Security Boulevard

JANUARY 7, 2022

million online accounts have been compromised by cyberattacks involving credential stuffing. In a “Business Guide for Credential Stuffing Attacks” that described her office’s investigation, the AG provided details on the attacks and how, through automated attempts using usernames and passwords nicked.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 21, 2021

Today’s columnist, Marcus Kaber of Specops Software, writes that as much as the tech companies are pushing biometrics options like facial recognition, most enterprises still run on legacy passwords. Enterprise security and IT are mostly well aware of these many password-driven risks.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 18, 2021

Carnival Corporation – which has been plagued by cyberattacks over the past few years – issued a breach disclosure on Thursday confirming hackers attacked email accounts and gained access to data about its customers and employees. The post Carnival discloses new data breach on email accounts appeared first on SC Media.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The rest of the site focuses on specific areas of security related to locking down accounts, using multi-factor authentication, insisting on calling back a bank directly instead of taking a random caller’s word for it and so on. Bogus refunds and non-existent problems with your account are common tactics.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 10, 2019

In the not-so-distant past, banks dealt with online and account takeover fraud, where hackers stole passwords and used phishing scams to target specific individuals. But now not only are you providing the fake username and password, but you’re providing all this information about the phone itself. That’s finally advanced.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 24, 2022

It can be a real hassle to keep track of the passwords you use. So many people use the same combination of username and password for every account. The post SHARED INTEL: A foolproof consumer’s guide to creating and managing bulletproof passwords appeared first on Security Boulevard. In fact, it’s terrible.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

How to Enhance Cyber Security Awareness and Cyber Intelligence Enterprise cyber security awareness and cyber risk management programs encircle a full range of actions required to protect corporate IT infrastructure and sensitive data. What are the benefits of cyber security awareness trainings?

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

With that public-private partnership at its core, the new nonprofit National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) started the first Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Twenty Octobers later, we now co-manage Cybersecurity Awareness Month with the U.S. Awareness is necessary but not sufficient; the key is awareness that leads to action.

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Webroot

APRIL 3, 2024

In a world where our lives are increasingly navigated through digital apps and online accounts, understanding and managing our online identities has become paramount. Simply put, it’s the practice of ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to your sensitive information and online accounts.

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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. While MFA adds an extra security shield to accounts, deterring most cybercriminals, determined attackers can find ways to sidestep it.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In our increasingly digital world, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, cyber-security awareness has become an indispensable skill. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide on how to create cybersecurity awareness and protect yourself and your digital assets from potential threats.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 24, 2019

In the spirit of National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), my colleague Ashvin Kamaraju wrote about how organizations can use fundamental controls to secure their information technology. Effective digital security doesn’t end at “Secure IT,” however. Building a Robust Security Culture.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022

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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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Meta accuses apps of stealing WhatsApp accounts. Security awareness campaign highlights things your bank will never say. Android and Chrome start showing passwords the door. Credential stuffers take aim at Final Fantasy XIV players. Smart lights vulnerable to "blink and you'll miss it" attack. Update now!

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 6, 2023

The pillars mentioned are policies, technical controls, and security awareness training. The most common root causes for initial breaches stem from social engineering and unpatched software, as those account for more than 90% of phishing attacks. Social engineering has its tells, though. Social engineering has its tells, though.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

The report also includes a list of mitigation measures to increase the resilience of company networks: Implement a recovery plan to maintain and retain multiple copies of sensitive or proprietary data and servers in a physically separate, segmented, and secure location (i.e., Regularly back up data, password protect backup copies offline.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The FBI provided the following mitigations to protect against ransomware attacks: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Use strong passwords and regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, implementing the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 22, 2023

In reality, cybercriminals had for months lured employees searching for their payroll system with a mirror-image-like website that reportedly tricked hundreds of employees into providing their usernames and passwords. Additionally, anomalous login alerts went uninvestigated by a likely under-resourced security team.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

The attackers thus gained remote access to the CRM systems running on the store computers – and a foothold to access customers’ wireless phone numbers and associated account information. Having long passwords and a password manager can also add additional layers of security and protect you as a customer.

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SC Magazine

MAY 7, 2021

Google took an important step on Thursday by saying that “very soon” they will automatically enroll users in multifactor authentication – what they are calling two-step verification (2SV) – a move security researchers say is a step in the right direction.

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SecureList

MAY 16, 2023

pp, while the share of attacks involving compromised accounts (23.8%) grew. Key trends in 2022: initial attack vectors and impact In 2022, attackers most often penetrated organizations’ infrastructure by exploiting various vulnerabilities in public-facing applications (42.9%).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 16, 2021

The kind that could throw off even your most security-aware employees. Carefully crafted emails like these containing a malicious link can fool even the most security-aware of employees. The emails pose as company updates and are often socially engineered to look like they have been personally tailored to the recipient.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 22, 2021

For instance, employees should be encouraged to create independent user accounts for family members and friends, where access to work files is restricted. Each account should also be protected with a strong password and businesses should provide users with anti-malware and anti-virus software. . Maintain Password Hygiene .

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Gen Z and Millennial workers are significantly more likely than older generations to use the same password for both a professional account and personal account and to disregard mandatory IT updates. 30% of Gen Z and 31% of Millennials are more likely to use the same password for professional and personal accounts (vs.

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IT Security Guru

MAY 14, 2021

A 2021 phishing report by Proofpoint found that just over half of organisations provide company-wide cyber-security training, and consequently, only 63% of respondents within organisations were able to answer what phishing was correctly. Consider disabling accounts until such time. Resetting passwords on personal devices.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 3, 2021

The UK Security Service MI5 said 10,000 staff from every UK government department and from important UK industries have been lured by fake LinkedIn profiles. MI5 said the faked LinkedIn accounts are created and operation by nation-state spy agencies, with an intent to recruit individuals or gather sensitive information.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Indeed, 55% of respondents said they have public Facebook profiles only 33% said they set their Instagram accounts set to private. Rather than abandon the benefit an OOO provides employees and customers, specific considerations for OOO use should be implemented in security awareness training,” said Carruthers.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

But the sector is only as secure as the technology it relies on, so our food supply requires secure IoT devices and Cloud services for food and agriculture too. The FBI notice includes the following recommendations: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Implement network segmentation.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

“This settlement ensures Home Depot complies with our state’s strong data security law and requires the company to take steps to protect consumer information from illegal use or disclosure.” ” .

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 31, 2022

The IT infrastructure within offices generally puts a great deal of focus around cybersecurity and keeping workers safe, including by enforcing good cybersecurity practices such as the closing down of machines and the use of strong passwords. . Opportunities for business email compromise. The dangers of shadow IT.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 18, 2023

Microsoft has hardened security following a Chinese hack of U.S. government agency email accounts, but some details remain a mystery. government accounts using a stolen inactive Microsoft account (MSA) consumer signing key. This was made possible by a validation error in Microsoft code. This issue has been corrected.”

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 16, 2022

Install a password manager. A password manager is software for creating and remembering strong passwords. Good ones also provide a safe way for users to share passwords with other people. Proper password handling is something lots of adults struggle with, so get your kids doing the right thing from day one.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Further, all computers shared the same password for remote access and appeared to be connected directly to the Internet without any type of firewall protection installed,” the report continued. You have to drive a level of real technical and control accountability,” said Harkins. Are you forcing password resets?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 10, 2023

These attacks have become more complex and challenging to detect, leading to increased instances of data breaches, account takeovers, and impersonation attacks. For instance, popular social media platforms such as YouTube and Twitter have seen a surge in account takeovers and impersonation incidents.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Making a cybersecurity list, checking it twice This year, give yourself the gift of peace of mind by following our Core 4 behaviors: Protect each account with a unique, complex password that is at least 12 characters long—and use a password manager! Use multi-factor authentication ( MFA ) for any account that allows it.

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SC Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

Cybercriminals have been using a phishing kit featuring fake Office 365 password alerts as a lure to target the credentials of chief executives, business owners and other high-level corporate leaders. The scheme highlights the role and responsibility upper management plays in ensuring the security of their own company’s assets.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

Individuals and organizations should prioritize security awareness training, implement email security measures, and encourage vigilance when dealing with unusual or urgent requests. In order to send a message, they could be using spoof email addresses, making use of compromised accounts, or exploiting weak security measures.

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