Duo's Security Blog

MAY 4, 2023

Our documentary, “ The Life and Death of Passwords ,” explores with industry experts the history of passwords, why passwords have become less effective over time, and how trust is established in a passwordless future. The problems with passwords Chrysta: Why was passwordless needed in the first place?

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NetSpi Executives

OCTOBER 24, 2023

This year marks the 20th anniversary of Cybersecurity Awareness Month , a collaborative effort between government and businesses to raise awareness about digital security and empower both organizations and individuals to protect their online data from cybercriminals. Use the four tactics in this article to defend against them.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 16, 2021

Top VPNs such as ExpressVPN feature best-in-class AES encryption with 256-bit keys, the standard used by the US government. Anti-malware/ phishing. The anti-malware and anti-phishing option in some VPNs doubles up to a company’s cybersecurity by intercepting phishing attacks, pop-up adverts, and other malicious cyber threats.

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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. government agencies. government agencies and large organizations were hit by cyberattacks due to a vulnerability in their IT infrastructure provider – SolarWinds. Organizations must have a robust password policy.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The suspect arrested last year was allegedly involved in a data theft incident regarding Geburen Info Service GmbH (GIS), which collects television license fees on behalf of the Austrian government. Change your password. You can make a stolen password useless to thieves by changing it. Enable two-factor authentication.

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Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

More Phishing Attacks. Phishing may seem like an ordinary part of online life, but it could also be the initial volley in a major cyberattack. Phishing here is shorthand for the Pantheon of Ishings: generic, spearphishing (personalized), vishing (phone based), and SMishing (text based). password, 123456, qwerty, etc.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 6, 2022

This includes things such as phishing, use of stolen credentials, misconfiguration, and simple mistakes. China now finds itself in the middle of one of the largest data breaches of all time after a government developer wrote a blog post on a popular forum that included the credentials to a police database.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 28, 2019

Related: Long run damage of 35-day government shutdown. Why we’re in the ‘Golden Age’ of cyber espionageThe fact is cyber criminals are expert at refining and carrying out phishing, malvertising and other tried-and-true ruses that gain them access to a targeted victim’s Internet-connected computing device.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 15, 2023

If you want to also receive for free the newsletter with the international press subscribe here. Most internet-exposed Cacti servers exposed to hacking French CNIL fined Tiktok $5.4 Most internet-exposed Cacti servers exposed to hacking French CNIL fined Tiktok $5.4

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 2, 2021

Spear-phishing now targets employees outside the finance and executive teams, report says. Source: ZDNet) We can’t believe people use browsers to manage their passwords, says maker of password management tools. BlackMatter, a new ransomware group , claims link to DarkSide, REvil.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

26 posting confirming that the compromise was at the hands of the same nation-state threat group behind the SolarWinds hack and subsequent attacks on various technology companies and federal government agencies. Having long passwords and a password manager can also add additional layers of security and protect you as a customer.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 8, 2023

Interestingly, the 964,000 number released by the US government may not be complete. Change your password. You can make a stolen password useless to thieves by changing it. Choose a strong password that you don't use for anything else. Better yet, let a password manager choose one for you. Take your time.

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Troy Hunt

JUNE 11, 2018

Running Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) has presented some fascinating insights into all sorts of aspects of how data breaches affect us; the impact on the individual victims such as you and I, of course, but also how they affect the companies involved and increasingly, the role of government and law enforcement in dealing with these incidents.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

At the most basic level, it’s critical to change default passwords on routers at home and in the workplace. Independent testing has shown that one in 16 home Wi-Fi routers still use the manufacturer’s default admin password, making them extremely vulnerable to hacking.

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Zigrin Security

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Espionage and Political Motives In some cases, hackers may target organizations or governments for espionage or political reasons. State-sponsored hacking is a growing concern, with governments using cyberattacks to gather intelligence, disrupt infrastructure, or compromise national security.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 20, 2023

Phishing Phishing is a well-known technique where scammers use deceptive emails, text messages, or websites to appear as legitimate entities. Often, criminals use malicious links, attachments, or instructions to trick individuals into revealing personal details like passwords, credit card numbers, or account information.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Government has offered a $10 million reward for information on the threat actors. TA505 is well-known for its involvement in global phishing and malware dissemination. Password Policies: Enforce NIST password policy requirements, such as lengthier passwords and the use of password managers.

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Security Through Education

JANUARY 18, 2023

Cybercrime doesn’t just affect big businesses and national governments. More than 90% of successful cyber-attacks start with a phishing email. Use strong passwords, and ideally a password manager to generate and store unique passwords. What are some personal cybersecurity concerns for 2023?

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

The employer could even be subject to government penalties or lawsuits. Common Data Threats in the Workplace Many of the most common data threats involve an employee being careless or making a simple mistake: Phishing and smishing. Password theft. Reputational protection. Unsecured devices.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 30, 2022

Additionally, Government immigration services continue to be non-functional or afflicted with severe delays in processing. Consider using a password manager for organization-specific passwords. If you need to share logins, use a management tool which allows you to share logins without revealing the password itself.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Brinkley was joined on the panel by Kate Charlet, Director for Data Governance, Google; Darren Shou, CTO, NortonLifeLock; Josh Jaffe, VP, Cyber Security, Dell Technologies; and Perry Carpenter, Chief Evangelist and Strategy Officer, KnowBe4. Using strong passwords and a password manager. Updating software.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

government — along with a number of leading security companies — recently warned about a series of highly complex and widespread attacks that allowed suspected Iranian hackers to siphon huge volumes of email passwords and other sensitive data from multiple governments and private companies.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The first notification I received was from a large federal organization which, ironically, handles the security investigations for government clearances. At a overview level, many large data breaches occur through an attack called spear phishing. Oh, and I received three notifications of compromise of my personal information.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

APRIL 9, 2021

While most data breaches that you hear about in the news are related to passwords or credit card information being stolen by a hacker, a data breach can also include your personal information, health information, or proprietary information from your organization. “What is a data breach?”

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The State of Security

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Government and business are working together to increase cybersecurity awareness on a national and worldwide level under the direction […]… Read More. As threats to technology and private information become more frequent, the President of the United States and Congress have proclaimed October to be Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

A flaw in LastPass password manager leaks credentials from previous site. United States government files civil lawsuit against Edward Snowden. taxpayers hit by a phishing campaign delivering the Amadey bot. A bug in Instagram exposed user accounts and phone numbers. Drone attacks hit two Saudi Arabia Aramco oil plants.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 11, 2020

It took US regulators until January 2020 to essentially followed the Middle East’s and Europe’s lead — by implementing sweeping new data handling rules for government contractors — referred to as Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC.) CMMC almost certainly will result in better protection of our national security.

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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.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 12, 2024

Customize training materials to address these specific concerns, including data handling protocols, password management , and phishing attempt identification. Initiate Awareness & Governance Efforts Communicate data practices, benefits, and consequences to all stakeholders.

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Cisco Security

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

“ Cisco Duo simplifies the passwordless journey for organizations that want to implement phishing-resistant authentication and adopt a zero trust security strategy. “Over the last few years, we have increased our password complexities and required 2FA wherever possible. . “ – Jack Poller, Senior Analyst, ESG.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

They may live somewhere where free speech or being critical of their government is frowned upon. Twitter has lots of phishing, NFT scams, bogus video game downloads, and get rich quick schemes. Many times, young children and teens don’t want the hassle of locking everything down and micromanaging passwords or security settings.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 28, 2021

And yet, for all of its sophistication, Nobelium also engages in routine phishing campaigns to get a foothold in targeted organizations. They revert back to the tried-and-true technique of compromising victims’ passwords to gain access to their accounts. This of course is how they get a toehold to go deeper. Cyber hygiene works.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 29, 2022

The records also reveal how Conti dealt with its own internal breaches and attacks from private security firms and foreign governments. The government of Costa Rica is forced to declare a state of emergency after a ransomware attack by Conti cripples government systems. It emerges that email marketing giant Mailchimp got hacked.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 19, 2020

Higher education is obviously a much different culture than corporate, and finance, and government, and other verticals. We had a recent roll out of a password manager, for example. This led Sherry's team to launch the virtual phish bowl where they raised awareness and communicated the risks. "At Attendance at trainings.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 7, 2022

As the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology, cybersecurity remains a top priority for individuals, businesses, and governments alike. From advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) to the continued evolution of ransomware and cyberattacks, the coming year is sure to bring significant developments in the world of cybersecurity.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The stakes are even higher for businesses, government and other organizations, as successful attacks can be devastating to operations and sensitive data. Be Alert to Phishing: Develop a sharp eye for phishing emails. As with phishing emails, the best defense is a well-trained, alert user.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 14, 2023

Passkeys have been gaining traction as an alternative to cumbersome and insecure passwords, but not all passkey solutions are the same. They can be implemented as part of an account, application, cloud service, access management system, or password manager. 600/year minimum Premium: $4.

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