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How to Lose a Fortune with Just One Bad Click

Krebs on Security

A scammer called using a real Google phone number to warn his Gmail account was being hacked, sent email security alerts directly from google.com, and ultimately seized control over the account by convincing him to click “yes” to a Google prompt on his mobile device.

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Bad Consumer Security Advice

Schneier on Security

There are lots of articles about there telling people how to better secure their computers and online accounts. To remain anonymous and secure on the Internet, invest in a Virtual Private Network account, but remember, the bad guys are very smart, so by the time this column runs, they may have figured out a way to hack into a VPN.

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Heard about the 16 billion passwords leak? Here are the facts and how to protect yourself

Zero Day

Close Home Tech Security Heard about the 16 billion passwords leak? Here's how to check if your accounts are at risk and what to do next. Also:   The best VPN services right now   Further, Cybernews blamed other media outlets for claiming that Facebook, Google, and Apple credentials were leaked.

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GUEST ESSAY: Consumers, institutions continue to shoulder burden for making mobile banking secure

The Last Watchdog

Here are some best practices that can help mitigate the risks associated with mobile banking: Users bests practices: •Use Strong Passwords and Biometrics : A strong password is crucial for protecting your account. Additionally, enabling biometric authentication (such as fingerprint or facial recognition) adds an extra layer of security.

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The first 24 hours After a cyber incident. A practical playbook 

Pen Test Partners

Preserve logs, including firewall and VPN activity. Lock down VPNs, disable remote desktop protocols (RDP), and restrict admin access. Reviewing and disabling compromised credentials Change passwords on affected accounts. Disable accounts you suspect are compromised until you can investigate.

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Keeper vs 1Password: Compare Password Managers

eSecurity Planet

And if you use the same password for all of your online accounts, you’re giving attackers access to a ton of information with very little work. Password managers , like Keeper and 1Password, make it easy for users to secure their online accounts without having to remember a different password for each of their accounts.

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Internet safety tips for kids and teens: A comprehensive guide for the modern parent

Malwarebytes

Whether you’re looking for a smartphone, a laptop, a gaming device or something else, or even just signing up for an account online, you want to make sure your kids are protected. Keep your online accounts secure. You need to put in as much friction as possible in order to protect your kids’ accounts.

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