Attribute-based access control (ABAC) is an authorisation model that evaluates attributes (or characteristics), rather than roles, to determine access. The purpose of ABAC is to protect objects such as data, network devices, and IT resources from unauthorised users and actions—those that don’t have “approved” characteristics as defined by an…

Magic links are a form of passwordless login. Instead of the user entering any login credentials to sign in, they are sent a URL with an embedded token via email, and sometimes via SMS. Once the user clicks that link to authenticate, they are redirected back to the application or system having successfully signed in—as if they used a “magic”…

“Best-of-breed technology” refers to the leading applications, systems, or software in a niche or category.  When organisations take a best-of-breed (or “best-in-breed technology”) approach to building their technology stack, it involves selecting various tools that serve specific purposes. Put another way, instead of purchasing a product suite…

We’re always talking about how every business has had to become a tech company in order to operate efficiently while delivering to customers worldwide. But what we don’t always talk about is that this shift puts a ton of pressure on developers, operations, and security teams. It’s up to developers to build the software that your internal and…

Flexibility is at the core of any enduring success story. Companies that want to stand out in their industries need to be able to adjust to changing landscapes and user demands. But many organisations miss market opportunities due to the size, complexity and limitations of their legacy platforms — in other words, their technical debt — and years…

If you’ve ever found yourself searching security questions like “how to secure my work computer” and “laptop security antivirus,” this article is for you. Here, we answer common company laptop security questions like: How do I keep my laptop secure in a public network? What is the best security system for my computer? Is my laptop password safe?…