The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Remote workers face having both their personal and work-related information compromised. Use strong passwords. It is essential to ensure that all accounts are protected with strong passwords. It is difficult to remember all passwords. That is where a password manager for business comes in to help keep track of passwords.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Cybercriminals can profit by stealing sensitive information and selling it on the dark web to other criminals. They could leak classified information to damage the reputation of target organizations or just prove their point to the public. Financial Gain One of the primary motivations for hackers is financial gain.

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Webroot

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Strengthen your passwords. There’s no reason to still use the same password you came up with in high school. It’s a dirty truth that big businesses suffer data breaches – that means the longer you use a password the more likely it’s been hacked. Invest in antivirus. So why would you settle for a knock-off antivirus?

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 19, 2023

7 Internet Safety Tips for Safer Internet Browsing IdentityIQ With the internet, we can access vast amounts of information with only a click or tap. Then there’s phishing , in which scammers trick you into disclosing personal information. Knowing about internet safety means being informed, paying attention, and making wise decisions.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The 10 most common behaviors that can expose sensitive information to malicious actors , including sharing birthdays online, posting about children on social media, and participating in online giveaways that require personal details. The eye-popping number of people who reuse passwords. At first glance, the findings may look dour.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

With access to your personal information, bad actors can drain your bank account and damage your credit—or worse. Be protective of your personal information If criminals get ahold of your personal information —such as your name, address, date of birth, and social security number—they can use it to commit identity theft.

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Identity IQ

MAY 13, 2024

A data breach, whether orchestrated by cybercriminals, facilitated by human error, or from technical glitches, represents a critical threat to the security of sensitive information. A data breach is an incident where sensitive, confidential, or protected information is disclosed and accessed without authorization.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

Stay informed about the latest cyber threats, such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and social engineering attacks. Learn about strong password creation, multi-factor authentica-tion, secure browsing habits, and data encryption. Utilize a password manager to securely store and generate strong passwords.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 14, 2021

Most public networks are not encrypted, and it gives many chances to hackers for stealing any personal information. This will help to encrypt your information and make it impossible to intercept by anyone. Use a reliable password to protect the device and all your accounts. Use antivirus software to protect your computer.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 28, 2019

Worldwide spending on information security products and services rose to $114 billion in 2018, up from $102 billion in 2017, an increase of 12.4 Here are three fundaments to get you, and others over whom you have influence, on the right path: Use antivirus. Use a password manager.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

ID theft is a lucrative line of work and criminals are relentless in their pursuit of personal information. Also, don’t carry around personal information. 2: Use Strong Passwords. It may seem silly, but even in today’s day and age, the most commonly used password is “123456”. 3: Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 4, 2022

Use a strong, unique password for each login you use. Use a password manager to create and remember passwords if you can. If you aren’t using a password manager, use long passphrases that cannot be found in a dictionary. Use a browser-based content blocker , like Browser Guard.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 20, 2021

Here’s why colleges and universities have become a sought-after target: They are a goldmine of personal identifiable information. University and college databases often store a wide variety of valuable information, everything from loans and bank account information to social security numbers and passport information — even healthcare data.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 5, 2023

Also, employees install more and more cybersecurity solutions, from password managers and ad blockers to Virtual Private Networks. It’s more frequent within the older part of the population, who find even straightforward tasks, like running an antivirus scan, quite tedious.

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IT Security Guru

APRIL 26, 2021

Sensitive information, both personal and financial, are used, stored, and linked to online gaming accounts. If exploited, this information can be a valuable target for cybercriminals. Typically, the gamer has information stolen and can only be retrieved once a ransom is paid from the victim to the attacker.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 14, 2021

This malware is a so called "infostealer" or "information stealer" that is capable of extracting sensitive data from your machine (such as wallet information, credentials, and so on). rar " is downloaded, which you need to unzip with the password "NFT", as we can observe from Cloudy Night's tweet.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

In each example, we will give you the detection ratio of a free service for detecting malware, VirusTotal , just to demonstrate the likelihood that the malware in the example would have been caught by a standard antivirus tool. Knowing that antivirus would not have caught the malware is something to note. Never reusing those passwords.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Top 7 Data Security Practices for the Workplace IdentityIQ As businesses become increasingly reliant on technology, protecting sensitive information is more important than ever. In this blog, we cover the top-seven data security practices every workplace should implement to help protect valuable information and more. Password theft.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Nonprofits often juggle tight budgets and unique operational demands, making it even more difficult to keep sensitive information safe—but here's the thing: you don't need a fortune to build a strong defense against the possible cyber threats out there. Battling cybersecurity threats can often feel like an uphill struggle.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 29, 2023

A new variant of the information-stealing malware ViperSoftX implements sophisticated techniques to avoid detection. ViperSoftX also checks for active antivirus products running on the machine. The script launches the main routine of the malware that installs malicious browser extensions to exfiltrate passwords and crypto wallet data.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

On a Mac, you might find it in the TCP/IP tab of Advanced Network settings in System Preferences, while in Linux you’ll find it under Connection Information after clicking on the network icon. And while you’re in there, update that password to something a little less hackable, possibly saving the new one in a password manager.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Kaspersky has addressed several vulnerabilities in the web protection features implemented in its antivirus solutions, including Internet Security, Total Security, Free Anti-Virus , Security Cloud, and Small Office Security products. Issue type: Information Disclosure. As in: under some circumstances, antivirus would still crash.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 28, 2021

Troy Hunt and the FBI provided some recommendations for anyone that finds themselves in this collection of data: "Keep security software such as antivirus up to date with current definitions. Change your email account password. Turn on 2-factor authentication wherever available. Keep operating systems and software patched.".

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 23, 2023

Learn more about mobile security and why it's important and check out our blog posts " Improving security for mobile devices: CISA issues guides " and " Do Chromebooks need antivirus protection? " for more tips on improving your organizations mobile and Chromebook security posture. Stay vigilant!

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Show them these tips: Never use the same password twice. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. This is where a password manager comes in.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Endpoint security – mobile device management (MDM) policies, antivirus (AV) solutions, URL filtering and blocking are all considered good cyber hygiene to block the most basic cyber threats. At the most basic level, it’s critical to change default passwords on routers at home and in the workplace.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Armed with this information, hackers often try to exploit vulnerabilities in home devices and networks to breach corporate networks. Here are some key safety guidelines to consider: Restrict who can view your personal information. Even harmless details, such as pet names or birthplaces, can be used by hackers to reset passwords.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Government has offered a $10 million reward for information on the threat actors. Endpoint Security: Install and update antivirus software on all hosts. Password Policies: Enforce NIST password policy requirements, such as lengthier passwords and the use of password managers.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Use a strong and unique password for all accounts and sites. A long passphrase that cannot be found in a dictionary is one recommendation for a strong password; the use of a Password Manager is highly recommended. URL links with further information or access to the programs mentioned: Malwarebytes Support Forum [link].

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 17, 2021

This protects information like logins and personal data when it’s travelling between your computer and the website you’re using. 1Password is a password manager that will create, store, and enter strong passwords for you. What is the best antivirus extension for Chrome? Or actually it is.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 17, 2023

When asked specifically about the tools and methods that people use to protect themselves online, we found, disappointingly, that: Just 35 percent of people use antivirus software. Just 15 percent of people use a password manager. Just 35 percent of people have unique passwords for most or all of their accounts.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 28, 2023

SMBs are in danger Data loss refers to the unauthorised or accidental destruction, alteration, or exposure of sensitive information. DLP strategy for SMBs DLP refers to various techniques that safeguard information against unauthorised access, disclosure, or loss by threats like accidental data leaks, insider risks, and malicious attacks.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Cloud-based antivirus software rarely conflicts with traditional desktop software because it’s usually just a tiny piece of software installed on the computer. Every computer has one – a timer that will put the computer to sleep when it’s left unattended for a specified length of time, and then requires a password to wake up.

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Webroot

MAY 3, 2022

Passwords have become a common way to access and manage our digital lives. Having a password allows you to securely access your information, pay bills or connect with friends and family on various platforms. However, having a password alone is not enough. Your passwords also need to be managed and protected.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 18, 2019

Hi folk, let me inform you that I suspended the newsletter service, anyway I’ll continue to provide you a list of published posts every week through the blog. A flaw in Kaspersky Antivirus allowed tracking its users online. Mozilla addresses master password security bypass flaw in Firefox. Once again thank you!

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SC Magazine

JUNE 24, 2021

Iyer also believes that the frequency emails sent from businesses and employers related to password resets, security alerts, locked accounts, order confirmations and invoices have increased during the pandemic as well. We want to be polite over the phone, so if someone asks us [for personal information], we won’t hang up straight away.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 16, 2023

About the author: Charlotte Hooper is the Helpline Manager at The Cyber Helpline, a U.K. Technology is increasingly part of our day-to-day life; we use it for communication, work, getting information, and even running our households with smart devices. Use good passwords. Install and use antivirus on your devices.

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