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Welcome to Era of Dynamic Access | March 2023

Increase admin productivity with added insights, plus – more secret store integrations. New this month at StrongDM.

CISA Zero Trust Maturity Model (TL;DR Version)

In the 1990s, the TV series “The X-Files” made the phrase “Trust No One” popular. Now, with cybercrime increasing at an alarming rate, “trust no one”

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SD-WAN vs. VPN: All You Need to Know

Networking decisions can be challenging, and no one wants to make a costly mistake. The information in this article will help you understand how SD-WAN and VPN compare, so you can decide which option fits your organization best. You can find a networking solution that provides your employees with a secure internet connection while meeting your business needs and budget.

What is Cloud Scalability? Examples, Benefits, and More

Cloud computing isn’t a trend, it’s how businesses grow. In 2022, most enterprises said they use cloud services, and more than half say they plan to spend even more on cloud applications and infrastructure in 2023. Cloud scalability offers flexibility at a reasonable price, making it an important business tool. In this article we’ll discuss what scalability is in cloud computing, the benefits of cloud computing scalability, and discuss ways businesses use scalability.

What is API Security? 11 Best Practices to Know

At any given moment, your network may be under attack. Are you prepared? Broken API authentication can expose your data and let hackers in. A data breach compromises an organization as well as its customers, destroying trust and losing customers. Don’t worry, though. The API security best practices in this article help you protect your network from malicious attacks.

DoD Zero Trust Strategy Explained (TL;DR Version)

On the heels of President Joe Biden’s Executive Order (EO) 14028, the memo recommending Zero Trust Architecture to protect US government computers, the US Department of Defense (DoD) issued its own Department of Defense Zero Trust Strategy. Published in October 2022, the DoD Zero Trust Strategy addresses the rapid growth of cyber threats and the need for an enhanced cybersecurity framework.

StrongDM Company Update: Letter from CEO to Staff

The following letter was sent to StrongDM staff on Feb 23, 2023 from StrongDM CEO, Tim Prendergast.

What’s New at StrongDM | February 2023

Increase admin productivity with added insights, plus – more secret store integrations. New this month at StrongDM.

Alternatives to AWS Secrets Manager

AWS Secrets Manager is a popular and highly intuitive secrets management tool that lets organizations automate secrets rotation processes and securely store, manage, and audit IT credentials. However, certain AWS Secrets Manager alternatives are available if you are looking to avoid getting tied down exclusively to AWS products or prioritize efficient user onboarding. In this product comparison guide, we evaluate AWS Secrets Manager competitors that can fill in some of its product gaps.

Alternatives to Azure Key Vault

Microsoft Azure Key Vault is a cryptographic and secrets management solution for storing encryption keys, certificates, and passwords. While known for its interface simplicity and robust security, users should look to Azure Key Vault alternatives if they prioritize employee onboarding automation or need quick and easy implementation. This article evaluates Azure Key Vault competitors regarding security features, pricing, and usability to identify the best alternative options.

Alternatives to Google Cloud Secret Manager

Google Cloud Secret Manager is an intuitive platform for managing API keys, user passwords, digital certificates, and other sensitive data and administering access control policies for business resources. While cost-friendly and reliable for securing Google Cloud applications, you should look to other Google Cloud Secret Manager competitors if you manage complex infrastructure and need multiple integrations.

Zero Trust vs. SASE: Everything You Need to Know

Concerned about providing secure access to the data and tools employees need to do their jobs in a cloud or hybrid environment? Don’t worry. Solid strategies exist for protecting distributed resources. Zero Trust and SASE are two architectural approaches that provide strong security in today’s cloud-first world. The information in this article will help you decide which strategy works best for your business. Robust cloud security is attainable.

Token-based Authentication: Everything You Need to Know

Secured authentication to databases and applications is crucial to enterprise cybersecurity management. Unfortunately, 82% of all breaches involve human error, including misused or compromised credentials that give threat actors unauthorized access to network resources. Luckily, there’s a solution that ensures security without the risks that come with traditional, credential-based authentication. This article discusses token-based authentication and explains why it's a reliable and flexible

Service Accounts: Definition, Best Practices, Security, and More

Is your organization overwhelmed by rampant service account sprawl? Rest assured, you can regain control. Modern Privileged Account Management (PAM) tools and practices empower you to overcome the challenges of unchecked service accounts. The information in this article will help you understand the meaning of service accounts, so you can manage your organization’s service accounts more effectively and mitigate their risks. Robust security is attainable for all your privileged accounts.

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Welcome to Era of Dynamic Access | March 2023

CISA Zero Trust Maturity Model (TL;DR Version)

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