Malwarebytes

JANUARY 10, 2024

With this control they can intercept messages, two-factor authentication (2FA) codes, and eventually reset passwords of the account the number has control over. Although apparently the SEC did not have 2FA enabled for its X account! X offers other options like an authentication app and a security key.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

Risk Level. Phishing and poor password practices. Once they were in that employee’s account, they accessed Outlook emails, Teams chats, and server directories before locating the password to IHG’s internal password vault - “Qwerty1234” - which was apparently available to more than 200,000 employees.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

JANUARY 24, 2022

Category Cybersecurity Fundamentals Risk Level. What is Multi-factor Authentication (MFA)?” Today, many people when they sign up for a new account for an internet-based service are asked to pick a password to help secure their account from unauthorized access. Let’s dive in! That is where MFA comes in.

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Google Security

MAY 11, 2022

Posted by Daniel Margolis, Software Engineer, Google Account Security Team Every year, security technologies improve: browsers get better , encryption becomes ubiquitous on the Web , authentication becomes stronger. As phishing adoption has grown, multi-factor authentication has become a particular focus for attackers.

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Schneier on Security

DECEMBER 4, 2018

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. I get that unsecured Wi-Fi is a risk, but does anyone actually follow this advice? Yes to the first part.

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Identity IQ

JULY 3, 2023

Account misuse can result in alarming repercussions, including privacy breaches, financial losses, and identity theft. In this blog, we share guidance on how to detect and respond to account misuse so you can mitigate the risks associated with it. This could be a sign that someone is trying to gain access to your account.

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NetSpi Technical

JANUARY 18, 2024

While TOTP was once an advancement in authorizing secure access, today it’s become a dated security measure that allows persistent threat actors to find exploitable gaps. In this article we’ll explore security risks of TOTP and an alternative 2FA method to increase security. I had just sent 100 TOTP attempts.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 26, 2022

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) charged Twitter with a $150 million penalty for " deceptively using account security data for targeted advertising.". Twitter, like many other social media websites, asks users to provide their phone number and email address to better protect their account.

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Hot for Security

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Although remote education provides continuous learning outside physical classrooms, parents need to be aware of the potential issues and risks associated with the increased use of digital tools and second-hand devices issued by school districts. This may include passwords, browsing history, photos, documents and Wi-Fi codes.

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Security Affairs

JULY 18, 2021

Good news for the owners of Instagram accounts that may have been compromised, the company launched a new feature named ‘ Security Checkup ‘ feature that aims to keep accounts safe and help users to recover them. Instagram also recommends users enable two-factor authentication to protect their accounts.

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The Security Ledger

DECEMBER 29, 2019

We give you seven simple steps to level up your password and account security. A good friend e-mailed me recently with the subject line “security stuff.” Imagining the Future of Authentication. ” I knew what was coming: questions about how to. Read the whole entry. »

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Category Awareness, Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Guides Risk Level Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, AHOY! Try these tips for securing the digital treasure trove that is your social media presence. However, with the increasing number of cyber threats lurking in the digital realm, protecting your social media accounts has become paramount.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Category Awareness, Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Guides Risk Level Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, AHOY! Try these tips for securing the digital treasure trove that is your social media presence. However, with the increasing number of cyber threats lurking in the digital realm, protecting your social media accounts has become paramount.

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The Security Ledger

JUNE 19, 2019

Also: we continue our series on life after passwords as we speak with Nick Buchanan, CTO of Armor Scientific joins us to talk about the imminent demise of the password and what might replace it. » Related Stories Podcast Episode 142: On Supply Chains Diamond-based Identities are forever Episode 149: How Real is the Huawei Risk?

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The Security Ledger

JUNE 19, 2019

Also: we continue our series on life after passwords as we speak with Nick Buchanan, CTO of Armor Scientific joins us to talk about the imminent demise of the password and what might replace it. » Related Stories Podcast Episode 142: On Supply Chains Diamond-based Identities are forever Episode 149: How Real is the Huawei Risk?

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Keep your online accounts secure Respect your privacy Capture and share with care Take care of your data Take care of your device Be wary of certain sites and content online Be kind. Keep your online accounts secure. Show them these tips: Never use the same password twice. This is where a password manager comes in.

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

One of the primary reasons behind this massive rise in account takeover is the relative ease with which it can be done. With more than 15 billion login credentials available on the dark web because of data breaches, millions of online accounts remain at risk of unauthorized access. How Account Takeover Affects Consumers.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 28, 2023

The emails in the campaign purported to be from Microsoft, and they claimed that the recipient needed to update their account security settings or activate two-factor authentication (2FA)/multi-factor authentication (MFA) within 72 hours. Only scan QR codes from trusted sources.

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Hacker Combat

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The malware has the ability to steal passwords and cookies. The stolen cookies were then used to hijack all of the victim’s sessions, thus taking over their YouTube accounts. The account could either be repurposed for future crypto-currency scams or sold on the dark web, and the rate depends on the number of subscribers it has.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 9, 2023

In today’s digital age, managing passwords has become increasingly complex. With the average internet user having more than 100 passwords to remember, it’s no wonder that people often resort to using weak passwords that are easy to remember or reuse the same passwords across multiple accounts.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 12, 2022

A fake login site will ask for username and password, but then also ask the victim to enter their 2FA code on the phishing site. We are implementing additional steps to the account ownership verification process, such as mandatory managerial approval for all email change requests. However, even with 2FA enabled, things can go wrong.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

JANUARY 12, 2022

Category News, Awareness Risk Level. On December 27, 2021 multiple cybersecurity media outlets began reporting on LastPass users who believed their master passwords had been stolen. This way, you don’t have to remember, write down, or insecurely store passwords on their own. What is LastPass?” Ok but what’s credential stuffing?”

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Last week I wrote a couple of different pieces on passwords, firstly about why we're going to be stuck with them for a long time yet and then secondly, about how we all bear some responsibility for making good password choices. This week, I wanted to focus on going beyond passwords and talk about 2FA. It's a subset of MFA.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Epic have made some alterations to how accounts for kids work , with multiple features disabled for what are now known as “ Cabined Accounts ” If your children are big fans of Epic games like Fortnite and Rocket League, you may well have worried about their gaming interactions with other players at some point.

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Identity IQ

MAY 2, 2023

What are the Benefits of a Password Manager? IdentityIQ Passwords are essential when keeping your information safe on your devices. But unfortunately, many people use weak or the same password, making it easy for hackers to crack them. Research shows that 52% of people reuse passwords for multiple accounts.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 14, 2023

By implementing bot protection, website owners and online service providers can reduce the risk of cyber attacks, protect sensitive data, and ensure a good experience for their users. The solution should differentiate between bots and humans accurately and provide mechanisms for users to prove their identity and authenticity quickly.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Google is giving out 10,000 free security keys to high-risks users, an announcement that came a day after the company warned 14,000 of its high-profile users that they could be targeted by the notorious Russia-based APT28 hacking group. ‘Cybersecurity Is a Team Sport’ In an Oct. Google APP Available to All Users.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 6, 2021

Dashlane and LastPass are two of the biggest names in password management software. They both provide businesses secure vaults for sensitive information, including passwords, credit card details, and personal identification numbers. It has long been regarded as a top password manager for both personal and professional use.

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The Security Ledger

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Also: LastPass’s Dan DeMichele joins us to talk about why password security is still so hard. In this episode of Security Ledger Podcast (#164): your car is spying on you. In this episode of Security Ledger Podcast (#164): your car is spying on you. Why Companies struggle with Passwords. Who owns your Car Data?

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SecureList

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Given that LLMs are prone to so-called unintended memorization (memorizing unique sequences like phone numbers that do not improve the quality of the model, but create privacy risks) data that ends up in the training corpus can then be accidentally or intentionally extracted from the model by other users. Account hacking.

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Spinone

MARCH 25, 2019

Implement Two-Step Verification By now, most have at least heard about two-step or “two-factor” authentication from various systems and applications that offer this extra security measure. Two-step verification is a great way to greatly improve Google Drive security. What is two-step verification?

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 20, 2020

This brings us to the core question – why does any employee or a group of employees have so much control over users’ accounts? Twitter was caught storing plaintext passwords in logfiles two years ago. Apparently, Twitter did not learn from that experience or take sufficient steps keep user credentials and accounts secure.”

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Vamosi: Bowen’s public inquiry revealed findings of multiple buffer overflows, software updates without authentication, and inadequate randomization of the ballots so that valid secrecy can be compromised -- among other vulnerabilities. There were PDFs of Election Day passwords that supervisors use to start in elections.

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Vamosi: Bowen’s public inquiry revealed findings of multiple buffer overflows, software updates without authentication, and inadequate randomization of the ballots so that valid secrecy can be compromised -- among other vulnerabilities. There were PDFs of Election Day passwords that supervisors use to start in elections.

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Vamosi: Bowen’s public inquiry revealed findings of multiple buffer overflows, software updates without authentication, and inadequate randomization of the ballots so that valid secrecy can be compromised -- among other vulnerabilities. There were PDFs of Election Day passwords that supervisors use to start in elections.

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