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SHARED INTEL: A foolproof consumer’s guide to creating and managing bulletproof passwords

The Last Watchdog

At ProtectNowLLC.com , we have a tool that has access to over 12 billion compromised records where you can search your username aka your email address to find out if your username and associated password have been compromised on a variety of breached accounts. Thankfully, there is an easy solution: use a password manager.

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Yet another European government is ditching Microsoft for Linux - here's why

Zero Day

One popular example is Munich, the capital of Bavaria, Germany, which moved away from  Windows to Linux  in 2004. Try one of these 8 Linux distros for free Some will say such moves are doomed to failure.

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Russia-linked Turla APT uses new TinyTurla-NG backdoor to spy on Polish NGOs

Security Affairs

The Turla APT group (aka Snake , Uroburos , Waterbug , Venomous Bear and KRYPTON ) has been active since at least 2004 targeting diplomatic and government organizations and private businesses in the Middle East, Asia, Europe, North and South America, and former Soviet bloc nations.

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How to Configure a Router to Use WPA2 in 7 Easy Steps

eSecurity Planet

And even though it’s been around since 2004, WPA2 remains the Wi-Fi security standard. The typical username and password for Wi-Fi routers is “admin” for both, but you may need to search online or contact your ISP if that doesn’t work.

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Author Q&A: Former privacy officer urges leaders to prioritize security as part of cloud migration

The Last Watchdog

Cyber threats have steadily intensified each year since I began writing about privacy and cybersecurity for USA TODAY in 2004. LW: You discuss password management and MFA; how big a bang for the buck is adopting best practices in these areas? Riccardi: Basic cyber hygiene is 90 percent of what cybersecurity is all about.

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IAM and Passkeys: 4 Steps Towards a Passwordless Future

Security Boulevard

And despite relentless efforts to advocate for improved password practices (Bill Gates declared the death of passwords back in 2004), the uphill battle against ingrained habits and the allure of convenience continues. Understanding this struggle, password managers were introduced.

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IAM and Passkeys: 4 Steps Towards a Passwordless Future

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

And despite relentless efforts to advocate for improved password practices (Bill Gates declared the death of passwords back in 2004), the uphill battle against ingrained habits and the allure of convenience continues. Understanding this struggle, password managers were introduced.