Security Affairs

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The database included the personally identifiable information of Blink Mobility customers and administrators, including: Phone number Email address Encrypted password Registration date Device info and device token Details on subscription and rented vehicles (license plate, VIN, booking start and end location, etc.)

Mobile 112

Mobile Identity Theft Passwords Phishing 112

Security Affairs

JANUARY 22, 2021

The researchers noticed that the “Send to Kindle” feature allows Kindle users to send e-books to their devices as email attachments, a behavior that could be potentially exploited for malicious purposes, for example sending a malicious e-book to potential victims. To my pleasant surprise, the e-book appeared on the device!

Hacking 136

Hacking Authentication Firmware Phishing 136

DoublePulsar

JANUARY 3, 2024

The threat actor accessed Orange’s RIPE account. RIPE look after internet IP addresses, basically the phone book of the internet. The threat actor posted themselves logged in to account adminripe-ipnt@orange.es: The threat actor actually posted this screenshot themselves on social media to Orange, earlier today, while goading them.

Passwords 81

Passwords Accountability Internet Internet 81

Adam Levin

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

Facebook Is an Open Book. Once the number has been transferred, the criminal has control of any accounts that are identified by caller ID (including many financial institutions) as well as any accounts protected by two-factor authentication. Monitor your accounts. What You Can Do. Manage the damage.

Scams 197

Scams Accountability Financial Services Insurance 197

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

They might even lock you out of your own accounts by resetting your passwords. Avoid entering any data if you see a warning message about a site’s authenticity. Hackers use intercepted data to hijack your current session on a website, giving them access to your private accounts and information.

DNS 130

DNS VPN Encryption Passwords 130

Approachable Cyber Threats

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

IHG’s booking sites and apps were unavailable for several days as a result. 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.

Social Engineering 105

Social Engineering Authentication Engineering Phishing 105

Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

In each attack, the victims saw their email and financial accounts compromised after suffering an unauthorized SIM-swap, wherein attackers transferred each victim’s mobile phone number to a new device that they controlled. A booking photo of Noah Michael Urban released by the Volusia County Sheriff. Twilio disclosed in Aug.

Social Engineering 312

Social Engineering Mobile Cybercrime Passwords 312

The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 18, 2021

This deal reads like to the epilogue to a book titled The First 20 Years of the Supremely Lucrative Antivirus Market. There are simple steps consumers can take today, for free, to lower their overall risk of a cyber attack, including using multi-factor authentication for their accounts and using strong passwords.

Antivirus 223

Antivirus Marketing Identity Theft Social Engineering 223

Security Through Education

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

However, easy to remember and reused passwords are weak passwords that can easily be cracked and leveraged across accounts. This process only needs to be set up once and will ensure your accounts are much more secure. Use Multifactor Authentication (MFA) You can view Multifactor Authentication as a secondary defense for your accounts.

Social Engineering 52

Social Engineering Cybersecurity Password Management Passwords 52

Cisco Security

OCTOBER 7, 2022

We’ll start analog with a brainstorm of your basic personal information and the usernames/emails you use most, and then leverage some free tools to build a more comprehensive list of lesser-used accounts you might have abandoned or forgotten. RESTRICT: Next, you’ll tackle the shortlist of accounts and services you use actively or rely on.

Media 109

Media Identity Theft Accountability Internet 109

Krebs on Security

JUNE 1, 2023

Code-signing certificates are supposed to help authenticate the identity of software publishers, and provide cryptographic assurance that a signed piece of software has not been altered or tampered with. That same email address also is tied to two forum accounts for a user with the handle “ O.R.Z.” account on Carder[.]su

Malware 235

Malware Cybercrime Software Antivirus 235

CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 11, 2022

Cybersecurity Insiders has learnt that MercadoLibre’s data related hackers accessed to 300,000 users in the incident and the stolen information includes user account names, passwords, investment details, account information, and card info. Whereas, Vodafone is still investigating the cyber attack claims and internal data theft.

Cyber Attacks 119

Cyber Attacks Data breaches Backups Accountability 119

Security Affairs

JULY 27, 2023

It’s like a “how-to” book for the software. The team discovered that the DepositFiles config file contained highly sensitive information such as credentials for multiple databases, email credentials, and payment system credentials, as well as credentials for social media accounts. The config file is an essential part of any system.

Data breaches 95

Data breaches VPN Media Passwords 95

Krebs on Security

APRIL 14, 2019

The ne’er-do-well who set up the account below has been paying $550 a month for a Land Lordz “basic plan” subscription at landlordz[.]site site that helps him manage more than 500 scam properties and interactions with up to 100 (soon-to-be-scammed) “guests” looking to book the fake listings.

Scams 239

Scams Advertising Accountability Phishing 239

Webroot

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

And don’t reuse passwords across multiple accounts unless you want to throw a welcome party for cybercriminals. Lockdown your privacy settings Your online profiles are like open books to cyber snoops unless you lock them down. .’ Get creative!

Scams 99

Scams VPN Passwords Phishing 99

Malwarebytes

MAY 5, 2022

Elsewhere, leaks in which passwords may feature prominently can run the full range of “secure password” to “plaintext data and viewable by anyone” When passwords are exposed, it potentially provides inroads into multiple accounts owned by the victim. How many of the online accounts you use share the same password?

Passwords 79

Passwords Password Management Authentication Accountability 79

Malwarebytes

JULY 18, 2023

The risk of this has increased since Twitter started charging for blue checkmarks, as many legitimate accounts now sport no visible means of authentication. With popular airline easyJet cancelling 1,700 flights between July and September due to air traffic control delays, fraudsters have been busy creating fake support accounts.

Social Engineering 74

Social Engineering Accountability Scams Banking 74

Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

These emails may appear to be from legitimate retailers, offering enticing deals or requesting account verification. While these products may look authentic, they are often ploys designed to trick you into revealing your payment information. Before booking a travel deal, thoroughly research the provider and check customer reviews.

Scams 52

Scams Identity Theft Retail Antivirus 52

SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Microsoft closed the book on the SolarWinds investigation. The findings offer lessons for all companies on the benefits of the zero trust model, she added, saying that a transition from implicit trust to explicit verification requires “protecting identities, especially privileged user accounts.” Microsoft).

Authentication 90

Authentication Architecture Threat Detection Accountability 90

Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2021

According to a report published by researchers at PrivacySavvy, many travel companies expose users’ data through their booking apps. In a report published on the 16 th of March by PrivacySavvy, many travel companies expose users’ data through their booking apps.

Data breaches 108

Data breaches Encryption Healthcare Hacking 108

Krebs on Security

JANUARY 8, 2024

As detailed in my 2014 book, Spam Nation , Spamdot was home to crooks controlling some of the world’s nastiest botnets, global malware contagions that went by exotic names like Rustock , Cutwail , Mega-D , Festi , Waledac , and Grum. bank accounts. This post is an attempt to remedy that omission. The domain wmpay.ru

Cybercrime 204

Cybercrime Banking Computers and Electronics DDOS 204

Cisco Security

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The goal is to write down all of the accounts/addresses/phone numbers that come to mind, as these are some of the top things that attackers will try to gather in their search. Your email address(es): This is the other main way to look up contacts on social media, and for most people it’s also the strongest common link between accounts.

Passwords 112

Passwords Accountability Media Password Management 112

Malwarebytes

JANUARY 7, 2022

In a scheme reminiscent of some sort of comic book supervillain, Filippo Bernadini was arrested at JKF International Airport on Wednesday. Throwing the book at crime. According to the FBI, multiple fake email accounts were created, impersonating real people in the publishing space. Can I have your next book, please?

Phishing 68

Phishing Identity Theft Encryption Scams 68

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

In a recent blog Microsoft announced that as of September 15, 2021 you can completely remove the password from your Microsoft account and use the Microsoft Authenticator app, Windows Hello, a security key, or a verification code sent to your phone or email to sign in to Microsoft apps and services. A long time coming.

Passwords 87

Passwords Accountability Authentication Phishing 87

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 29, 2024

Digital Services Act (DSA) The DSA places greater responsibility and accountability on online platforms of all sizes. Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs), such as Facebook, Booking, and LinkedIn, and search engines like Google Search, will face stricter requirements for transparency, risk assessment, and content moderation.

Risk 71

Risk Manufacturing Digital transformation Cybersecurity 71

SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Microsoft closed the book on the SolarWinds investigation. The findings offer lessons for all companies on the benefits of the zero trust model, she added, saying that a transition from implicit trust to explicit verification requires “protecting identities, especially privileged user accounts.” Microsoft).

Authentication 65

Authentication Architecture Threat Detection Accountability 65

Security Affairs

MARCH 8, 2021

The IT giant reported that at least one China linked APT group, tracked as HAFNIUM , chained these vulnerabilities to access on-premises Exchange servers to access email accounts, and install backdoors to maintain access to victim environments. reads the advisory published by Microsoft. ” reads the post published by Microsoft.

Authentication 109

Authentication Malware Accountability Hacking 109

SecureWorld News

JUNE 6, 2023

Grimes has worked in the cybersecurity industry for more than 30 years, authoring 13 books and more than 1,300 articles. These attacks can come from malicious instructions, social engineering, or authentication attacks, as well as heavy network traffic. His job history includes major companies such as Microsoft, McAfee, and Foundstone.

Phishing 84

Phishing Social Engineering Security Awareness Engineering 84

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 6, 2023

is clearly failing to protect cardholder account details effectively in today’s environment. Protect stored account data. Identify users and authenticate access to system components. Requirement 3: “Account Data” instead of “Cardholder Data” indicates a potential increase of scope for PCI assets. and PCI v4.0:

Antivirus 138

Antivirus Retail Software Accountability 138

Jane Frankland

MARCH 24, 2023

By improving yourself professionally and personally, you’ll always be leading by example and becoming an effective and authentic role model. It’s my latest book and it’s super short. Or if you want personal coaching, book a discovery call. #15. Get clear on what you want, and be open to achieving it.

Cybersecurity 130

Cybersecurity Accountability Media Authentication 130

Jane Frankland

MARCH 24, 2023

By improving yourself professionally and personally, you’ll always be leading by example and becoming an effective and authentic role model. It’s my latest book and it’s super short. Or if you want personal coaching, book a discovery call. #15. Get clear on what you want, and be open to achieving it.

Cybersecurity 130

Cybersecurity Accountability Media Authentication 130

BH Consulting

JANUARY 28, 2024

It means being transparent and authentic. Be authentic Start with self-awareness. Leaders become more authentic when they begin with knowing who they are – what they value, what they’re good at, how emotionally intelligent they are – and how others perceive them. The path to authenticity can be tricky.

Authentication 69

Authentication Firewall Data breaches Risk 69

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Are they already firing out tweets, chatting in Discord channels, or even just looking to set up a Tik-Tok account? Find your friends (in other words, import your address book and make connections between email addresses and social media profiles). Get to grips with default settings. This means less work for the attacker.

Media 97

Media Scams Accountability Advertising 97

SecureWorld News

MAY 10, 2022

Even though World Password Day is over, it's never too late to remind your end-users that weak, unimaginative, and easy-to-guess passwords—like "123456," "qwerty," and, well… "password"—are poor options for securing accounts and devices. And you can stop data breaches from spreading across multiple accounts that share passwords.

Passwords 74

Passwords Education Password Management Computers and Electronics 74

Security Boulevard

APRIL 29, 2024

Digital Services Act (DSA) The DSA places greater responsibility and accountability on online platforms of all sizes. Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs), such as Facebook, Booking, and LinkedIn, and search engines like Google Search, will face stricter requirements for transparency, risk assessment, and content moderation.

Risk 70

Risk Manufacturing Cybersecurity Digital transformation 70

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

You arrive to work and check your O365 email account. Perhaps you login to Salesforce and glance at your reminders, next you check your HR portal to review the details of your last paycheck, then you upload some project documents to Confluence and lastly use Cytric to book a flight for your upcoming business trip.

Identity Theft 109

Identity Theft Authentication Passwords Accountability 109

Identity IQ

AUGUST 31, 2023

While you’re shopping for gifts or booking flights, hackers are plotting to trick you into revealing your personal details and financial information. The email tells you to click on a link to verify your account details. You think you’re logging into your bank account, but you’re giving your information to a scammer.

Scams 98

Scams Phishing Identity Theft Banking 98