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State of Malware 2024: What consumers need to know

Malwarebytes

It also acts as a reminder to be careful about what you share, even if you are under the impression that you are using the internet securely. Passwords Google and Microsoft made good on their promise to back passkeys , an encryption-based alternative to passwords that can’t be stolen, guessed, cracked, or phished.

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What is Digital Identity?

Identity IQ

However, while the benefits of the internet are never-ending, it’s also important to understand the risks involved so you can help avoid exposing your sensitive information to untrusted environments. Using strong passwords ensures you have a strong first line of defense for your sensitive information. Awareness of Phishing Scams.

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Security Affairs newsletter Round 232

Security Affairs

A flaw in LastPass password manager leaks credentials from previous site. Crooks hacked other celebrity Instagram accounts to push scams. Two selfie Android adware apps with 1.5M+ downloads removed from Play Store. A bug in Instagram exposed user accounts and phone numbers.

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The story of the year: remote work

SecureList

Two drivers of this conflict are not having a separate room for every family member who needs to work from home (26%) and arguments about how much children should use the Internet (33%). Scam and phishing. One of the most common concerns for workers is related to phishing scams. Most common shadow IT in use.

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