Identity IQ

AUGUST 30, 2021

T-Mobile’s massive data breach has affected 54 million customers. This most recent T-Mobile data breach is the company’s fourth data breach in the last three years. Unfortunately, data breaches are a frequent occurrence. Hackers regularly trade or sell people’s personal data.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 24, 2022

So many people use the same combination of username and password for every account. You see, these days, many data breaches could be traced back to people using the same password across multiple accounts. Thankfully, there is an easy solution: use a password manager. However, this isn’t a good idea.

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The State of Security

AUGUST 26, 2022

LastPass, the popular password manager trusted by millions of people around the world, has announced that it suffered a security breach two weeks ago that saw hackers break into its systems and steal information. Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 6, 2022

Credential stuffing is the automated injection of stolen username and password pairs in to website login forms, in order to fraudulently gain access to user accounts. Besides listening to us telling you that you should not reuse passwords across multiple platforms, there are some other thing you can do. Start using a password manager.

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CSO Magazine

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Password manager vendor Dashlane has announced updates to its suite of enterprise offerings. These include a new Dark Web Insights tool that provides a breakdown of compromised passwords, a standalone authenticator app for enabling account multi-factor authentication (MFA), and a low-cost starter plan for small businesses.

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Graham Cluley

JANUARY 21, 2021

In the coming weeks Google will be rolling out a new feature to users of its Chrome browser which will make it easier to check for weak passwords and warn if stored passwords have been compromised in a past data breach. Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Okta has revealed details about a recent breach which exposed files belonging to customers. As we explained in our article about 1Password being a victim of this breach, it’s normal for Okta support to ask customers to upload a file known as an HTTP Archive (HAR) file. Change your password.

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Schneier on Security

DECEMBER 26, 2022

If you’re changing password managers, look at my own Password Safe. News articles. But this should serve as a cautionary tale for anyone who is using the cloud: the cloud is another name for “someone else’s computer,” and you need to understand how much or how little you trust that computer.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 4, 2023

On the 23andMe blog the updated article about the breach now says: “We have taken steps to further protect customer data, including requiring all existing customers to reset their password and requiring two-step verification for all new and existing customers. Change your password. Check the vendor’s advice.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Healthcare company Anthem was hacked near the beginning of February, resulting in the theft of over 80 million PII records, including Social Security numbers, birthdays, email/mailing addresses, employment information and income data of current subscribers, former subscribers and employees. 10 Million Passwords Leaked Online.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

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. Utilize a password manager to securely store and generate strong passwords.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. A report reveals various cyber-attacks that often target small businesses, such as malware, phishing, data breaches, and ransomware attacks. The content of this post is solely the responsibility of the author.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

As home users, many of the threats we cover will only affect you second hand, such as disruptions after a company suffers a ransomware attack, or when your private information is sold online after a data breach. So in this article we’ll focus on what threats affect you directly and how you can protect yourself.

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Identity IQ

MAY 15, 2021

Credential stuffing relies on two things: login credentials obtained from data breaches or the dark web. This is one of the biggest threats consumers face today given the billions of records exposed in data breaches and the current state of digital security habits. Use Password Managers.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 10, 2022

And if you use the same password for all of your online accounts, you’re giving attackers access to a ton of information with very little work. Password managers , like Keeper and 1Password, make it easy for users to secure their online accounts without having to remember a different password for each of their accounts.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 15, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs free for you in your email box. If you want to also receive for free the newsletter with the international press subscribe here. Most internet-exposed Cacti servers exposed to hacking French CNIL fined Tiktok $5.4

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Malwarebytes

MAY 4, 2023

Back in October 2022, I wrote an article called Why (almost) everything we told you about passwords was wrong. If you want the full, three-course meal version of why all the password advice you've been told stacks up to much less than the sum of its parts you can read the original article.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

In this article, we’ll be covering the following topics: What are the Components of a Digital Identity? Some hackers even set up rogue hotspots with the sole intention of luring unsuspecting device users and stealing their valuable data. Data Breaches. Why is Your Digital Identity Important? This is a big one.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

Here are a few common ways that online scammers can gain access to your usernames and passwords: Phishing : Cybercriminals trick you into revealing your usernames, passwords, or other sensitive information by posing as trustworthy entities.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

Here are a few common ways that online scammers can gain access to your usernames and passwords: Phishing : Cybercriminals trick you into revealing your usernames, passwords, or other sensitive information by posing as trustworthy entities.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 2, 2023

AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. It amends the 2018 California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) introduced in response to rising consumer data privacy concerns. Ensure employees use modern tools such as password managers to protect their online accounts.

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Identity IQ

MAY 30, 2023

If you’re not familiar with the dark web, you might be wondering what it is, how information gets there, and what happens if your data is involved. In this article, we answer these questions and more, so you can understand the risks and how to help protect yourself from possible scams down the road. What is the Dark Web?

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 17, 2022

We offered some thoughts in a recent article on potential cloud issues. The linked article focuses on misconfiguration, phishing issues, limiting data share, and the ever-present Internet of Things. Whether it’s the third party being exploited, or something targeting the cloud users themselves, there’s a lot to think about.

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

With more than 15 billion login credentials available on the dark web because of data breaches, millions of online accounts remain at risk of unauthorized access. While these individual prices seem low, it’s important to remember that data breaches usually compromise millions of accounts at a time which are then sold in bulk.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 18, 2021

Not all sites are developed equal, and data breaches take place easily on websites with poor security protocols. They then try the same username and passwords on multiple websites to gain unauthorized access. In case if one of your passwords is stolen, that won’t allow a hacker to access your information on any other account.

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Security Affairs

JULY 8, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

There has probably been a time in your life when you created a new account for a website or service and chose a password that was less than ideal. NordPass, a password manager company, recently released its list of the worst passwords of 2020. You can see examples in our previous article on the topic.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 20, 2023

Leveraging this trust, they convince individuals to provide access to their accounts, share confidential data, or perform actions that compromise their identities. Data Breaches and Targeted Phishing Attacks Data breaches and targeted phishing attacks are common methods employed by identity thieves.

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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. Data breaches and cyberattacks can result in costly consequences, making strong data security practices essential. Risk reduction. Job security.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Passwords are more vulnerable to phishing attacks, data breaches, and other hacks that target weak credentials. Hackers can also trick you into revealing your password on a fake website. It is best to routinely update passwords, using a random mix of numbers, letters, and symbols without any recognizable pattern.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 24, 2023

If you need help creating a solid password, consider investing in a password manager. Keep on Top of Data Breaches. If a company’s data breach impacted you , contact them to see how they protect you as a client. Protect Against Email Spam and Computer Viruses.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 20, 2021

This data breach of personal information was due to a vulnerability in Accellion’s system, a third-party vendor that handles secure file transfers. Improve Your Password Security. Do not use the same password for different services. A password manager also can help you keep track of unique, hard-to-crack passwords.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In today’s digital age, the threat of data breaches is a constant concern. Therefore, it is crucial to understand what hackers are planning to do with your data and take proactive measures to protect it. There are some other ways to make money from data described further in the article.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

The first one was about HSBC disclosing a "security incident" which, upon closer inspection, boiled down to this: The security incident that HSBC described in its letter seems to fit the characteristics of brute-force password-guessing attempts, also known as a credentials stuffing attack.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 16, 2021

The objective of shoulder surfing is to steal sensitive information such as passwords, credit card numbers or personal identification numbers (PINs) that can later be used to access accounts for financial gain. . In this article we cover the following: How Does Shoulder Surfing Happen? Tips to Help Prevent Shoulder Surfing.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 30, 2024

Always use unique, strong passwords for every account (ideally using random phrases or letters, numbers, and symbols). That way, if someone cracks your password for one account, they won’t be able to break into your other accounts as well. Two-factor authentication (2FA) can also add greater security at the point of login.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Seniors often interact more with medical providers and government agencies, two sectors that are vulnerable to hacks and data breaches. Use strong, unique passwords for every account. To keep track of passwords, sign up for a password manager app. Watch out for impersonator scams.

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