Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

What is Account Takeover? Account takeover, also known as ATO, is a form of identity theft in which a malicious third party gains access to or “takes over” an online account. It’s one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity threats today, growing a staggering 300% since 2019 and leading to consumer losses of $3.5

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Approachable Cyber Threats

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

So what do heuristics look like in cybersecurity?” So when should I avoid heuristics in cybersecurity?” Unfortunately, cybersecurity may not be one of them. cybersecurity analysts) and those accountable for the resulting losses (e.g. You can learn more about Gerd Gigerenzer and follow his work on scite.ai.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 25, 2021

As a cybersecurity company, we naturally wonder what widespread use of Chromebook devices means for the online security of the general public. Many third-party security solutions are designed to account for exactly this type of behavior. The respected technology blog TechRadar has even referred to 2021 as “the year of the Chromebook.”.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 18, 2023

Over the past few years, bots have emerged as a new cybersecurity threat, as they can be manipulated for malicious purposes. This article will explore the realm of malicious bots, uncover their cybersecurity risks, and provide valuable insights on safeguarding yourself from bot attacks. Stats on bots 1. Advanced Bad Bots 2021-2022 3.

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Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Credit cards offer markedly better fraud protections than debit cards , which connect directly to your bank account. Virtual credit cards similarly allow online shoppers to mask their financial accounts. Many financial institutions offer free transaction alerts that notify you when charges hit your account. Save your receipts.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 20, 2021

According to BlueVoyant’s Cybersecurity in Higher Education 2021 report , ransomware attacks on colleges increased twofold between 2019 and 2020. Those behind the attack published online screenshots of personal information onto a website called Clop, which ranged from Social Security numbers to bank account information. It goes deeper.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 31, 2023

The email tells you to click on a link to verify your account details. The message seems urgent , often using phrases like “Immediate action needed” or “Contact us now about your account.” You think you’re logging into your bank account, but you’re giving your information to a scammer. The message urges you to call back.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 25, 2022

With ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) hackers like Conti, Hive and LockBit narrowing their focus from larger healthcare systems to smaller hospitals and specialty clinics, it is becoming easier than ever to retrieve the data and use it for launching various fraud and identity theft schemes. Implement Threat Awareness Training.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Of course, there is a PDF attachment showing my receipt of payment. ** Please do not open these files unless you want to test your antivirus and anti-malware software loaded on your device! Does this phishing attack constitute a possible identity theft? I have used this email address for 17 years and rarely delete any messages.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 4, 2022

There are rootkits, Trojans, worms, viruses, ransomware, phishing, identity theft, and social engineering to worry about. Use multi-factor authentication ( MFA ) to help protect your accounts wherever it’s offered. That risk still exists, but we all face many other threats today too. So how can you avoid becoming a victim?

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Understanding these methods is essential for implementing effective cybersecurity measures. The second scenario is about account credentials. There are a high number of big corporations suffering from leaked account credentials leading to deeper breaches. Let’s explore some common techniques used by hackers.

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Security Through Education

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In today’s digitally driven world, impersonation scams have become a growing concern, leaving countless individuals and organizations vulnerable to financial loss, identity theft, and reputational damage. In some cases, an actual high-ranking employee’s account may have been compromised already.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

However, basic cybersecurity tools and practices, like patching , strong passwords , and multi-factor authentication (MFA), “can prevent 80 to 90% of cyberattacks,” said Anne Neuberger, deputy national security advisor for cyber and emerging technologies, during a White House press conference in Sept. The average cost of a breach is $3.6

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

You should never use the same password, or variations of the same password, across multiple accounts. Consider using a password manager (check if your employer offers one) to create unique passwords for every account. If you don’t already use multi-factor authentication (MFA) to access your work accounts, you should start.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Cybersecurity could be as easy as 1-2-3. In new research conducted by Malwarebytes, internet users across the United States and Canada admitted to dismal cybersecurity practices, failing to adopt some of the most basic defenses for staying safe online. Just 35 percent of people have unique passwords for most or all of their accounts.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 18, 2021

The stolen data varied by patient and can include names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver’s licenses and passports, financial account numbers, health insurance details, and medical data such as diagnoses, treatments and medical record numbers. No financial account or credit card information was compromised.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 3, 2023

Malicious online actors grow ever more sophisticated, making cybersecurity as big a concern for everyday consumers as it ever has been. Since many people use the same passwords across social media platforms and for sites for banks or credit cards, a criminal needs access to just one account to gain access to every account.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 7, 2022

As the demand for robust security defense grows by the day, the market for cybersecurity technology has exploded, as well as the number of available solutions. Here are our picks for the top 20 cybersecurity software vendors plus 10 honorable mentions – with the caveat that at least a couple of those 30 companies are likely to merge.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

In this article we will take a look at major cybersecurity risks and best practices how to reduce or avoid corporate data leakage. Details included names, addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth and encrypted passwords, all of which could be used to access other accounts belonging to these users.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Cybersecurity is an every-day growing industry, which inevitably infiltrates in the day-to-day life of each of us. With all the appearing tools, technologies, methods, and attacks, the cybersecurity field remains one of the hardest to grasp and to keep up with. Let’s dive in! You did it!

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Antivirus Software WiFi 6 Routers Virtual Private Networks Password Managers Email Security Software Web Application Firewall Bot Management Software. Antivirus Software. Also Read: 4 Best Antivirus Software of 2022. Key Features of Antivirus Software. Scheduled scans Encryption Identity theft protection.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 19, 2019

They ask you to make certain changes in your account by entering your login password or ask for some reconfirmation. Such emails are sent after detailed research about you, and often their primary source of collecting data is your social media accounts. Tips to Prevent Phishing. Be Extra Vigilant. Protect Your Device and Connection.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

In comparison, those who felt safer and sometimes more private online had higher incomes, higher levels of education, and higher familiarity with cybersecurity tools, such as antivirus products, VPNs, and password managers. In our research, we found a clear trend between cybersecurity familiarity and feelings of safety online.

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Adam Levin

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The threat landscape of cybersecurity changes daily, with hackers and cybersecurity professionals in a perpetual cat-and-mouse chase; hackers discover new ways to infiltrate and exploit their targets, and the cybersecurity industry looks for vulnerabilities, tries to anticipate new threats and responds when cyber security issues arise.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 1, 2021

Cybersecurity experts at both Microsoft and SecureWorks said that the hacker group – called Nobelium by Microsoft but which also is known as APT29 – accessed the Constant Contact email marketing account used by the U.S. Microsoft officials said the attack targeted 3,000 email accounts at 150 organizations.

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