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Kubernetes Secrets: Create, Manage, and Secure k8s Secrets

In this article, we explore everything you need to know about Kubernetes Secrets and how to manage sensitive information in your Kubernetes clusters.

How To List Users in PostgreSQL (psql command & GUI tools)

Up to 80% of data breaches in the U.S. start with unauthorized access. Without insights into who’s accessing your database, their login privileges,

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How To Delete/Remove Users in Linux (userdel, deluser & Manually)

As a system administrator, a time will come when you’ll need to delete or remove users in your organization’s Linux system. It could be due to security reasons, routine account management, or organizational changes that require you to remove inactive accounts or offboard employees. Whatever the reason, it's important to do this properly to avoid problems like broken processes, orphaned files, and security vulnerabilities.

Top 9 Cloud Databases for 2025 (Free & Paid)

This guide breaks down the top cloud database solutions reshaping how organizations store, manage, and scale data. From relational databases to NoSQL options, we’ll cover what matters most when choosing the right solution for your needs. By the end, you’ll understand how modern cloud databases drive scalability and performance—and which one is the best fit for your organization.

How to Add a User to Sudoers & Sudo Group in Ubuntu Securely

Security best practices recommend that you manage privileged access for Linux distributions like Ubuntu, just as with any other operating system. That’s why most Linux systems have the root user or superuser and regular users. At some point, you may need to elevate a regular user’s privileges so they can execute root-level tasks, such as modifying system configurations and settings. In this case, leveraging sudo can be helpful.

NIST Password Guidelines: 2025 Updates & Best Practices

The latest updates in NIST Special Publication shift focus from complexity to usability. Key changes include: 1. Prioritizing password length over complexity. 2. Mandating compromised credential screening. 3. Encouraging passwordless authentication methods. 4. Eliminating forced password resets unless compromise is suspected.

Falling Out of Love with Your PAM Solution?

StrongDM fixes what legacy PAM vendors get wrong. Before you start swiping for a better solution, see why security teams are breaking up with their old PAM—and how StrongDM is helping them fall in love with security again.

CyberArk Privileged Access Management: 5 Critical Questions to Ask

Both StrongDM and CyberArk are privileged access management solutions to provide secure access to backend infrastructure. While there are many similarities between the two solutions, there are also some key differences.

The Hidden Costs of Legacy PAM: It’s More Than You Think

At first glance, legacy PAM tools might seem like a safe bet. They’re familiar and established, and they’ve been getting you from here to there for years. But take a look under the hood, and you’ll see that they’re quietly draining your resources.

StrongDM FAQs: Answering Your Most Common Questions

Managing secure access to infrastructure shouldn’t be a headache—but for most organizations, it is. That’s where StrongDM comes in. We replace clunky, outdated access solutions with a frictionless, Zero Trust approach that actually makes life easier for IT, DevOps, and security teams. In this FAQ blog post, we’re cutting through the noise to answer the most common questions about StrongDM—what it is, how it works, and why it’s the go-to platform for secure, scalable access.

How to Delete a Postgres User (dropuser & DROP USER)

When working with or administering a database, you'll need to delete, remove, or drop users at some point. This might seem like a routine task, but dropping unnecessary or old users is crucial for maintaining database security. This helps remove access points for malicious actors — both in-house and external — so only authorized individuals can perform operations on it.

The State of Zero Trust Security in the Cloud Report by StrongDM

As enterprises increasingly migrate workloads to the cloud, security strategies must adapt to meet evolving threats. Zero Trust, emphasizing identity verification and least privilege access, has become a critical framework for securing cloud environments. StrongDM’s recent survey of 600 cybersecurity professionals sheds light on the progress and challenges organizations face in adopting Zero Trust for the cloud.

15 Cybersecurity Regulations for Financial Services in 2025

In this guide, we’ll cover the 15 most important cybersecurity regulations for financial services providers. We’ll show exactly which ones—from GDPR and PCI DSS to MAS TRM, CBEST, and others—apply to your organization, and explain, in plain in English, what they are, how they impact your business, and how you can initiate a path for compliance.

HIPAA Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Requirements in 2025

The HIPAA Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) requirement is a security measure that requires users to verify their identity using at least two different factors—such as something they know (a password), something they have (a smartphone or token), or something they are (a fingerprint)—to access systems containing electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI). This additional layer of security is designed to protect sensitive healthcare data from unauthorized access, even if one credential is

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