Instead of going after software flaws or network weaknesses, attackers are targeting something much easier to steal: identity credentials. A new report from BeyondID calls this growing black market the identity economy, where usernames, passwords, tokens, and access rights are bought and sold much like items on a regular online marketplace. What do you believe will be the most significant AI-related identity security challenge in the next 12-18 months? (Source: BeyondID) For attackers, stolen credentials …

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Identity credentials are now the “currency of choice” for attackers, driving AI-powered phishing and harvesting, even as defenders turn to AI to shut it down BeyondID, a KeyData Cyber company, released a groundbreaking new report that reveals how identity credentials have become the primary currency of today’s cybercrime. The research details how identity credentials – […]

KeyData Cyber, a leading North American provider of end-to-end identity and access management (IAM) services, announced its acquisition of BeyondID, a leading AI-powered, Managed Identity Solutions Provider (MISP) with deep expertise in the Okta platform and identity-first zero trust solutions. This strategic acquisition brings together two identity leaders to form a pure-play powerhouse in total […]

Organizations most confident in their identity security are often the least prepared, according to a new report from BeyondID. The study reveals a troubling gap between what organizations believe about their identity security programs and how they actually behave. Surprisingly, those expressing the highest confidence are adopting fewer best practices than their more cautious peers. While 74% of IT decision-makers rate their identity posture as “Established” or “Advanced,” their security practices paint a different picture: …

In this Help Net Security video, Arun Shrestha, CEO of BeyondID, explains how AI agents, now embedded in daily operations, are often over-permissioned, under-monitored, and invisible to identity governance systems. With a special focus on the healthcare sector, Shrestha outlines the real-world risks, from HIPAA violations to compromised patient safety, and offers five actionable steps to manage non-human identities before they become your next breach.

In this Help Net Security interview, Arun Shrestha, CEO at BeyondID, discusses how AI is transforming secure access management for both attackers and defenders. He discusses the shift toward identity-first security, and the role of contextual and continuous authentication in neutralizing AI-driven intrusions. Shrestha also offers strategic guidance for CISOs managing the adoption of AI responsibly while maintaining security and compliance. We’re seeing both attackers and defenders leverage AI. From your vantage point, how has …

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Según un nuevo informe de BeyondID, las organizaciones que más confían en la seguridad de su identidad suelen ser las menos preparadas. El estudio revela una preocupante brecha entre lo que las organi...

Según un nuevo informe de BeyondID, las organizaciones que más confían en la seguridad de su identidad suelen ser las menos preparadas. El estudio revela una preocupante brecha entre lo que las organi...

KeyData Cyber introduces its innovative Identity Command Center, helping organizations effectively manage identity security risks in real time.

BeyondID and Nexera have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing enterprise AI deployments with robust security and compliance measures. This collaboration promises a seamless transition from AI strategy to operational use.

BeyondID reveals how stolen identity credentials fuel the cybercrime economy, urging organizations to adopt identity-first security strategies to combat this rising threat.

In a significant move, KeyData Cyber has acquired BeyondID to form a leading identity security entity, enhancing IAM services and technological expertise.

A recent BeyondID report uncovers alarming discrepancies between organizations' confidence in their identity security and their actual practices, highlighting critical vulnerabilities.

BeyondID's new report warns that AI agents pose a significant insider threat to organizations, stressing the need for improved security measures.