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GUEST ESSAY: Stolen logons, brute force hacking get used the most to breach web, email servers

The Last Watchdog

Brute forcing passwords (10 percent) came in third. Poor password practices are responsible for most incidents involving web applications and data breaches since 2009. Password security may seem like a simple solution for a huge problem, but it may be difficult to successfully implement in practice. 2009 DBIR page 17) .

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RockYou2021: largest password compilation of all time leaked online with 8.4 billion entries

Security Affairs

RockYou2021, the largest password compilation of all time has been leaked on a popular hacker forum, it contains 8.4 billion entries of passwords. . What seems to be the largest password collection of all time has been leaked on a popular hacker forum. The same user also claims that the compilation contains 82 billion passwords.

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F-Secure to acquire Lookout Mobile Security

CyberSecurity Insiders

Lookout, which established itself in business in 2009, offers Mobile Endpoint Security solutions with millions of users and hundreds of millions in funding. Although the financial terms are yet to be disclosed on an official note, unconfirmed sources state that the deal is to be valued at $224 million, all in cash.

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Social Security Numbers leaked in ransomware attack on Ohio History Connection

Malwarebytes

During the attack, the cybercriminals may have had access to names, addresses, and Social Security Numbers (SSNs) of current and former OHC employees (from 2009 to 2023). Change your password. You can make a stolen password useless to thieves by changing it. Choose a strong password that you don't use for anything else.

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How To Protect Against A Phishing Attack And How To Counter Them

SiteLock

The.shtml file contained an iframe that loaded PHP from a legitimate site registered in 2009. Using strong, non-dictionary passwords. Never reusing those passwords. Using a password manager like LastPass , KeePass , etc. Gee, thanks, Kyle. Legitimate, but compromised. The iframe and file download.

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Phishers make a date with your calendar apps

Malwarebytes

Calendar to spam in 2009. As Bleeping Computer notes, a password manager with login functionality will help as the mismatch in URLs means login details will stay safely tucked away from harm’s reach. These tactics have been around for many years. What’s the latest in unwanted calendar spam messaging land?

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month Focuses on People

SecureWorld News

They are working from home, managing through the pandemic and looking for vaccination info. For Charlet, the 2009 Operation Aurora cyberattack on Google was a watershed moment for the company. Using strong passwords and a password manager. Criminals leverage all of it, exposing people to scams," he said.