IT Security Guru

JUNE 30, 2021

Using the same password for all software applications increase the chances of cybercriminals learning an individual’s log-in credentials and gaining unauthorized access – resulting in data theft, identity theft and other harm. Single Sign-On (SSO) is a solution that combats password fatigue.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 4, 2022

Use a strong, unique password for each login you use. Use a password manager to create and remember passwords if you can. If you aren’t using a password manager, use long passphrases that cannot be found in a dictionary. ” Avoid using Peer-to-Peer (P2P) file-sharing programs.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 22, 2023

In reality, cybercriminals had for months lured employees searching for their payroll system with a mirror-image-like website that reportedly tricked hundreds of employees into providing their usernames and passwords. Using a password manager such as Keeper can help users avoid phony lookalike websites.

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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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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. To be clear, Experian does have a business unit that sells one-time password services to businesses.

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The Security Ledger

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

The post EU calls for End to Default Passwords on Internet of Things appeared first on The Security Ledger. 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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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 1, 2022

While no plaintext passwords or financial data was stolen, the hack did expose answers to security questions. SolarWinds employees claim that the attack resulted from a weak password that an intern had used – “solarwinds123”. All of that could’ve been avoided had SolarWinds implemented a strong password policy.

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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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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Consumer Expectations Privacy Rights and Seamless Online Experiences An overwhelming 87% of consumers expect privacy rights from online interactions, with the most significant expectations being the right to be informed about data collection (55%) and the right to data erasure (53%).

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Rainbow table attacks are an older but still effective tactic for threat actors targeting password database vulnerabilities. Rainbow table attacks are an effective tactic for threat actors targeting password database vulnerabilities presenting inadequate privacy and security functionality. Moving Away from the Password.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 11, 2021

“For most of us, passwords are the first line of defense for our digital lives,” AbdelKarim Mardini, group product manager for Chrome at Google, and Guemmy Kim, director of account security and safety, wrote in a blog post. Even in Apple’s iOS operating system, users can leverage Chrome to autofill saved passwords in aps.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2022

This means that in addition to your password, you will also need a second factor, such as a code from a key fob or a fingerprint, to access your data. This makes it much more difficult for hackers to gain access to your data, as they would need to have both your password and the second factor. Use strong passwords.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Show them these tips: Never use the same password twice. 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. Use strong passwords.

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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. Practice good security measures such as slowing down and thinking before clicking on things.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 29, 2022

“ Credential stuffing is a type of attack in which hackers use automation and lists of compromised usernames and passwords to defeat authentication and authorization mechanisms, with the end goal of account takeover (ATO) and/or data exfiltration.” These lists of pilfered usernames and passwords serve as the ammunition for the attack.

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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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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Control Inbound and Outbound Traffic: Configuring firewall rules to manage both incoming and outgoing traffic is an important defense against cyber threats, preventing unauthorized access and malicious software from stealing data. Some password managers offer free versions if you need help.

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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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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 16, 2024

Security and privacy overlap, both inside and outside the digital space. Put into context, it would make little sense to use a privacy-oriented browser and all the features such a browser may have to offer, but continue to reuse passwords across online accounts.

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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. Don’t reuse passwords. Password reuse is a common problem, especially in consumer cloud services. One password….

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Rainbow table attacks are an older but still effective tactic for threat actors targeting password database vulnerabilities. Rainbow table attacks are an effective tactic for threat actors targeting password database vulnerabilities presenting inadequate privacy and security functionality. Moving Away from the Password.

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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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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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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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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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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 4, 2022

Attackers can intercept data transfers, and from there gain access to all manner of sensitive data. Thus, data in transit, as well as data at rest, should be made indecipherable via strong encryption. By encrypting data, it can only be accessed with the right password and by those with the appropriate access rights.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

Is there cybersecurity training on best practices, including setting strong passwords in accordance with the organization’s policy? Encourage strong password practices: Provide tips on how to create complex passwords and use password management tools.

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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

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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