CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 4, 2023

1. Use Strong Passwords: Strong passwords are the first line of defense against hackers. Avoid using easy-to-guess passwords like “123456” or “password.” Also, use different passwords for different online accounts. These may be phishing scams that attempt to steal your identity or money.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Common Holiday Scams and How to Avoid Them IdentityIQ The holiday season is a time for celebration, giving, and spending time with loved ones. Here are some of the most common holiday scams and how to help avoid them. Here are some of the most common holiday scams and how to help avoid them.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Use strong passwords. It is essential to ensure that all accounts are protected with strong passwords. To this day, a significant amount of people still use the password across multiple accounts, which makes it much simpler for a cybercriminal to compromise a password and take over accounts. Secure home router.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Use strong and unique passwords Passwords are your first line of defense to protecting your online accounts from hackers. That’s why your passwords should be strong : at least eight characters long with a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 19, 2020

But one increasingly brazen group of crooks is taking your standard phishing attack to the next level, marketing a voice phishing service that uses a combination of one-on-one phone calls and custom phishing sites to steal VPN credentials from employees. The employee phishing page bofaticket[.]com. Image: urlscan.io. ” SPEAR VISHING.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Decryption of your files with the help of third parties may cause increased price or you can become a victim of a scam.". You know, as opposed to being the victim of this scam instead. The victim notes that RDP was password protected, but it seems the password may not have been enough.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 22, 2021

Update passwords for all online accounts to protect against any potential credential stuffing attacks. 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.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 5, 2021

Lil’ skimmer, the Magecart impersonator What is the WireGuard VPN protocol ? Last week on Malwarebytes Labs: Is it Game Over for VR Advergaming ? Other cybersecurity news.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 28, 2023

Having a cybersecurity plan ensures that you remain protected against data breaches, phishing scams , and other cybercrimes. One thing you should know here is that simple passwords are easier to crack; therefore, setting up a complex password is necessary. On top of that, turn on two factor authentication.

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Javvad Malik

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Cloud usage has increased, we’ve seen VPN’s crop up everywhere, and the shiny hotness that is MFA (multi factor authentication). At the beginning of lockdown, we saw phishing emails which claimed to be from IT asking unwitting staff to download the latest VPN. Spoiler alert, it wasn’t a VPN.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2023

Keys, such as strong passwords, unique codes, or biometric scans, can be given to trusted individuals to access your resources from a distance. The technologies for secure remote access can range from VPNs and multi-factor authentication to more advanced access and zero trust controls.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 20, 2022

So update those apps that need updating and uninstall those that waste space; scan your devices with a trusty malware scanner , and change any duplicate passwords. 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).

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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. Weak or Limited Number of Passwords. There is a reason why using passwords such as “password1” or “1234” are inadvisable: they are very easy to guess.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 22, 2021

Update passwords for all online accounts to protect against any potential credential stuffing attacks. 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.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The FBI provided the following mitigations to protect against ransomware attacks: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Use multifactor authentication with strong pass phrases where possible. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts. Consider installing and using a VPN.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

Regularly back up data, password protect backup copies offline. Use multifactor authentication where possible. Use strong passwords and regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, implementing the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts.

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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.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 20, 2021

a demo for anti-virus software, VPN, music players, photo editing or online games) to hijack the channel of YouTube creators. Once hijacked the channel, attackers either sell it to the highest bidder or employ it in cryptocurrency scam scheme. “Most of the observed malware was capable of stealing both user passwords and cookies.

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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. Confirm the senders and recipients of messages.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 20, 2023

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 the victim’s accounts. So, you enter your username and password and carry on. Avoid Reusing Passwords. Utilize a Secure Password Manager.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Sign in to iCloud with your Apple ID and password. Transfer your MFA apps A step which is easily forgotten but very very important is making sure you transfer your account verification apps, like Okta, Google Authenticator, Microsoft 2FA, Authy, etc.) On the Apps & Data screen, tap Restore from iCloud Backup.

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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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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

This hoax involves what's called a captive portal, which is a web page that prompts users to enter personal information or login credentials, such as usernames and passwords. If that's a no-go for whatever reason, a Wi-Fi VPN can do the heavy lifting in terms of traffic encryption.

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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. Furthermore, most consumer-oriented threats focus on stealing data (passwords, credit card information, etc).

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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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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Making a cybersecurity list, checking it twice This year, give yourself the gift of peace of mind by following our Core 4 behaviors: Protect each account with a unique, complex password that is at least 12 characters long—and use a password manager! Use multi-factor authentication ( MFA ) for any account that allows it.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Invest in a strong VPN. A VPN can provide access to a remote company server, as well as other systems, tools, and software. But while VPNs can be extremely useful for businesses, they can also present issues if they are not managed effectively. Remote workers are more likely than ever to use a company virtual private network.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Phishing and smishing scams impersonate a legitimate person over email or text messages to trick you into taking action , like providing sensitive information or downloading a virus. Password theft. When a criminal obtains your password, they can use it to access sensitive information or internal business systems.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 24, 2024

Strengthen your defenses by creating unique and complex passwords for each account. Consider employing a password manager to organize and track them securely. Whenever possible, it is best to add an extra layer of protection by enabling two-factor authentication.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Phishing scams. This includes passwords, user information, and banking details. Hackers tailor their scams using advanced psychology tricks. Email and spear phishing are the two most common types of scams. Phishing scams are the most common example of human error. Using weak passwords. Email Misdelivery .

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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. Don’t know what HaveIBeenPwned is?

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Avoid using public Wi-Fi networks without also protecting your data by using a virtual private network (VPN). Consider setting habits for secure data management, like regular password updates and enabling two-factor authentication. Use secure websites and be wary of sharing information on public platforms.

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Security Affairs

MAY 11, 2020

To maximize your network security, always protect your router with a unique password and use an encrypted network. 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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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Users can help protect their personal data by using a VPN and protecting each of their web accounts with a strong, unique password. At the same time, organizations should take steps to protect their employees against scams that use the Rugby World Cup as a lure.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Simple or reused passwords are still a problem. While the cybersecurity industry has presented options for every netizen, the recommendation to use original and complex passwords continues to be disregarded. Instead, people come up with passwords that are comfortable. It can be prevented through the use of an online VPN.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

Below is a list of recommended mitigations from the FBI, which it issued along with an alert on Conti ransomware late last week: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Use multi-factor authentication where possible. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts.

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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. Don’t make passwords easy to guess. Connect to a secure network and use a company-issued Virtual Private Network (VPN). Ensure software and security settings are up to date.

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