SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Scobey recommends: Privileged Access Management (PAM): Restrict access to sensitive systems to essential personnel and monitor privileged accounts for unusual activity. Strong Password Management: Enforce strong, unique passwords and multi-factor authentication to protect against unauthorized access.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 10, 2022

With credential phishing and stuffing attacks on the rise—and the fact that countless passwords have already been exposed through data breaches—the need for users to step up password management practices at work and home has never been more urgent. Improving password best practices matters.

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Webroot

MARCH 3, 2025

During this time, many government agencies and consumer protection organizations come together to help educate consumers on how to keep their personal and financial information secure. How to protect yourself and your data Smart ways to secure your devices Strong passwords – Make them long, random, and unique.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 16, 2025

Retail was the second hardest-hit industry in 2024, accounting for 15% of bot traffic, followed by education at 11%. Don’t reuse passwords. Use a different password for every service you use to stop the credential stuffing bots, and make those passwords complex to avoid brute-force attacks. Protect your PC.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Or take cyberlearningmauritius.org which is returning HTTP500 today, but in Jan last year was a (self-proclaimed) global leader in digital education. And if you don't already have a password manager? Then you need to get one and promptly change the password on every important account anyway!

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) have released a joint Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) after observing Vice Society threat actors disproportionately targeting the education sector with ransomware attacks.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 8, 2025

A team at Cybernews conducted a study of over 19 billion newly exposed passwords which showed were looking at a a widespread epidemic of weak password reuse. And as far as passwords go, there are some ways to use them as securely as possible where you have no alternative: Make passwords as strong as possible and never reuse passwords.

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Troy Hunt

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Second, education like that has never worked before. Turns out we do have solutions and as several people pointed out, using a decent password manager is one of them: Solution: use 1password as your password manager. It won't match the faked domain, hence no password gets entered.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 8, 2024

People should always practice good cyber hygiene by using strong, unique passwords for all accounts, supported by a password manager to generate high-strength passwords and enable multi-factor authentication (MFA). A secure password manager can store MFA codes and autofill them, providing a seamless and secure experience.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 2, 2022

What are the best methods of WordPress password protection for website administrators? This blog post examines the top password security options, such as strong password policies, password managers, two-factor authentication, educating users, and the use of other, wider safeguards.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Only 28 percent don’t use repeated passwords•Only 20 percent use a password manager. Using strong passwords (random combinations of letters and numbers are best) and storing them securely in a password manager. Not using repeated passwords. Reporting suspicious communications.

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The Hacker News

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

At least nine entities across the technology, defense, healthcare, energy, and education industries were compromised by leveraging a recently patched critical vulnerability in Zoho's ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus self-service password management and single sign-on (SSO) solution.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 31, 2025

As we celebrate Change Your Password Day on February 1st and 2FA Day on February 2nd, theres no better time to rethink and upgrade how we protect our digital lives. 2025 must be the year we adopt modern security practices, such as passkeys, phishing-resistant 2FA, and password managers, to ensure safer, stronger authentication for everyone.

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Webroot

MAY 5, 2025

User education and awareness Stay informed about the latest phishing tactics and educate yourself on how to recognize phishing attempts. Identity protection and antivirus Invest in all-in-one protection for your identity that includes a password manager, VPN, antivirus and even dark web monitoring.

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 31, 2020

We have taken steps across our technology, processes and employee education, to help prevent these types of attacks in the future.” In cases where passwords are used, pick unique passwords and consider password managers.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Lock things down Having a strict policy to protect your important assets with strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA) should be a no-brainer. Consider making it easier for your staff by using a single-sign-on service or alternatively by providing them with a password manager.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 13, 2021

The question isn’t whether we should educate children about online safety, but how we can best inspire them to learn to be thoughtful, careful, and safe in the cyber world for their lifetime. As adults, we know that bad online decisions can have negative or dangerous effects for years to come. For adults doing the teaching, it’s no easy task.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Leverage Password Decay Strategies A novel approach to account security is implementing a password decay systemessentially treating your passwords like perishable items. Create a schedule where passwords are changed automatically or at regular intervals. Ensure the manager syncs with all devices for seamless updates.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 9, 2021

However, a recent study suggests that providing such education for workers may not be sufficient. Those outcomes suggest there are some educational challenges to overcome. For example, three-quarters of organizations require people to periodically change their passwords.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 26, 2023

Aviv – ‘Why Users (Don’t) Use Password Managers at a Large Educational Institution’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. Permalink The post USENIX Security ’22 – Peter Mayer, Collins W. Munyendo, Michelle L. Mazurek, Adam J.

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Adam Shostack

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

Chris Eng said “ Someone should set up a GoFundMe to send whoever wrote the hit piece on password managers to a threat modeling class. It asserted that these flaws mean that a password manager is no better than a text file full of your passwords.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

You just can't have it both ways where on the one hand the victim blaming brigade says "you should focus on educating people so that they're able to make good decisions" but then on the other hand say "nobody should ever be accountable for making bad decisions".

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Use complex and unique passwords: Avoid reusing the same passwords for multiple accounts and use password managers to generate and store secure passwords. Education improves awareness” is his slogan. Conclusion Credential Flusher represents a significant threat to the security of our login credentials.

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Responsible Cyber

JULY 13, 2024

Education and training play a pivotal role in addressing this gap. Effective education and training initiatives can bridge the knowledge lag caused by swift technological advancements and equip employees with essential, up-to-date skills. Understanding the Cybersecurity Skills Gap 1.

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Webroot

APRIL 22, 2025

Use strong, unique passwords: Strong, unique passwords are a simple, yet powerful security tool. Webroot Essentials plans offer password managers that do the hard work for you, keeping all your passwords safe and encrypted while you remember just one password for a quick and seamless login on every site and app.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Studies show that regular education leads to a ninefold reduction in phishing vulnerability. This education should cover how to spot and respond to phishing attempts, the importance of two-factor authentication and good password management.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The good news is that you can educate your staff on how to prevent these types of attacks. Pick a Strong Password Manager. Employees inevitably rely on a few identical or similar passwords for multiple accounts. Have your employees and teams utilize a strong password manager to keep their passwords secure.

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Daniel Miessler

MAY 8, 2020

Most home networks get broken into through either phishing or some random device they have with a bad password. It’s usually a password that was never configured or never changed from the default. Use a password manager to make and store good passwords that are different for every account/device.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Its core mission is to inspire behavior change through education and resources. By making cybersecurity education accessible, relatable, and engaging, we can strengthen our digital defenses and create a safer online environment for all.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 4, 2023

Educational institutions own many sensitive data, such as personnel and financial information, as well as intellectual property. Lack of Cybersecurity Awareness Cybercriminals frequently target schools because of a lack of cybersecurity understanding among educational institutions.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 24, 2022

In addition, educating employees about cybersecurity issues can help to reinforce the security-minded culture of the organization and change employee behaviour. Changing passwords regularly will make the lives of cyberbullies much harder. The best practice is to change passwords every 90 days.

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Webroot

MAY 31, 2024

But keeping track of all your unique passwords can be difficult if you don’t have them stored securely in a password manager. How to protect your passwords Use a password manager to create and store strong, unique passwords for each of your online accounts.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

Educate Yourself: Take the time to educate yourself about basic cybersecurity con-cepts and best practices. Learn about strong password creation, multi-factor authentica-tion, secure browsing habits, and data encryption. Utilize a password manager to securely store and generate strong passwords.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 5, 2023

Additionally, employ a password manager to securely store and generate unique passwords for each account. Educate Yourself and Stay Informed: Continuously educate yourself about emerging privacy concerns and online security best practices. Be vigilant of deceptive websites that mimic legitimate ones.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

These are examples of weak passwords that will put your accounts at risk. We know it’s difficult to remember complex, meaningless passwords, which is why specialists use password managers. This way, you only have to remember one password that keeps the rest safe. . #3: 4: Educate Yourself. 5: Be Vigilant.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The broad failure to use the most effective cybersecurity protections available, including antivirus, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and a password manager. The eye-popping number of people who reuse passwords. ” The next step, as usual, is education.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Interestingly, while many people have taken steps to protect their personal data—such as using VPNs, password managers, and antivirus software—workplace privacy protection is lagging. Two-thirds of respondents expressed concern about AI systems collecting and misusing personal data.

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