Threatpost

MARCH 5, 2019

Consumer confidence in companies keeping their data safe is at an all-time low, but password hygiene and not reading EULAs and app permissions remain big problems.

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IT Security Guru

JUNE 30, 2021

Password Vaults, SSO and Virtual Private Networks. Password vaults, also described as password managers, are encrypted vaults that digitally store usernames and passwords. They are used to manage all of the passwords that an individual maintains to access software applications and websites.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 22, 2023

On June 8, she will lead a panel discussion on "The Future of Privacy and Cyber: AI, Quantum and Mind Readers," joined by Monique Ferraro, Cyber Counsel, HSB Insurance; Karen Painter Randall, Partner and Chair, Cybersecurity Data Privacy and Incident Response, Connell Foley LLP; and Violet Sullivan, VP of Client Engagement, Redpoint Cyber.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Weak passwords are the easiest way hackers can hack into a system. Organizations must have a robust password policy. One way to help enforce such a policy is by providing employees with a password manager for easy password generation and storage. SecurityAffairs – hacking, data breaches).

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Popular password manager LastPass announced that some of their source code was stolen, but that no customer passwords were compromised in a recent data breach disclosure, an Israeli researcher has discovered a new method to exfiltrate data from air-gapped systems using the LED indicators on network cards, and details about the Twitter whistleblower (..)

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Use a strong and unique password for all accounts and sites. A long passphrase that cannot be found in a dictionary is one recommendation for a strong password; the use of a Password Manager is highly recommended. When possible, you should use multi-factor authentication (MFA) to help protect your accounts.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

In addition, few companies can provide access to password management software or VPNs to protect their internet connection and credentials and maintain security on rogue Wi-Fi networks. Statistics also reveal that only 17% of small businesses encrypt their data, which is alarming.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The frustration is particularly evident in mundane yet essential tasks such as password management. Nearly half of the workforce (48%) express annoyance with constant password resets, a seemingly trivial issue that can cumulatively lead to significant productivity losses.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2022

Hackers can use password-cracking software to brute-force their way into your account if you use a weak password, so make sure yours is strong. Use a password manager. A password manager is a software application that helps you manage your passwords.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 11, 2020

Still, over time, they’ve been woven into baseline data security regulations far and wide. NIST specs are echoed in the data loss disclosure and data privacy laws that have cropped up in many U.S. Two meaningful steps every person can take, right now, is to begin routinely using a password manager and encrypted browsers.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 29, 2022

Good password hygiene and password managers. “If If a password is weak or reused across multiple accounts, it will eventually be compromised.” Salt Security says in their recommendations for how to defend against credential stuffing. content delivery network Akamai concluded in its State of the Internet report.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Bush and Congress in 2004 to help individuals protect themselves online as threats to technology and data privacy became more commonplace. Using strong passwords and a password manager. Cybersecurity Awareness Month was first declared by President George W. Updating software. Recognizing and reporting phishing.

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McAfee

JANUARY 28, 2020

It’s Data Privacy Day and when it comes down to it, most of us don’t know exactly how many organizations have our data—let alone how it’s being collected or what it is being used for. But a good way to think of it is this: Many passwords, one breach. One password…. potentially) many breaches.

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The Security Ledger

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Related Stories Russian Cyber Criminal Named as Source of Massive Collection 1 Data Dump Four More Collections, 700 Million Stolen Passwords Discovered Abine says Blur Password Manager User Information Exposed.

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The Security Ledger

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

The post Russian Cyber Criminal Named as Source of Massive Collection 1 Data Dump appeared first on The Security Ledger. Related Stories Four More Collections, 700 Million Stolen Passwords Discovered Abine says Blur Password Manager User Information Exposed Report: Iranian APT Actors Regroup After Main Security Forum Shuts Down.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

After a breach, cybercriminals often sell and re-sell the stolen data. 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. Not only can it create lengthy and complex passwords, it remembers them all for you.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 2, 2023

The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) was passed in November 2020. It amends the 2018 California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) introduced in response to rising consumer data privacy concerns. Take actions to prevent a data breach Compliance with regulations is only the first step in consumer data protection.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 16, 2024

Security and privacy overlap, both inside and outside the digital space.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 27, 2022

If wanted, you can transcribe it to a password manager or separate E2EE file with another cloud provider. Enter your device passcode. You will be presented with your recovery key… you should write it down and store it in a secure place. The next screen prompts you to enter your recovery key.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 6, 2023

There are different frameworks covering information security, data privacy, federal requirements, some broader frameworks and more industry-specific detailed guidance. These include firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), identification and authentication mechanisms, password management, and encryption.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 10, 2024

But these moments of personal crisis have few, immediate solutions, as the current proposals to curb and stem online harassment zero in on the systemic—such as changes in data privacy laws to limit the personal information that can be weaponized online or calls for major social media platforms to better moderate hateful content and its spread.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 4, 2022

The benefit to organizations is that they can share confidential data with each other while also ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations. Password management and password generator to keep all passwords safe in the cloud. Automatically encrypts files in secure folders using AES-256.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 24, 2023

This brings us to the era of digital sovereignty, in which an increasing number of countries are adopting laws and regulations designed to protect the data privacy by defining how it can be securely collected, stored, and used. Countries, companies, and individuals have their own reasons why data deserves sovereignty and protection.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 5, 2022

So had their passwords and account PIN and secret questions. Both had used password managers to pick and store complex, unique passwords for their accounts. The idea behind the bill is that companies can’t collect any more information from you than they need to provide you with the service you’re seeking.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

Individuals, small businesses, and enterprise organizations all rely on encryption to securely store and transfer sensitive data across wide-area networks (WAN) like the internet. Application developers managing sensitive user data must especially beware of increasing regulatory action surrounding data privacy.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 11, 2021

. “However, managing a set of strong passwords isn’t always convenient, which leads many people to look for shortcuts (i.e. dog’s name + birthday) or to neglect password best practices altogether, which opens them up to online risks.” Android, YouTube Users Get More Security. Here’s What Attackers Look For.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Though hashing algorithms are immune to reverse engineering, including rainbow table attacks, this is only the case with secure policies in place for password databases. Read more : 1Password vs LastPass: Compare Top Password Managers. History of Rainbow Tables. Early Development by Hellman and Rivest.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Create Strong, Unique Passwords Creating strong, one-of-a-kind passwords acts as a strong defense to keep your accounts safe. Some password managers offer free versions if you need help. Craft Complex Passwords: Generate passwords with a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Though hashing algorithms are immune to reverse engineering, including rainbow table attacks, this is only the case with secure policies in place for password databases. Read more : 1Password vs LastPass: Compare Top Password Managers. History of Rainbow Tables. Early Development by Hellman and Rivest.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

Here are five tips to help you conduct these trainings efficiently: Customize the training materials: Address the unique security concerns of your organization and cover topics like data encryption, access controls, authentication systems, and data privacy rules. Teach them how to verify the sender’s address and URL.

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