Malwarebytes
JANUARY 10, 2024
This would suggest the compromise was the result of a SIM swapping attack, where an attacker takes control of a phone number by convincing a mobile carrier to transfer the victim’s phone number to a SIM card they own. Although apparently the SEC did not have 2FA enabled for its X account!
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. This phishing scam is a reminder of the dangers of QR codes.
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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. Even though security keys work great, we don't expect everyone to add one to their keyring.
SecureWorld News
AUGUST 5, 2023
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a fundamental component of best practices for account security. It is a universal method employed for both personal and corporate user accounts globally. Take, for instance, Google's account security settings which allow you to download a list of backup codes intended for future use.
Malwarebytes
JUNE 14, 2021
To hide your account, profile, photos, comments, and likes, you can opt to disable your Instagram account instead of erasing it. Disabling it is easy and requires a web browser on a computer, tablet, or mobile phone. Log into your Instagram account from a web browser. Hit Permanently deactivate my account and then tap OK.
Approachable Cyber Threats
MARCH 24, 2023
Be Cautious of Phishing Scams Cybercriminals often use phishing scams to trick users into revealing their login credentials. Be vigilant about unsolicited messages, emails, or links that prompt you to log in to your social media accounts. Activate these notifications to stay informed about your account security.
Approachable Cyber Threats
MARCH 24, 2023
Be Cautious of Phishing Scams Cybercriminals often use phishing scams to trick users into revealing their login credentials. Be vigilant about unsolicited messages, emails, or links that prompt you to log in to your social media accounts. Activate these notifications to stay informed about your account security.
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