Identity Revive

Identity Revive is an expert-driven Substack focusing on cybersecurity, integrating technology into strategic frameworks, and exploring off-topic discussions on economics, climate change, and politics. It offers insights into best practices, architecture, and lessons learned in the cybersecurity domain while also addressing contemporary global issues.

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Passkeys, Phishing-Resistant MFA, and the Passwordless Revolution

38 implied HN points • 04 Feb 25
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Authentication User Experience Software Integration
  1. Passkeys use a public-private key system for logging in. This makes them safer than passwords because the private key never leaves your device, reducing the risk of hacking.
  2. Passkeys can sync across devices or stay on one device, offering flexibility for users. This means you can log in from different devices easily without needing to remember passwords.
  3. Major companies like Apple, Google, and Microsoft support passkeys, making them easy to use on different platforms. This helps create a passwordless future that's more secure and user-friendly.

Geopolitical Cyber Warfare

38 implied HN points • 26 Jan 25
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Cyber Warfare Espionage Nation-states
  1. Nation-state cyber attacks are on the rise, with groups like Silk Typhoon and Salt Typhoon targeting critical US infrastructure for espionage and data theft. These attacks show how vulnerable important systems can be.
  2. One effective way to defend against these cyber threats is by sticking to basic security practices. Simple steps can help protect against a wide range of attacks.
  3. Understanding how these threat groups operate is crucial, but often the tactics they use highlight the importance of following established cybersecurity protocols to minimize risks.
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Your SIEM Automation Framework

38 implied HN points • 21 Oct 23
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity
  1. Reduce costs, avoid hacks, and fines by automating your SIEM framework.
  2. Consult with Identity Revive to understand your requirements and automate logging and monitoring.
  3. Get value from Managed Service Providers by reducing ClickOps and charges.

DevSecOps Best Practices

38 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23
🕹 Technology DevOps Cybersecurity
  1. DevSecOps involves integrating security into the DevOps workflow
  2. DevSecOps promotes continuous security practices
  3. Having a single team manage both application and infrastructure is a key aspect of DevSecOps

Social Contract

38 implied HN points • 17 Aug 23
💼 Business Team Management Project management
  1. A social contract is like a signed agreement for your team or project.
  2. It outlines who you are, how you'll work, what you'll do and won't do, and what you stand for.
  3. Having a social contract can create clarity and alignment among team members.

A Smarter Way to Firewall: Microsegmentation

0 implied HN points • 12 Feb 25
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Networking Cloud Computing Data Privacy Compliance
  1. Microsegmentation helps control network traffic at a very detailed level, making it harder for attackers to move around after they breach a system. This means that if one part of the network is attacked, the damage can be contained more easily.
  2. It improves visibility of network activities, letting organizations see what is happening in their systems. This awareness helps quickly spot unusual behaviors that might indicate a security threat.
  3. Adopting microsegmentation supports Zero Trust principles by reducing unnecessary trust across the network. It ensures that only authorized users and applications can access sensitive resources, making it much harder for cybercriminals to exploit vulnerabilities.

Cyber and AI - what are the real risks?

0 implied HN points • 24 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Cybersecurity Social Engineering
  1. AI may be popular, but cybersecurity basics are crucial; focus on protecting against data loss and bot attacks.
  2. Be proactive in protecting your data by paying for AI services and implementing security measures like Attack Surface Management and bot protection.
  3. Prevent BEC and social engineering attacks by using email security tools, securing collaboration platforms, and focusing on training your staff against sophisticated scams.

Cyber security predictions for 2025

0 implied HN points • 19 Dec 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence Data Privacy Quantum Computing Automation
  1. AI will play a big role in both improving cyber defense and enabling attackers. It's changing how we detect threats and respond to them.
  2. Quantum computing poses a risk to current encryption methods, but there are already quantum-resistant solutions available that we should adopt to stay safe.
  3. The future might see a major shift away from traditional passwords. New options like biometrics and passkeys are becoming more popular and secure.

Engaging security and triage

0 implied HN points • 17 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Security Cybersecurity Engagement
  1. Engaging with business and IT for cyber security is crucial regardless of the team size - from large to small teams.
  2. Having a structured way to receive requests and engage with cyber security can help manage workload and prioritize tasks effectively.
  3. Implementing a questionnaire or form for cyber security engagement can streamline information collection, increase awareness of policies, and save time.