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Strengthening Crypto Account Security: Beyond SMS 2FA

Security Boulevard

As Bitcoin Week kicks off in Miami today, we are reminded the rise of cryptocurrencies is revolutionizing the financial landscape and providing individuals with unprecedented control over their digital assets. The post Strengthening Crypto Account Security: Beyond SMS 2FA appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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LastPass: ‘Horse Gone Barn Bolted’ is Strong Password

Krebs on Security

Since then, a steady trickle of six-figure cryptocurrency heists targeting security-conscious people throughout the tech industry has led some security experts to conclude that crooks likely have succeeded at cracking open some of the stolen LastPass vaults. Nor was he ever forced to improve his master password.

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SEC X account hacked to hawk crypto-scams

Malwarebytes

We have seen several high-profile accounts that were taken over on X (formerly Twitter) only to be used for cryptocurrency related promotional activities, like expressing the approval of exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The latest victim in this line-up is the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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MailChimp breached, intruders conducted phishing attacks against crypto customers

Security Affairs

During the weekend, multiple owners of Trezor hardware cryptocurrency wallets reported having received fake data breach notifications from Trezor, BleepingComputer first reported. We also recommend two-factor authentication and other account security measures for our users as added measures to keep accounts and passwords secure.”

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Busting SIM Swappers and SIM Swap Myths

Krebs on Security

that has been tracking down individuals engaged in unauthorized “SIM swaps” — a complex form of mobile phone fraud that is often used to steal large amounts of cryptocurrencies and other items of value from victims. SIM swapping attacks primarily target individuals who are visibly active in the cryptocurrency space.

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Poloniex forces password reset following a data leak

Security Affairs

The Poloniex cryptocurrency exchange is forcing users to reset their passwords following a data leak. . Another bad news for the community of the virtual currencies communities, the Poloniex cryptocurrency exchange has forced its users to reset their passwords following a data leak. . This is a real email!

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A massive phishing campaign using QR codes targets the energy sector

Security Affairs

The content of the message attempt to trick the recipient into scanning the code to verify their account. “Email lures came in the form of updating account security surrounding 2FA, MFA, and general account security. The emails urge the recipient to complete the procedure in 2-3 days.