettably — threats.  No, threat actors won’t just change their ways with the flip of the calendar. Instead, they’ll double down on what’s been working and experiment with new ways of evading detection and exploiting vulnerabilities.  While we can’t anticipate every…

In today’s rapidly expanding digital landscape, managing and securing access to sensitive data is increasingly crucial and complex. Identity-related vulnerabilities continue to be a leading cause of security incidents, with over 77% of breaches linked to Identity issues.  While organizations continue adopting more sophisticated SaaS applications…

Chief information officers, directors, and other security leaders must walk a fine line between protecting data and ensuring authorized users have seamless access to tools and services. Their Identity and authentication strategies are responsible for proactively mitigating and remediating threats in a way that protects users’ trust. However,…

Each month, we’ll highlight one of the founders of Okta Ventures’ portfolio companies. You’ll get to know more about them and learn how they work with Okta. This month, we’re speaking with Itamar Golan of Prompt Security. What is Prompt Security and what is your mission? Prompt Security is a platform that helps enterprises adopt generative AI …

Charlotte Wylie, SVP and Deputy Chief Security Officer at Okta, leads Okta’s technical cybersecurity services. This includes overseeing Okta’s global engineering teams to enhance the company’s security postures and programs that support its over 19,000 customers.  Charlotte has an extensive background in the delivery of security transformation…

This is the second in our blog series on trust/security and human rights. You can find our first blog here. Identity is the connection between people and technology, and it’s the front door to all digital interactions. As the threats we face evolve, Identity has become increasingly important to our communities and workplaces. Cybercriminals are…

State and local government agencies continually seek more cost-effective solutions to protect their sensitive data and improve the user experience of the residents they serve. One essential component in that equation is the increasing need for centrally managed Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) tools, says Okta’s first Public Sector…

In a little over a year, generative AI has shapeshifted from fringe concept to must-have for many companies. According to McKinsey, 65% of organizations regularly use the technology in at least one function in 2024, a proportion that had doubled since its previous survey just 10 months prior. It’s no surprise, given AI’s attractive efficiency and…