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. The statement reads as follows: Through our initial investigation we can confirm that a number of accounts have been compromised via phishing techniques. However, even with 2FA enabled, things can go wrong.

Social Engineering 74

Social Engineering Engineering Accountability Phishing 74

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. By understanding hackers' common techniques to circumvent MFA, you can better safeguard your account against their potential ploys.

Social Engineering 87

Social Engineering Authentication Passwords Accountability 87

Hacker Combat

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Google has reported that it disrupted the phishing attacks where threat actors had tried to hijack various YouTube accounts using cookie theft malware. The hijacker’s intent was to use those accounts to promote different crypto-currency scams. . The malware has the ability to steal passwords and cookies.

Accountability 99

Accountability Malware Scams Antivirus 99

Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

While these individual prices seem low, it’s important to remember that data breaches usually compromise millions of accounts at a time which are then sold in bulk. Given that 52% of people use the same password for multiple accounts, compromising one account can give a criminal access to a vast range of personal data.

Accountability 105

Accountability Data breaches Passwords Social Engineering 105

Identity IQ

JULY 3, 2023

Unusual login attempts One of the most apparent signs of account misuse is failed login attempts or password reset notifications. Receiving notifications or text messages for failed login attempts that you didn’t initiate could mean someone is trying to gain unauthorized access to your account.

Accountability 52

Accountability Identity Theft Passwords Social Engineering 52

Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

This not only enables them to perform more effective social engineering, spear phishing, or other targeted attacks against you, but also those around you whose information they have also gleaned from your public profile. What are some strategies for securing my accounts?” Also, avoid saving them in the browser.

Media 52

Media Accountability Passwords Password Management 52

Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

This not only enables them to perform more effective social engineering, spear phishing, or other targeted attacks against you, but also those around you whose information they have also gleaned from your public profile. What are some strategies for securing my accounts?” Also, avoid saving them in the browser.

Media 52

Media Accountability Passwords Password Management 52