Malwarebytes

JANUARY 23, 2023

The results of our latest survey on mobile cybersecurity in K-12 and hospitals are in—and it’s not all peaches and roses. There are plenty of risks associated with mobile devices, and we ignore them at our peril. There are plenty of risks associated with mobile devices, and we ignore them at our peril.

Mobile 81

Mobile Cybersecurity Small Business Password Management 81

Security Boulevard

APRIL 30, 2024

The post Brits Ban Default Passwords — and More IoT Stupidity appeared first on Security Boulevard. Nice Cup of IoTea? The UK’s Product Security and Tele­comm­uni­cations Infra­struc­ture Act aims to improve the security of net-connected consumer gear.

IoT 135

IoT Passwords Social Engineering Telecommunications 135

SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Passwords are like the keys to our online lives, guarding our personal information, financial accounts, and the very fabric of our digital identities. However, as data breaches become more common, leaked passwords have emerged as a major cybersecurity threat. According to a report by the U.S.

Passwords 91

Passwords Data breaches Accountability Authentication 91

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 21, 2023

More than 22,000 users of Blink Mobility should take the necessary steps to protect themselves against the risk of identity theft. Los Angeles-based electric car-sharing provider Blink Mobility left a misconfigured MongoDB database open to the public.

Mobile 97

Mobile Identity Theft Passwords Phishing 97

The Last Watchdog

APRIL 28, 2022

Passwords have become ubiquitous with digital. The humble password is nothing more than a digital key that opens a door. And they use passwords to open a device, a system, an account, a file and so on. Which begs the question: why do people create their own passwords? Yet most people don’t know how to use them properly.

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Passwords Encryption Phishing Social Engineering 237

CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 7, 2022

T Mobile Business is yet to release a formal update on the incident. Currently, there is no information on whether financial information, such as credit card details and account passwords,wase stolen in the attack. NOTE 1- T Mobile Data Breach 2022 is not the first embarrassment the company is facing.

Data breaches 124

Data breaches Mobile Cyber Attacks Media 124

CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 12, 2022

The networking giant has released an authentication app that works on both Google and iOS platforms and informs its users whenever somebody logs into their account by using their username and password. The usage of Duo Mobile App is simple and takes just a few minutes to connect accounts and finish the process of set-up.

Mobile 119

Mobile Authentication Accountability Passwords 119

SecureWorld News

JUNE 29, 2023

In today's interconnected world, mobile devices have become an integral part of our lives, enabling seamless communication, productivity, and access to sensitive information. However, as reliance on mobile technology grows, so does the risk of cyber threats targeting these devices.

Mobile 80

Mobile Social Engineering IoT Phishing 80

CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 6, 2022

World Password Day is celebrated in May every year and is being done since 2013 as a group of Cybersecurity Professionals declared the first Thursday of May every year as the day to celebrate as the security day of our online lives. And remember, passwords can be stolen, compromised and can be easily forgotten.

Passwords 118

Passwords Authentication Accountability Password Management 118

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 26, 2023

F-Secure has made an official announcement that it is going to acquire the mobile security business of Lookout, and the deal might be completed by June of this year. Lookout, which established itself in business in 2009, offers Mobile Endpoint Security solutions with millions of users and hundreds of millions in funding.

Mobile 99

Mobile Marketing Password Management Antivirus 99

CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 28, 2023

In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for individuals and organizations alike. Aspiring cybersecurity researchers often wonder where to start and what areas to explore. By focusing on these areas, newcomers can gain a solid foundation and understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.

Cybersecurity 111

Cybersecurity Penetration Testing Social Engineering IoT 111

Tech Republic Security

MAY 9, 2023

Changing an Apple ID password typically isn't as simple as just entering a replacement password. The post Apple ID: 3 things to remember when changing this password appeared first on TechRepublic. Prepare more effectively for the process by remembering three key facts.

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Passwords Big data Mobile Cybersecurity 172

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

All federal agencies and private sector organizations operating in United States are being urged to follow a checklist meant to protect mobile devices and was issued by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

Mobile 129

Mobile Authentication Phishing Passwords 129

Malwarebytes

MAY 4, 2023

Fact : 77% of organizations are convinced they're capable of protecting their mobile devices—smartphones, tablets, and laptops (including Chromebooks)—from cybersecurity threats. Another fact : A third of those organizations aren't protecting their mobile devices at all. Use a mobile device management (MDM) platform.

Small Business 89

Small Business Mobile Phishing Authentication 89

Krebs on Security

AUGUST 16, 2018

An entrepreneur and virtual currency investor is suing AT&T for $224 million, claiming the wireless provider was negligent when it failed to prevent thieves from hijacking his mobile account and stealing millions of dollars in cryptocurrencies. On June 11, 2017, Terpin’s phone went dead. ” AN ‘IDENTITY CRISIS’?

Mobile 236

Mobile Cryptocurrency Accountability Authentication 236

CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 26, 2021

As the Pegasus malware nuisance is slowly found politically gripping the entire world, companies offering security solutions to mobile users are getting busy in finding out a solution that helps protect against the infection repercussions caused by the Pegasus Malware.

Mobile 142

Mobile Malware Surveillance Software 142

Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The idea behind Android banking trojans—and all cyber trojans—is simple: Much like the fabled “Trojan Horse” which, the story goes, carried a violent surprise for the city of Troy, Android banking trojans can be found on the internet disguised as benign, legitimate mobile apps that, once installed on a device, reveal more sinister intentions.

Banking 142

Banking Passwords Accountability Malware 142

CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 19, 2021

As the media around the world is busy speculating about the targets related to Pegasus Mobile Spying malware, Apple Inc, the American company that is into the production of iPhones has issued a press statement that its engineers are working on a fix to protect the users from becoming victims to the said spying Israeli malware.

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Spyware Mobile Media Malware 145

CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 13, 2022

Especially, the Pegasus software surveillance revelations have left many in the mobile world baffled. AppLockGo Application – This app offers a fingerprint, password or PIN lock and helps secure gallery, SMSes, Contacts and social media apps along with the settings app. star rating on an average.

Mobile 130

Mobile Surveillance Media Encryption 130

The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 19, 2021

At the start of this week, word got out that hackers claimed to have seized personal data for as many as 100 million T-Mobile patrons. Last Watchdog convened a roundtable of cybersecurity experts to discuss the ramifications, which seem all too familiar. For T-Mobile, this is the sixth major breach since 2018.

Mobile 306

Mobile Data breaches Authentication Accountability 306

Security Affairs

JULY 10, 2021

Mint Mobile discloses a data breach, an unauthorized attacker gained access to subscribers’ account information and ported phone numbers. Mint Mobile is an American telecommunications company which sells mobile phone services and operates as an MVNO on T-Mobile’s cellular network in the United States.

Mobile 135

Mobile Data breaches Telecommunications Passwords 135

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 11, 2024

Nearly a quarter of participants highlighted cybersecurity as a priority for 2024, according to a study conducted by Kaspersky on New Year's digital resolutions. The post 2024 Digital Resolutions: Use Stronger Passwords appeared first on Security Boulevard.

Passwords 72

Passwords Cybersecurity Data privacy Risk 72

CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 3, 2023

Mobile device management (MDM) refers to a type of software that allows businesses to manage, configure and secure mobile devices used by their employees. ESIMs, or embedded SIM cards can enhance the security of mobile devices even further by allowing businesses to remotely manage and secure their devices.

Mobile 127

Mobile Data breaches Cyber threats Software 127

CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Password compromise- Almost all devices offered by Samsung are equipped with innovative biometric authentication technology such as fingerprint, IRIS, and password secure. The post Samsung offers Mobile Security protection as below appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. So, why think much about security?

Mobile 132

Mobile Firmware Manufacturing Passwords 132

SecureWorld News

MARCH 21, 2024

"March Madness is a prime opportunity for cybercriminals to deploy phishing lures, malicious apps, and social engineering tactics," warns Krishna Vishnubhotla, VP of Product Strategy at mobile security firm Zimperium. Follow SecureWorld News for more stories related to cybersecurity.

Cybersecurity 88

Cybersecurity Social Engineering Phishing Mobile 88

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 16, 2023

NortonLifeLock is warning customers their passwords are loose. The post Another Password Manager Breach: NortonLifeLock Apes LastPass appeared first on Security Boulevard. First LastPass, now this?

Password Management 144

Password Management Passwords Social Engineering Security Awareness 144

CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 10, 2022

UK Finance, a banking trade governing body in Britain discovered in its research that the first two quarters of the year 2021 witnessed £350 million cyber fraud committed because of the usage of an insecure password by online banking customers and warned that it could become a national security threat within no time.

Passwords 126

Passwords Banking Accountability Mobile 126

Adam Levin

AUGUST 27, 2018

Wireless company T-Mobile suffered a data breach affecting more than 2 million of its 77 million customers. T-Mobile’s cybersecurity team identified the breach on August 20th, and took steps to stop the “unauthorized data leak,” before alerting affected customers via text within days of the event.

Data breaches 123

Data breaches Mobile Wireless Passwords 123

eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

The 2023 vendor surveys arriving this quarter paint a picture of a cybersecurity landscape under attack, with priority issues affecting deployment, alert response, and exposed vulnerabilities. This article details two major findings from the report: five major cybersecurity threats and prioritization problems.

Cybersecurity 119

Cybersecurity DDOS Penetration Testing Passwords 119

Malwarebytes

JANUARY 22, 2023

T-Mobile has announced that an attacker has accessed "limited types of information" on customers. According to the press release, no passwords, payment card information, social security numbers, government ID numbers or other financial account information were compromised. It says it is informing impacted customers.

Mobile 84

Mobile Data breaches Accountability Cybersecurity 84

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 30, 2020

T-Mobile has disclosed a data breach that exposed customers’ network information (CPNI), including phone numbers and calls records. T-Mobile has disclosed a data breach exposing customers’ account’s information. The T-Mobile security staff discovered “malicious, unauthorized access” to their systems.

Data breaches 128

Data breaches Mobile Telecommunications Wireless 128

Approachable Cyber Threats

JANUARY 12, 2022

On December 27, 2021 multiple cybersecurity media outlets began reporting on LastPass users who believed their master passwords had been stolen. LastPass is a “password manager” with both a web-based interface and mobile app that can help you generate, store, and access all of the ways you secure your favorite services.

Passwords 106

Passwords Password Management Accountability Authentication 106

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Businesses are striving to create better customer experiences, but reliance on password-based authentication is holding them back. The post Are Passwords Killing Your Customer Experience? appeared first on Security Boulevard.

Passwords 75

Passwords Authentication Security Awareness Risk 75

Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

wireless carriers today detailed a new initiative that may soon let Web sites eschew passwords and instead authenticate visitors by leveraging data elements unique to each customer’s phone and mobile subscriber account, such as location, customer reputation, and physical attributes of the device. The four major U.S.

Mobile 208

Mobile Authentication Wireless Scams 208

Duo's Security Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

"Based on FIDO standards, passkeys are a replacement for passwords that provide faster, easier, and more secure sign-ins to websites and apps across a user’s devices. Unlike passwords, passkeys are always strong and phishing resistant. The FIDO Alliance asserts that passkeys are a replacement for passwords.

Passwords 98

Passwords Authentication Insurance Cyber Insurance 98

The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 24, 2022

It involves regularly changing passwords and inventorying sensitive data. In addition, educating employees about cybersecurity issues can help to reinforce the security-minded culture of the organization and change employee behaviour. Change passwords regularly. The best practice is to change passwords every 90 days.

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Passwords Security Awareness Data breaches Cybersecurity 214

CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Google seems to have taken mobile security and data privacy on a serious note, as it is clear in its latest preview of its Android 12 Operating System. Confirmed sources say that Android 12 will insist for a 6 character password that has to be an Alpha-Numeric one tucked with a special character.

Mobile 112

Mobile Data privacy Passwords Marketing 112