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Taking on the Next Generation of Phishing Scams

Google Security

Password managers that can validate the identity of the web page before logging in. That's why, if we are to offer phishing-resistant security to everyone, we have to offer backups when security keys aren't available—and those backups must also be secure enough to prevent attackers from taking advantage of them.

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

Malwarebytes

It’s a bit like the difference between using an online, cloud based password manager run by a third-party company, or running a totally local password manager operated by you and you alone. Targets who keep all files in the cloud only (no local or offsite backups) are great marks for blackmailers.

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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.

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Security Affairs newsletter Round 232

Security Affairs

A flaw in LastPass password manager leaks credentials from previous site. Backup files for Lion Air and parent airlines exposed and exchanged on forums. Crooks hacked other celebrity Instagram accounts to push scams. A bug in Instagram exposed user accounts and phone numbers.

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How to deactivate or delete your Facebook account

Malwarebytes

It may even keep some data in backup storage for legal issues as part of its data policy. There are steps you can take to better manage your privacy and security on Facebook. Here are some tips that may help: Set a long, unique password for your Facebook account. You can use a trusted password manager to make the task easier.

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Top 7 MFA Bypass Techniques and How to Defend Against Them

SecureWorld News

Take, for instance, Google's account security settings which allow you to download a list of backup codes intended for future use. However, should this list or even just one of the backup codes fall into the wrong hands, the attacker would have unimpeded access to the account, despite the active MFA. Regularly update your software.

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How to secure a Mac for your kids

Malwarebytes

The only backup people ever regret is the one they didn't make. Install a password manager. A password manager is software for creating and remember strong passwords. They are your last line of defense against system-altering malware, bad software updates, hardware failure and theft, and simple mistakes.