Heimadal Security

APRIL 5, 2022

Phishing is a malicious technique used by cybercriminals to gather sensitive information (credit card data, usernames, and passwords, etc.) The data gathered through phishing can be used for financial theft, identity theft, gaining unauthorized […]. from users.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Here are the top ten most popular IdentityIQ blogs: How to Spot a Fake Shopping Website This Holiday Season. 8 Common Identity Theft Scams. Scam School: Bad Practices on Social Media Could Put Your Identity at Risk. Scam School: Bad Practices on Social Media Could Put Your Identity at Risk.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

authorities arrested a 19-year-old Florida man charged with wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and conspiring with others to use SIM-swapping to steal cryptocurrency. Those who submitted credentials were then prompted to provide the one-time password needed for multi-factor authentication. 9, 2024, U.S. According to an Aug.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 2, 2024

This blog post was written based on research carried out by Jérôme Segura. The miscreants may have installed password stealers or other Trojans to capture your keystrokes. Change all your passwords. Windows password, email, banking, etc.) That should cut the remote session and kick them out of your computer.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 20, 2023

Last year, a staggering 61% of identity misuse cases reported to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) were the result of a prevalent social engineering scam known as an existing account takeover (ATO). You can better protect yourself by understanding the connection between social engineering and identity theft.

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Webroot

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The risk of becoming a victim of identity theft has never been greater. According to the Federal Trade Commissioner (FTC), incidents of identity theft and related fraud rose nationwide in the United State in 2021. million fraud and identity theft reports in 2021. Consumers lost more than 5.8

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Identity IQ

JULY 3, 2023

According to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), last year there was a 13% increase in reports of misuse for both new and existing accounts compared to the year prior. Account misuse can result in alarming repercussions, including privacy breaches, financial losses, and identity theft.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 31, 2024

From SpyCloud’s blog: “a small number of individual breaches totaling a large number of records – approximately 1.6 As Troy Hunt of HaveIBeenPwned pointed out on his blog, there is a data breach “personal stash” ecosystem. That leaves a lot of new records.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 24, 2024

How to Help Protect Your Digital Footprint IdentityIQ Every click, search, and interaction online contributes to your digital footprint – an intricate trail of data that encapsulates your digital identity. Be Mindful of Your Online Accounts Your online accounts are key access points to your digital identity.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In October we reported that the data of as many as seven million 23andMe customers were for sale on criminal forums following a password attack against the genomics company. Now, a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has provided some more insight into the data theft. Change your password.

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Identity IQ

MAY 22, 2023

This blog explores the ins and outs of dark web monitoring, including what it is, how it works, and whether it’s worth investing in for your protection. Dark web monitoring is a service that scans the dark web for stolen personal information, such as credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, passwords, and other sensitive data.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 18, 2021

million current T-Mobile postpaid customer accounts’ information appears to be contained in the stolen files, as well as just over 40 million records of former or prospective customers who had previously applied for credit with T-Mobile,” the company wrote in a blog post. . “Our preliminary analysis is that approximately 7.8

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Identity IQ

MAY 15, 2023

This blog delves into the specifics of juice jacking, including how it operates, the various attack types, the associated risks, measures to help safeguard yourself, and actions to take if you fall prey to it. Finally, you should change all your passwords and monitor your financial accounts for suspicious activity.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

In fact, last year 55% of identity crime cases reported to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) were due to compromised credentials. In this blog, we provide you with ten actionable ways to safeguard your digital identity, focusing specifically on how to prevent compromised credentials.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

In fact, last year 55% of identity crime cases reported to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) were due to compromised credentials. In this blog, we provide you with ten actionable ways to safeguard your digital identity, focusing specifically on how to prevent compromised credentials.

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Adam Levin

DECEMBER 3, 2018

Hackenproof, the Estonian cybersecurity company that found the data trove online, announced their discovery on their blog. Shodan’s most popular search terms include “unprotected webcams” and “routers with default passwords.” Side note: always change the default password on your devices.). 32 million SkyBrasil customers.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 6, 2023

How to Freeze Your Credit IdentityIQ Keeping your identity safe from theft is crucial, and freezing your credit is an effective way to do so. In this blog, we explain how to freeze your credit, why it’s important, and share tips for protecting your financial identity. What Is a Credit Freeze?

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2023

The leaked information included names, phone numbers, emails, private communication via SMS messages, passwords, and employees’ credentials. Although leaked passwords were not in plain text, they were hashed using the easily crackable WordPress MD5/phpass hashing algorithm. One of them is identity theft.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 10, 2023

This day serves as an annual reminder to increase awareness and education for leaders, IT decision-makers and the general public on the importance of identity management. The dangers of improper management of digital identities are at an all-time high. Why is identity management and security important in 2023?

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

This blog will discuss what you can do if you accidentally open a spam email on your smartphone. You can take a few steps to help prevent data or identity theft in situations like this. Personal information settings can also be adjusted to help avoid identity theft.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Online holiday shopping brings game-changing convenience to busy shoppers, but without the proper safety best practices, online shoppers can be vulnerable to hackers, identity theft , and all other kinds of scams. Changing your passwords and reviewing your online security settings as soon as possible is also crucial.

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Webroot

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Comprehensive antivirus protection will also provide password protection for your online accounts through secure encryption. You’ll also have the ability to secure your smartphones, online passwords and enable custom-built protection if you own a Chromebook. Antivirus enables users to be forewarned about dangerous sites in advance.

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Duo's Security Blog

MAY 23, 2023

Your passwords are on the internet. Talks of passkeys, passphrases, and even password less all point in one direction: eroding faith in the previously trusty password tucked under your keyboard. These habits highlight the need for more modern password technology and stronger authentication methods.

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Security Affairs

MAY 8, 2023

NextGen Healthcare declared to have taken measures to contain the security breach, including resetting passwords, and further reinforcing the security of its systems. NextGen Healthcare is also offering impacted individuals 24 months of free fraud detection and identity theft protection through Experian’s IdentityWorks product.

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Webroot

JANUARY 4, 2023

Webroot Premium with AIP includes anti-virus protection for up to five devices, identity protection for one individual with up to $500,000 in fraud expense reimbursement*, up to $50,000 in stolen funds reimbursement*, and a password manager and secure browser for privacy. Allstate Identity Protection Legal Disclaimer.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

This blog sheds light on what smart TV scams are, how they work, and how you can help protect yourself from falling victim to them. Whether you have fallen to this scam or not, use IdentityIQ identity theft protection services to help monitor your personal information. What are Smart TV Scams?

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Webroot

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The respected technology blog TechRadar has even referred to 2021 as “the year of the Chromebook.”. Even strong security can’t prevent an account from being hacked if account credentials are stolen in a phishing attack, one of the most common causes of identity theft. But many types of malware aren’t immediately obvious.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 10, 2019

From there, the attackers simply start requesting password reset links via text message for a variety of accounts tied to the hijacked phone number. They face a fifteen count indictment, including charges of wire fraud, conspiracy and aggravated identity theft (a charge that carries a mandatory two-year sentence).

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Identity IQ

MAY 9, 2023

Why Are Military Members More Vulnerable to Identity Theft? IdentityIQ As May is Military Appreciation Month, a month-long observance to honor active service members and veterans, it’s important to note that serving in the military doesn’t guarantee protection against identity theft.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 14, 2023

In this blog, we shed light on the differences between spam and phishing and provide valuable insights to help you avoid falling victim to these malicious activities What is Spam? Utilize strong, unique passwords for each online account and enable two-factor authentication whenever possible. Phishing: What’s the Difference?

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 17, 2023

Identity theft also affects around 1.4 In this blog, we will take a closer look at what privacy data is and share details about how you can keep yourself safe. If you have never been affected by a scam or issue such as identity theft, then you may not yet fully comprehend the important role that data privacy plays.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 6, 2022

This blog was written by an independent guest blogger. From hardware or software issues and hidden backdoor programs to vulnerable process controls, weak passwords, and other human errors, many problems can put your transactions at risk and leave the door open to cybercriminals. Create a verification process.

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McAfee

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

If their online bank account is secured with a password that they use for multiple online accounts, they’ve made it that much easier for a hacker to access their financial data if their credentials are exposed in a breach. . Use strong, unique passwords. password manager ?to malicious websites, and identity theft protection.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 21, 2023

In this blog post, we dive into the world of clone phishing, shedding light on what it is, the potential risks it poses, and most importantly, how to protect yourself from falling victim to it. Tips to Guard Against Clone Phishing To protect yourself against clone phishing, follow these steps: Secure your passwords.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

In a previous blog post ( [link] ) we explored the relationship between GPDR and applications in the cloud. The challenge that comes along with this, is that if all these applications are in the cloud, you would need to remember a username and password for each and every one. Compliance and visibility are also factors.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Does this phishing attack constitute a possible identity theft? Time to panic and start changing every password? Yes, I would recommend using a password vault manager software solution. By practice, you should universally change your passwords randomly throughout the year. Happy data mining!).

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Here are seven essential guidelines to help protect yourself from the deceptive tactics of scammers: Utilize IdentityIQ identity theft protection services: IdentityIQ provides comprehensive identity theft protection services to cover you and your family that can help safeguard your personal information from scammers.

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