Identity IQ

MAY 15, 2021

Passwords are your first line of defense for protecting your digital identity. As important as they are, however, about 52 percent of people still use the same passwords across multiple accounts and 24 percent use a variation of common passwords that are easy to hack. Hackers employ different strategies to steal your passwords.

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CSO Magazine

JANUARY 4, 2023

Every business needs a secure way to collect, manage, and authenticate passwords. Storing passwords in the browser and sending one-time access codes by SMS or authenticator apps can be bypassed by phishing. To read this article in full, please click here Unfortunately, no method is foolproof.

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Schneier on Security

MARCH 15, 2019

An article I co-wrote -- my first law journal article -- was cited by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court -- the state supreme court -- in a case on compelled decryption. For simplicity, we use "password" throughout. See generally, Kerr & Schneier, Encryption Workarounds, 106 Geo. 989, 990, 994, 998 (2018).

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CSO Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2023

On November 30, 2022, password manager LastPass informed customers of a cybersecurity incident following unusual activity within a third-party cloud storage service. While LastPass claims that users’ passwords remain safely encrypted, it admitted that certain elements of customers’ information have been exposed.

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Adam Levin

AUGUST 31, 2018

Air Canada is advising customers to reset their passwords on their mobile application after detecting a potential data breach of customer records. million users to reset their passwords. “We Due to the large volume, some customers may experience a delay in the process to change their passwords,” the airline added. 22-24, 2018.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 5, 2023

In this article, we will explore actionable steps to protect your privacy online and ensure a safer digital presence. Use Strong and Unique Passwords : One of the most basic yet critical steps is to create strong, unique passwords for your online accounts. It masks your IP address and helps maintain your anonymity online.

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Schneier on Security

MAY 30, 2023

It’s neither hard nor expensive : Unlike password authentication, which requires a direct match between what is inputted and what’s stored in a database, fingerprint authentication determines a match using a reference threshold. Other news articles. Research paper.

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CSO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The vulnerability meant that a malicious user could easily trick a vulnerable web server into sending sensitive information, including usernames and passwords. To read this article in full, please click here

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CSO Magazine

JULY 27, 2022

We have our normal password management processes, password storage tools, and encryption processes. A device with critical passwords is stolen. To read this article in full, please click here Doing so requires multiple backups, cloud resources, and tested backup and recovery processes. Then disaster strikes.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 21, 2022

Introduction: KoreLogic's Crack Me if You Can (CMIYC) is one of the oldest as most established password cracking competitions. It really surprised me how much I referred back to that article when I was competing in this contest. Tip #1: Make use of John the Ripper *2John utilities to crack encrypted files.

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SecureList

APRIL 15, 2024

They generated a custom version of the ransomware, which used the aforementioned account credential to spread across the network and perform malicious activities, such as killing Windows Defender and erasing Windows Event Logs in order to encrypt the data and cover its tracks. In this article, we revisit the LockBit 3.0

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2022

In this article, we will discuss 15 of the most important cybersecurity measures. This means that in addition to your password, you will also need a second factor, such as a code from a key fob or a fingerprint, to access your data. Data encryption. In the cloud era, data encryption is more important than ever.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 3, 2023

To protect against those threats, a Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) encryption protocol is recommended. WPA2 is a security protocol that secures wireless networks using the advanced encryption standard (AES). WEP and WPA are both under 4%, while WPA2 commands a 73% share of known wireless encryption connections.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 4, 2023

In this article, we will discuss 10 effective ways to protect your privacy online. 1. Use Strong Passwords: Strong passwords are the first line of defense against hackers. Avoid using easy-to-guess passwords like “123456” or “password.”

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Krebs on Security

OCTOBER 2, 2023

j/5551112222 Zoom has an option to include an encrypted passcode within a meeting invite link, which simplifies the process for attendees by eliminating the need to manually enter the passcode. To learn all the ways to add a passcode for your meetings, see this support article.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

So in this article we’ll focus on what threats affect you directly and how you can protect yourself. We have seen news of ChatGPT leaking user’s information and law enforcement asking for backdoors in encryption routines. AMOS malware can steal passwords from browsers and Apple’s Keychain, as well as grab files.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 28, 2023

This article aims to provide a comprehensive list of cybersecurity research topics suitable for beginners, helping them delve into the fundamentals of this rapidly evolving field. Cryptography: Dive into the world of cryptography, studying symmetric and asymmetric encryption, digital signatures, and cryptographic algorithms.

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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.)

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Bleeping Computer reports that individuals behind Venus ransomware are breaking into “publicly exposed Remote Desktop services”, with the intention of encrypting any and all Windows devices. Do not rename encrypted files. The victim notes that RDP was password protected, but it seems the password may not have been enough.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In this article, we cover ten tips to help prevent identity theft, specifically tailored to the needs of those serving in the armed forces. To help stay protected and ensure their information remains safe, military members should consider using lockable filing cabinets, shredding documents, and using encrypted digital storage.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 31, 2021

Passwords have been used to gain access to computers since at least 1961, when an operating system at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology implemented the need for login credentials. Over the following decades, as threats have evolved, there have been seesaw-like reactions to adapting password tactics. “In

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 17, 2022

Secrets refer to sensitive pieces of information including encryption keys, authentication tokens, and passwords. To read this article in full, please click here

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 24, 2022

A new strain of ransomware has been making victims for the past two months, masquerading as a Google software update application and reusing an open-source password management library for encryption. To read this article in full, please click here

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Security Affairs

MARCH 3, 2021

The vulnerability is related to the possibility to launch a bruteforce attack to guess the seven-digit security code that is sent via email or SMS as a method of verification in password reset procedure. “Once we receive the 7 digit security code, we will have to enter it to reset the password. .” ” the expert wrote.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The protection of your priceless digital assets will be guaranteed by this article’s discussion of the best techniques for protecting your Bitcoin wallet.Bu Use strong passwords, 2FA. The security of your Bitcoin wallet is mostly dependent on the strength of your passwords. Update frequently. Secure your network, device.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 19, 2023

To make sure that your time spent online is enjoyable and risk-free, this article provides seven simple internet safety tips. There are threats that can spread from one file to another, encrypt your files, or monitor what you do. Your credit card numbers or passwords are protected when entered on that site.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In this article, we share excerpts from our reports on the FakeSG campaign, the Akira ransomware and the AMOS stealer. For example, the list of folders excluded from the encryption process is exactly the same. The initial version, written in Go, had typical stealer features, such as stealing passwords, files, browser data and so on.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 4, 2021

In this article, we cover some database security best practices that can help keep your databases safe from attackers. This can provide authorized users with a temporary password with the privileges they require each time they need to access a database. Password hashes should be stored encrypted and salted.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Encryption uses mathematical algorithms to transform and encode data so that only authorized parties can access it. What Encryption Is and How It Relates to Cryptology The science of cryptography studies codes, how to create them, and how to solve them. How Does Encryption Process Data? How Does Encryption Process Data?

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Apple's messaging app, iMessage, already uses end-to-end encryption so that messages can only be read by the sender and recipients. In what can be considered another step towards a password-less future , Security Keys for Apple ID will give users the choice to use third-party hardware security keys. 3 new features.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 12, 2023

We have reached out to DTC for comment but have yet to receive a reply before publishing this article. Businesses employ MongoDB to organize and store large swaths of document-oriented information. DTC app has over 100,000 downloads on the Google Play store. What kind of data did the DTC app leak?

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In this article, we will explore the motivations of the hackers, which threat actors target which data, how to protect yourself or your organization against these threat actors, and most importantly what these threat actors do with your data. There are some other ways to make money from data described further in the article.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 27, 2023

In this article, we will explore the concept of smartphone ransomware, its potential consequences, and most importantly, the measures you can take to protect yourself from this growing menace. Here are a few potential risks: 1. Data Loss: Ransomware can encrypt your valuable data, making it inaccessible until you pay the ransom.

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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. Learn about strong password creation, multi-factor authentica-tion, secure browsing habits, and data encryption.

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SecureList

MARCH 12, 2024

Distribution of Sensitive Data Exposure vulnerabilities by risk level, 2021–2023 ( download ) Among the sensitive data we identified during our analysis were plaintext one-time passwords and credentials, full paths to web application publish directories and other internal information that could be used to understand the application architecture.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 29, 2021

In a revision of KnowledgeBase article KB5005413 , Microsoft has provided more elaborate mitigation instructions for the PetitPotam attacks that were disclosed a week ago. The attack could force remote Windows systems to reveal password hashes that could then be easily cracked. PetitPotam. Pass the hash. The hash is enough.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 3, 2024

This article delves into the various biometric authentication methods, explaining how they work and how biometrics can help prevent identity theft. For years, we’ve relied on traditional methods like passwords, PINs, and security questions to verify our identities. What are Biometrics?

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