Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Media coverage understandably focused on GoDaddy’s admission that it suffered three different cyberattacks over as many years at the hands of the same hacking group. The goal is to convince the target to enter their credentials at a website set up by the attackers that mimics the organization’s corporate email or VPN portal.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Avoid entering any data if you see a warning message about a site’s authenticity. Also, consider using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to encrypt your data and make it unreadable to hackers. Invest in a VPN to encrypt your data and ensure websites you use have SSL/TSL certificates (look for “https” in the URL).

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Cybercriminals continued targeting gamers’ accounts filled with valuable in-game items or giving access to games on several devices, and often used in-game currency to lure victims to participate in their scams. Unfortunately, this ambiguity sets the stage for an anticipated increase in charity-related scams in 2024.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 22, 2021

If you do, chose password-protected networks and use a VPN to prevent eavesdropping on online activity Resist the urge to post on social media platforms about your activity and location. Update passwords for all online accounts to protect against any potential credential stuffing attacks.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 20, 2022

Be mindful of seasonal scams. Such scams may arrive via email, SMS, or social media. Make sure you lock your accounts behind two-factor authentication (2FA). Refrain from posting on social media about your vacation. Feel free to use a VPN. This is good practice before you leave as well. Malwarebytes has one.

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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. Common Biometric Authentication Methods Fingerprint Recognition Fingerprint recognition is arguably the most widely used and recognized biometric authentication method.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 28, 2023

Not just that, people have also realized the significance of social media platforms. During the Covid-19 pandemic when the entire world was in lockdown, social media platforms played a critical role in keeping the world connected. On top of that, turn on two factor authentication.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 22, 2021

If you do, chose password-protected networks and use a VPN to prevent eavesdropping on online activity Resist the urge to post on social media platforms about your activity and location. Update passwords for all online accounts to protect against any potential credential stuffing attacks.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 14, 2021

Most security threats faced by regular users arrive via the Internet, whether it’s a malicious app or a rigged website , a scam delivered through the user’s social media channels, or a phishing scheme carried out via email or SMS. In fact, they are more vulnerable than most of us like to think. Platform-agnostic threats.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 24, 2024

It describes the sum of your online activities, from social media interactions to website visits and online transactions. Close or delete outdated email addresses, social media accounts, and online services you no longer use. Whenever possible, it is best to add an extra layer of protection by enabling two-factor authentication.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 21, 2021

Cybercriminals know their victims reliably fall for certain scams and fail to take even rudimentary precautions against cyberattacks, and their ruthless exploitation of these vulnerabilities results in millions of breaches and billions of dollars lost every year. Use all the cybersecurity tools at your disposal.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

This includes your personally identifiable information as well as your online behavior and any authentication factors you use to verify your identity when accessing online services. Social media activity: likes, shares, comments and posts. This is particularly true for those sites that don’t require two-factor authentication.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 30, 2021

According to Privacy Shark, the VPN company who first reported on this incident , a seller called TomLiner showed them he was in possession of 700 million Linkedin user records. Start with security: Make sure you have two-factor authentication (2FA) enabled. This suggests that the data was scraped rather than breached.

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Duo's Security Blog

APRIL 20, 2023

Totaling up to billions of Australian Dollars at risk each year from hackers and various online scams, it's crucial that organisations (and individuals!) With Duo, the University team stood up integrations within days instead of the predicted weeks or months , protecting their apps and VPN.

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SecureList

JUNE 29, 2021

Some of the most popular scams include asking users to transfer money under various pretexts, asking for “nudes” to be sent which are then used as blackmail in “sextortion scams”, as well as sending links to phishing websites , where users are tricked into entering their bank card details.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

In fact, the most popular time for criminals to send emails targeting workers with funds-transfer scams is 9 a.m. Misled : Many organized cybercriminals are sophisticated about tracking executives’ schedules and crafting authentic looking emails to impersonate them. on a Tuesday. How do cybercriminals target employees?

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2020

Related: How ‘credential stuffing’ enables online fraud As a result, some CEOs admit they’ve stopped Tweeting and deleted their LinkedIn and other social media accounts – anything to help reduce their organization’s exposure to cyber criminals. This pattern has happened time and time again. It’s high time CEOs see the light.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Whether your child needs their own personal email address, an account for school, or a social media login, the advice is largely the same. Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA). Multi-factor authentication is a great step to add in on every service that offers it. 7 Internet safety tips. Keep your online accounts secure.

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Security Affairs

MAY 11, 2020

Visiting insecure websites and social media apps often paved the way for data theft and misuse. Awareness about online scams, malware and phishing emails is also necessary for employees sharing the company’s database. To resolve this issue, organizations must opt for two-factor authentication for their system.

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Security Through Education

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Expert Chris Hadnagy advises us, “Unless you’re in the security business or law enforcement, you won’t be familiar with every new scam that pops up. Watch what you post on social media; cybercriminals often use them to gather Personal Identifying Information (PII) and corporate information. Don’t make passwords easy to guess.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The hacker exploited the vulnerability and used these IoT devices to launch a massive attack on social media platforms. Some of the major social media platforms, including Twitter, were down for a couple of hours. Phishing is also one of the prominent threats relating to scams and fraudulent offers that arrive in users’ inboxes.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 6, 2022

In fact, the group often announces its hacks on social media. “They would just keep jamming a few individuals to get [remote] access, read some onboarding documents, enroll a new 2FA [two-factor authentication method] and exfiltrate code or secrets, like a smash-and-grab,” the CXO said. ADVANCED PERSISTENT TEENAGERS.

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SecureList

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Additionally, we looked at the phishing activity around gaming, specifically that related to cybersports tournaments, bookmakers, gaming marketplaces, and gaming platforms, and found numerous examples of scams that target gamers and esports fans. The scheme encourages users to log in using their social media credentials. Key findings.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Some threat actors carry out phishing attacks using social media and networking platforms, such as Twitter or LinkedIn. Phishing scams remain such a widely used attack vector because of their efficiency. Some phishing scams are so convincing that they can fool even seasoned security professionals.

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Adam Levin

JANUARY 2, 2019

It’s still a relatively uncommon exploit, but if you are visibly in possession of something hackers want–whether it’s a cool “OG” handle on social media, cryptocurrency or the codes to launch nuclear war–the assaults on attractive targets will increase in 2019.

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Security Affairs

MAY 29, 2019

This data may include your personal and secretive details like emails, social media accounts, passwords, bank details, and other crucial stuff. You must always be cautious while browsing any site on the internet as it is a world full of scams and cons. Opt for VPN. Browse Safely.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 15, 2020

It was the summer cyberattack that had social media buzzing. People like Barack Obama, Bill Gates, Kim Kardashian West, Jeff Bezos, and Elon Musk were suddenly tweeting about a can't miss double your bitcoin opportunity, that was really a scam. New York Investigation blames Twitter for lax cybersecurity in attack. and 10 a.m.

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