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What is token authorization? Token-based authentication is a protocol which allows users to verify their identity, and in return receive a unique access token. Once…
Does SAML use Kerberos? it does not really work via Kerberos and a SAML based solution is necessary. To use SAML in an Active Directory…
Is Opera Mini Secure? Connecting to webpages through Opera’s VPN (virtual private network) means that the data sent back and forth is encrypted and routed…
Should I disable UAC when I install desktop apps and turn it on afterward? Desktop apps that make lots of system changes can fail to…
Are email addresses encrypted? Most emails are encrypted during transmission, but they are stored in clear text, making them readable by third parties such as…
Why hard coded user credentials is insecure? Hardcoded passwords are particularly dangerous because they are easy targets for password guessing exploits, allowing hackers and malware…
Is setuid dangerous? setuid and setgid files are dangerous because they might give an unauthorized user root access, or at least access to run a…
What is an enterprise security plan? Enterprise security is the process by which an organization protects its information assets (data, servers, workstations, storage, networking, applications,…
What is contact form validation? A contact form is basically a set of fields (Name, email id, contact number, and question) on the webpage, Where…
Does SHA1 use salt? SHA-1 is a specific hashing function. Salting is added so identical passwords don’t always map to a single hash value. The…