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Google’s Present to Enterprise Gmail Users: End-to-End Encryption

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Image: Google All enterprise users of Gmail can now easily apply end-to-end encryption to their emails. Prior to today, this was a luxury reserved for big businesses with significant IT resources, but Google recognises that email attacks are on the rise across the board. Starting today, Gmail users can send end-to-end encrypted emails to others within their organisation; in the coming weeks, they will also be able to send encrypted emails to Gmail inboxes outside their organisation, with support for all email inboxes expected later this year. To get early access for E2EE emails in Gmail, fill out Google’s Pre-General Availability Test Application. How users and IT can use E2EE in Gmail Emails sent with Gmail’s end-to-end encryption are extremely secure because only the sender has control over the encryption key, which is stored outside of Google’s infrastructure. Users can click the padlock by the Bcc button and press Turn On under the Additional Encryption’ option to apply it. The security feature can be applied to emails sent to anyone, regardless of whether they are within …

Top Facial Recognition Software Vendors

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Best overall facial recognition software: Amazon Rekognition Best for KYC verification: BioID Best AI-powered ID verification for travel and border checks: Paravision Best for law enforcement use cases: Cognitec Best for AI developers using Java, .NET, C++ for facial recognition technology development: Luxand Best for transparent pricing for different business types: Kairos Best for small to mid-sized businesses: Sky Biometry Best for grocery store theft prevention: FaceFirst Best for skeleton detection: Face++ Best for flexible deployment options: Trueface Biometric security technologies such as facial recognition, are becoming more sophisticated due to the rise in cybersecurity threats. Facial recognition software employs artificial intelligence and machine learning to scan human faces and match them against existing biometric data to confirm if an individual should be granted access to an application, computer system, or environment. Here’s a look at the current top facial recognition software vendors, as well as use cases for the technology. Semperis Employees per Company Size Micro (0-49), Small (50-249), Medium (250-999), Large (1,000-4,999), Enterprise (5,000+) Small (50-249 Employees), Medium (250-999 Employees), Large (1,000-4,999 Employees), …

Apple Fights UK Over Encryption Backdoors as US Officials Warn of Privacy Violations

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Image: garloon/Envato Images Senior officials from the U.K. have privately met with their U.S. counterparts to clarify that their request for access to encrypted data in Apple’s iCloud is not a blanket demand; instead, they are seeking access solely to data linked to individuals already involved in crimes such as terrorism, according to Bloomberg. People familiar with the matter told the publication that the British officials emphasized separate warrants would be required for each access request, ensuring they are strictly tied to investigations into serious crime within the U.K. They denied seeking wide-ranging powers to access anyone’s data for any reason, particularly that of U.S. residents, a claim that has fueled controversy. Must-read Apple coverage Apple fights back, restricts encryption for UK users In February, it was reported that the U.K. had asked Apple for a way to access user information that was covered under Advanced Data Protection, an optional security layer introduced in 2022. The Home Secretary’s office invoked the Investigatory Powers Act of 2016, which grants law enforcement the authority to compel companies …

Google Announces Quantum-Safe Digital Signatures in Cloud KMS

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Google announced on Thursday the development of quantum-safe digital signatures (FIPS 204/FIPS 205) in Google Cloud Key Management Service (Cloud KMS) for software-based keys. This is available in preview. The search giant also provided a high-level view into its post-quantum strategy for Google Cloud encryption products, including Cloud KMS and the Cloud Hardware Security Module (Cloud HSM). More Google news & tips Mounting concern over public-key cryptography systems This is significant, the company said, because the security of many of the world’s most widely used public-key cryptography systems has increasingly become a concern as experimental quantum computing continues to advance. Large, cryptographically-relevant quantum computers have the potential to break these algorithms. However, post-quantum cryptography (PQC) can use existing hardware and software to mitigate these risks. New PQC standards from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) became available in August 2024, enabling tech vendors around the world to begin PQC migrations. “At Google, we take post-quantum computing risks seriously,’’ wrote Jennifer Fernick, a senior staff security engineer, and Andrew Foster, engineering manager of Cloud …

15 Months of Powerful Cyber Protection and Backup for Only $30

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TL;DR: Get the ultimate in cyber protection with a 15-month subscription to 50GB Norton 360 Deluxe PC Cloud Storage Backup for 5 Devices — now 71% off for a best-on-web price of $29.99. If you’ve been worrying about data security because strong cloud storage backup is either too expensive or offers too little space for your files, then worry no more. A 15-month subscription to 50GB Norton 360 Deluxe PC Cloud Storage Backup for 5 Devices is currently 71% off, available for a best-on-web price of $29.99, which is far cheaper than Amazon’s $89.99 offer for the same subscription. This all-in-one solution provides multiple layers of protection for your online privacy and devices. It requires no effort on your part. You download the program instantly, and your devices will be secure in mere minutes. Norton 360 Deluxe has all the features of Norton AntiVirus Plus and adds even more tools to protect you. This backup blocks hackers who could infect your devices with viruses and malware that could completely incapacitate them. It also prevents phishing …

UK Government Reportedly Demands Access to Encrypted iCloud Files

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The U.K.’s office of the Home Secretary has allegedly asked Apple to provide a backdoor into any material any user has uploaded to iCloud worldwide, The Washington Post reported on Feb. 7. Anonymous sources provided The Washington Post the information and expressed concerns about tech companies being leveraged for government surveillance. Apple has not commented; however, in March, the company provided a statement to Parliament on the occasion of receiving notice of a potential request, saying “There is no reason why the U.K. [government] should have the authority to decide for citizens of the world whether they can avail themselves of the proven security benefits that flow from end-to-end encryption.” Must-read security coverage UK government request falls under 2016 law enforcement act The office of the Home Secretary acted under the U.K. Investigatory Powers Act of 2016, which enables law enforcement to force companies to comply with demands for access if that access is part of a search for evidence. Specifically, the office served Apple with a technical capability notice. A consultant advising the U.S. …

Will Your Network Traffic Analysis Spot Today’s Threats?

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Network traffic analysis (NTA) is the practice of monitoring and interpreting the data flowing across your network to ensure performance, reliability, and security. Companies rely on a mix of tools — ranging from packet sniffers and flow analysis software to advanced NDR systems — to gain visibility into their network’s behavior. This guide explores the types of NTA solutions available, the key features that provide visibility and control over your network, and where related technologies like NDR tools fit into a modern, secure network strategy. But first, I want to start with a few red flags that tell you network traffic is hiding performance bottlenecks, sophisticated cyber threats, or both. Relying on yesterday’s tools can mean missing critical warning signs. 1 CloudTalk Employees per Company Size Micro (0-49), Small (50-249), Medium (250-999), Large (1,000-4,999), Enterprise (5,000+) Any Company Size Any Company Size Features 24/7 Customer Support, Call Management/Monitoring, Contact Center, and more Seven signs you should revamp network traffic analysis Ideally, network traffic analysis (NTA) gives administrators a clear, real-time view of how data moves …

Worried About VoIP Security and Encryption? We Aren’t

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Any modern business using a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone system knows that maintaining security is essential for confidentiality, customer trust, and regulation compliance. Industries like healthcare, for example, have strict regulations governing communications, and HIPAA-compliant VoIP providers offer security, privacy, and access management tools to help companies follow these regulations — even when employees access the network from far away places. Meanwhile, poor encryption and security can also affect your bottom line, as scammers and fraudsters will find ways to exploit weaknesses to commit VoIP fraud on unsecured phone systems. Toll fraud works by hijacking a company’s phone system to make artificial and high-volume long-distance calls. The owner of the system gets charged for these calls (often without noticing), and then fraudsters are given a share of the revenue from colluding carrier services. Along with toll fraud, there are many other vulnerabilities of VoIP systems — but if you are using one of the best business phone services, your vendor is going to take over the challenging parts of VoIP security and encryption. …

5 Signs You Need a Virtual Firewall to Secure Your Cloud

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As businesses increasingly shift to cloud-based and virtualized environments, traditional network security approaches — particularly firewalls — are falling short. Virtual firewalls, purpose-built for environments like public and private clouds or Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN), have emerged as a critical solution. Their ability to scale dynamically and integrate deeply with virtual infrastructure enables security tailored to the demands of modern, distributed networks. Unlike hardware firewalls, virtual firewalls excel in protecting east-west traffic within virtual networks, safeguarding sensitive data, and enforcing precise policies in multi-tenant environments. They offer an agile, cost-effective approach to cybersecurity, making them indispensable for securing complex, cloud-native architectures while adapting to the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. 1 CloudTalk Employees per Company Size Micro (0-49), Small (50-249), Medium (250-999), Large (1,000-4,999), Enterprise (5,000+) Any Company Size Any Company Size Features 24/7 Customer Support, Call Management/Monitoring, Contact Center, and more Virtual firewall vs physical appliance Physical firewalls are hardware-based devices positioned at the network’s edge. A virtual firewall is software-based and operates in virtualized environments, such as cloud infrastructures, VPN or SD-WAN. Unlike traditional …

When to Use Cloud Network Security (And When to Avoid It)

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From data storage to business applications and beyond, companies of all sizes rely on the cloud for day-to-day operations and critical business processes. Protecting cloud-based infrastructures with robust security standards is crucial for modern organizations. Cloud network security is a popular approach. But is it right for your business? Read on to find out. 1 CloudTalk Employees per Company Size Micro (0-49), Small (50-249), Medium (250-999), Large (1,000-4,999), Enterprise (5,000+) Any Company Size Any Company Size Features 24/7 Customer Support, Call Management/Monitoring, Contact Center, and more What is cloud network security? Cloud network security is a broad term that covers all security measures a company uses to protect its private cloud network, public cloud network, or hybrid cloud network. It includes everything from the technology used to internal policies, processes, and controls. It helps businesses defend against data breaches, cyber attacks, unauthorized access, service interruptions, and other threats to their infrastructure. Network security (regardless of how it’s implemented) is just one of the many security layers that businesses use to protect themselves from vulnerabilities. But …