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GUEST ESSAY: Understanding the security limits of the static and dynamic passwords we rely on

The Last Watchdog

In other words, dynamic passwords are changeable static passwords. Dynamic passwords need to be securely managed. Online and offline password managers come into play here. However, password managers introduce the problem of risk concentration, or putting all of one’s eggs in a single basket.

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Gmail Under Siege: FBI Warns of Unusual AI-Driven Phishing Attacks

eSecurity Planet

With cybercriminals using advanced artificial intelligence algorithms to create more convincing fraudulent messages, the FBIs message is simple and uncompromising: Do not click on anything. AI-Enhanced Cyberthreats Recent intelligence indicates that the sophistication of Gmail phishing campaigns has reached new heights.

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How AI was used in an advanced phishing campaign targeting Gmail users

Malwarebytes

In May, 2024, the FBI warned about the increasing threat of cybercriminals using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their scams. Around the same time, users receive legitimate looking emails from what appears to be an authentic Google domain to add credibility to what the caller is claiming to have happened.

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Passwords in the age of AI: We need to find alternatives

Malwarebytes

For decades, passwords have been our default method for keeping online accounts safe. But in the age of artificial intelligence, this traditional security method is facing challenges it was never built to withstand. Does that make the password obsolete? Use a password manager to help remember all the passwords.

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National Consumer Protection Week: Keeping your personal data safe in a digitally connected world

Webroot

Online shopping scams An online shopping scam usually involves a fake online store or app, which appears legitimate and is promoted on social media or other authentic websites. Financial fraud With the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), financial fraud tactics are growing more sophisticated, and sadly, they often target older people.

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The 3 biggest cybersecurity threats to small businesses

Malwarebytes

When people and businesses reuse passwords across accounts, hackers find an easy way in. These attachments could contain malware that steals passwords, data, and multifactor authentication codes.

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Hackers take over 1.1 million accounts by trying reused passwords

Malwarebytes

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. They can help you create strong passwords and remember them for you. Then find out which credentials are at risk.

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