Zero Trust

As the leading independent Identity provider, Okta has successfully established Identity as a strategic security control plane by effectively working with ecosystem vendors in the spirit of Zero Trust. This approach has allowed us to provide the blueprint for Zero Trust transformation through end-to-end, context-aware security. It also helps…

In an era of increasingly sophisticated cyberthreats, organizations must operate on the premise that no user or device should be trusted by default. Every login attempt must be rigorously validated, including the secure state of the device requesting access. One of the cornerstones of Zero Trust is understanding the context of devices and…

The modern workplace is evolving at an unprecedented pace. With the rise of digital work and the widespread adoption of hybrid work models, the traditional concept of relying on a secure network perimeter has rapidly diminished.  Employees are no longer confined to the office. They can access corporate resources from anywhere, at any time, and…

Security often gets a bad rap for slowing down productivity and hampering user experience (UX). At Okta, we know this couldn't be further from the truth. Today's CISOs are deeply committed to creating frictionless experiences for employees and customers, and we recently spoke with two of them to get their take on balancing these crucial business…

There’s never been a better time to upgrade to Okta Identity Engine (OIE). The self-service upgrade process has matured and helps ensure your org's upgrade will be successful. In fact, most upgrades take only a few minutes to complete. Already on OIE? Skip ahead to No. 3  “Leverage OIE” to learn how you can strengthen your security posture. Why…

In literary terms, a quest is described as “an adventurous journey” taken on by a story’s main character. This journey often brings challenges, but by the end, the main character gains enhanced knowledge and experience.  What does a literary device have to do with Identity? Implementing and growing your Identity practice is no different from a…

Okta, CrowdStrike, and Zscaler have joined forces to deliver an integrated, best-of-breed Zero Trust solution that provides the cross-domain and context-driven security needed to withstand today’s threats. Beyond the Perimeter 2024, a virtual event being held on April 9, 10, and 11, provides the opportunity for you to join experts from these three…

Earlier today, Okta CEO Todd McKinnon sent the following email to Okta employees.  Hi Everyone, Last month Okta celebrated its 15th birthday. As I’ve reflected on this milestone, I’m incredibly proud of the progress we’ve made together and the strides we’ve taken to establish Okta as an iconic company. We power every Identity use case, we support…

The cybersecurity landscape is constantly evolving, demanding flexible and collaborative solutions. That's why Okta is proud to be at the forefront of the Shared Signals Framework (SSF), an emerging standard enabling seamless security data exchange between different vendors. Okta will successfully showcase its SSF and Continuous Access Evaluation…

A strong access management solution must be built on a strong MFA foundation that includes multiple security factors that amplify one another to ensure a high security assurance level. From cyber insurance providers to standards-setting organizations such as NIST, security experts recommend implementing MFA wherever possible. And, when considering…