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How to Create Users in Linux with useradd (Step-by-Step)

Setting permissions, revoking access, and performing other user management duties in Linux can improve your system's security and organization,

How to Change User or Root Password in Linux (Command Guide)

Explore our in-depth guide on how to change and edit passwords in Linux using various commands and tools. Also, learn some advanced Linux password

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How to Extract or Unzip .tar.gz Files in Linux (With Examples)

A .tar.gz file is a compressed archive file format that combines the tar and gzip formats. These files are popular among system administrators, developers, and regular computer users for archiving and compression. You might need to extract or unzip .tar.gz files if you're transferring big datasets or distributing software with Linux, the third-most popular desktop operating system in the world.

Securing Network Devices with StrongDM's Zero Trust PAM Platform

Let’s talk about the unsung heroes of your on-premises infrastructure: network devices. These are the routers, switches, and firewalls that everyone forgets about…and takes for granted—until something breaks. And when one of those somethings breaks, it leads to some pretty bad stuff. If your network goes down, that’s bad, bad, bad for business. But if those devices lack the necessary security, well, that can leave you exposed in an incredibly dangerous way.

What Is Zero Trust for the Cloud? (And Why It's Important)

Zero Trust cloud security is a cybersecurity model that operates on the principle that no user, device, system, or action should be trusted by default — even if it's inside your organization’s own network. This approach minimizes the risk of breaches and other cyber threats by limiting access to sensitive information and resources based on user roles, device security posture, and contextual factors.

Incident Response Plan: Your 7-Step Process

If organizations hope to minimize their exposure to attacks and mitigate any damage done by a threat, they must have a comprehensive incident response plan. An effective plan will detect, contain, and enable rapid recovery from security breaches, preserving your business continuity and operability. We've outlined seven incident response steps for you to follow so you can be prepared for a threat.

How to Prevent Password Sharing in Healthcare (8 Ways)

Protecting sensitive patient data in healthcare isn't just a priority—it's a legal and ethical obligation. However, one of the most overlooked security gaps that healthcare organizations face is the practice of password sharing among employees. This seemingly harmless habit can quickly lead to unauthorized access and serious data breaches, putting both the organization and patients at risk. While often seen as a convenient shortcut, password sharing undermines the security of protected health

HIPAA Omnibus Rule: Everything You Need to Know

The HIPAA Omnibus Rule strengthens privacy and security protections for patient health information, extends liability to business associates, and increases penalties for non-compliance.

New Navigation, UX, and UI Enhancements for StrongDM Platform

Security and operations teams place their faith in solutions that help them meet compliance requirements and protect their environments from threats and data breaches. However, in the pursuit of their security goals, many solutions overlook a critical aspect of problem solving — the user experience (UX) of the solution, particularly for the admins and engineers who use them daily.

15 Kubernetes Security Best Practices in 2025

Kubernetes (K8S) has revolutionized software development, but managing such a complex system with numerous components can be challenging. Fortunately, there are several best practices your team can adopt to secure your K8S environment and reduce your attack surface. By implementing these Kubernetes ...

What Is Privileged Identity Management (PIM)? 7 Best Practices

Privileged Identity Management (PIM) is a complex cybersecurity approach. But it’s the only proven method you can use to lock down access and protect your precious resources. It can help you keep cybercriminals out and ensure that even your trusted users can’t accidentally—or intentionally—jeopardize your system’s security.

What Is Zero Trust Data Protection?

Zero Trust Data Protection isn't just the best way to safeguard your data — given today's advanced threat landscape, it's the only way. Assuming inherent trust just because an access request is inside your network is just asking for a breach. By implementing the latest tactics in authentication, network segmentation, encryption, access controls, and continuous monitoring, ZT data security takes the opposite approach.

Kubectl Cheat Sheet - Kubernetes Commands (Basic to Advanced)

Kubernetes is a popular tool for managing synchronized groups, or clusters, of computers. Users employ it to configure and deploy applications in parallel across clusters on your networks. The kubectl command line tool in Kubernetes lets you send instructions to and receive information from your clusters. This kubectl cheat sheet is a quick guide to getting started with kubectl, including installation, configuration, key commands, and efficiency tips.

5 Types of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Explained

With so many advanced cyber attackers lurking on the threat landscape, a simple password is no longer enough to safeguard your sensitive data. There are many reasons to adopt MFA for your business. It supplements your security by requiring additional information from users upon their access requests—and it significantly reduces your risk of incurring a breach. Several multi-factor authentication methods are available, with varying strengths and weaknesses. Be sure to compare the differences

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