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Google Authenticator now supports Google Account synchronization

Google Security

Christiaan Brand, Group Product Manager We are excited to announce an update to Google Authenticator , across both iOS and Android, which adds the ability to safely backup your one-time codes (also known as one-time passwords or OTPs) to your Google Account.

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Why Schools are Low-Hanging Fruit for Cybercriminals

IT Security Guru

Limited Data Backup and Recovery Plans Attacks using ransomware are more common than ever, and schools are not exempt from this danger. The lack of robust data backup and recovery policies in educational institutions makes them more vulnerable to ransomware assaults that encrypt data. Regularly back up your data.

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BEST PRACTICES – 9 must-do security protocols companies must embrace to stem remote work risks

The Last Watchdog

Passwords for accounts should be unique for every account and should compromise a long string of distinct characters, lower and upper case letters, and numbers. It is difficult to remember all passwords. That is where a password manager for business comes in to help keep track of passwords. Set up firewalls.

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How to work from home securely, the NSA way

Malwarebytes

Consider how many folks will only decide to start making backups once they've lost everything for the first time. This isn't mentioned, but you should consider changing the default password when you first boot up the router. Use a password manager and two-factor authentication (2FA).

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Sony was attacked by two ransomware operators

Malwarebytes

Create a plan for patching vulnerabilities in internet-facing systems quickly; and disable or harden remote access like RDP and VPNs. Create offsite, offline backups. Keep backups offsite and offline, beyond the reach of attackers. Change your password. You can make a stolen password useless to thieves by changing it.

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Clouding the issue: what cloud threats lie in wait in 2022?

Malwarebytes

The linked article focuses on misconfiguration, phishing issues, limiting data share, and the ever-present Internet of Things. So-called “cold wallets” are typically offline hardware devices, with no internet capability and the ability to manage only a few types of digital currency. Below, we dig into a few of those.

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Cybersecurity for Nonprofits: Cost-Effective Defense Strategies

SecureWorld News

Some of the most effective ones you can implement include: Employing employee training and awareness With human error often being the weakest link in any company’s operations, it's vital for nonprofits to educate their staff and volunteers, which includes safe internet practices and recognizing potential threats that exist.