Malwarebytes

JANUARY 3, 2023

The password management company LastPasss notified customers in late December about a recent security incident. This is always true, but it completely defeats the security advantage of using a password manager. A password manager is a software application designed to store and manage online credentials.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 24, 2022

Passwordless technology is certainly ready for prime time; innovative solutions from suppliers like Cisco’s Duo, Hypr, OneLogin and Veridium have been steadily gaining traction in corporate settings for the past few years. Fortifications, such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) and password managers, proved to be mere speed bumps.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 19, 2023

. #1 Use Anti-Virus and Anti-Malware Software When you use the internet, your computer can become a target for harmful programs. The answer is simple: anti-virus and anti-malware software. Anti-virus software works like a security guard for your computer. Anti-virus software works like a security guard for your computer.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 17, 2022

It can certainly be said that advances in technology have had a huge impact on cybersecurity in recent years. It was once the case that cybersecurity technology consisted of little more than a firewall and antivirus software. Today, we see a changed landscape of managed services, constant monitoring, and instant analysis.

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The Security Ledger

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Paul talks with Chris Hoff the Chief Secure Technology Officer at LastPass about the CSTO role and the security implications of “software eating the world.”. at the password management firm LastPass, what the CSTO role entails and how companies need to do more to confront the security implications of “software eating the world.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Bringing Glyptodon’s technology and insight securing enterprise remote computing access to Keeper Security will provide customers with the industry’s most comprehensive and secure remote working experience.”. Named PC Magazine’s Best Password Manager (2019, 2020, 2021) & Editors’ Choice (2019, 2020, 2021), U.S.

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NetSpi Executives

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Technology has a significant impact on addressing cybersecurity challenges. Use Strong Passwords and a Password Manager In 2022, threat actors leaked more than 721 million passwords. Among the passwords exposed, 72 percent of users were found to be still using already-compromised passwords.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Technology advancements have made it relatively easy for many employees to carry out their regular job duties from the comfort of their home. Passwords for accounts should be unique for every account and should compromise a long string of distinct characters, lower and upper case letters, and numbers. Use antivirus software.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 2, 2021

UDP Technology IP Camera firmware vulnerabilities allow for attacker to achieve root. Source: ZDNet) We can’t believe people use browsers to manage their passwords, says maker of password management tools. The Clubhouse database “breach” is likely a non-breach. Here’s why. Stay safe, everyone!

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 1, 2022

ConnectWise , which offers a self-hosted, remote desktop software application that is widely used by Managed Service Providers (MSPs), is warning about an unusually sophisticated phishing attack that can let attackers take remote control over user systems when recipients click the included link. build and the then-canary 22.9

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IT Security Guru

JUNE 30, 2021

Working from home resulted in additional risk management and security challenges for employees, executive leadership, and information technology (IT) teams. Password Vaults, SSO and Virtual Private Networks. Password vaults, also described as password managers, are encrypted vaults that digitally store usernames and passwords.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 13, 2023

In our increasingly digital world, where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, cyber-security awareness has become an indispensable skill. Learn about strong password creation, multi-factor authentica-tion, secure browsing habits, and data encryption.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 10, 2021

The top cybersecurity concerns for consumers regarding their personal information are identity theft and stolen credit or debit card information, according to a recent survey conducted by core technology provider CSI. Use a Password Manager. Weak passwords are one of the easiest ways for hackers to access your private accounts.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 6, 2022

No matter how hard we push for automation and utilize new technologies, we just can't seem to escape our own flaws. Craig Lurey, CTO and co-founder of Keeper Security, spoke with Threatpost and shared his reaction to the data leak: "This is the end result of a catastrophic failure to implement basic password management and secrets management.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Choosing the right technology partners Selecting technology partners who understand the unique security challenges that nonprofits can face is crucial. For instance, hardware- or software-based firewalls can monitor incoming and outgoing network traffic and block suspicious activity.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 15, 2022

Each MFA option suffers vulnerabilities and creates user friction, so IT managers need to select the MFA option that best suits their users and their security concerns. The Problem with Passwords. Passwords are the most common method of authentication. Also read : Best Password Management Software and Tools.

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Hot for Security

MAY 6, 2021

A recent survey showed that 66% of people don’t consider changing passwords after finding out about major data breaches, and more than half haven’t changed their passwords in 12 months. Despite technological advances and online services requiring more complex passwords, the most widely used password in the world remains ‘123456’.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2023

Cymulate ran 3,107 assessments across 340 organizations recently to see if security controls were adequate against the Clop (sometimes called “Cl0p” with a zero) ransomware group’s exploitation of a MOVEit software vulnerability ( CVE-2023-34362 ). Endpoint Security: Install and update antivirus software on all hosts.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

21 disclosed how cybercriminals broke into its Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform as a gateway to compromise the cell phones of an undisclosed number of the telecom giant’s customers. The intruders got in by tricking UScellular retail store employees into downloading malicious software on store computers.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

If you’ve been compromised in a data breach, hackers can use your stolen email and password to try and enter thousands of other sites—and if you keep using the same credentials, they’ll be successful. Instead, use a password manager to easily generate and use strong passwords without having to recall them all.

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IT Security Guru

JULY 4, 2023

Hackers are increasingly targeting schools as technology is being integrated more deeply into teaching. Schools frequently have old hardware, insufficient security software, and a shortage of cybersecurity staff due to this lack of financial investment. Regularly back up your data.

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Duo's Security Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

This will allow them to sign in to their Apple ID sign-in pages with Face ID or Touch ID instead of their password. Apple Business Manager Apple Business Manager is a web-based portal that helps you manage Apple devices and enable employee access to Apple services, apps and other software.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 16, 2022

While anyone can fall victim to these threat actors, the FBI noted that this malware has been used to target a wide range of businesses and critical infrastructure organizations, including defense contractors, educational institutions, manufacturers, technology companies, and especially organizations in the healthcare and medical industries.

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Vipre

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Keep your software up to date, especially your defensive security software. Security software often depends on having the latest and greatest technology so that it can stay ahead of determined attackers. Of all the software you use, it’s most important to keep your security software up to date.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 16, 2023

About the author: Charlotte Hooper is the Helpline Manager at The Cyber Helpline, a U.K. Technology is increasingly part of our day-to-day life; we use it for communication, work, getting information, and even running our households with smart devices. RELATED: What Is The Cyber Helpline?

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Identity IQ

MAY 2, 2023

What are the Benefits of a Password Manager? IdentityIQ Passwords are essential when keeping your information safe on your devices. But unfortunately, many people use weak or the same password, making it easy for hackers to crack them. Research shows that 52% of people reuse passwords for multiple accounts.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 10, 2020

It delivers simple but effective IT software solutions that give SMBs the tools they need for effective universal password and access management, including PAM, password management and remote connection management. Productivity is also a concern, with multiple tools requiring passwords.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 8, 2022

A strategy for securing digital identities may involve identification of the need; planning, developing, testing and implementing the response; and finally, monitoring and maintaining the procedures and any software used. Those steps can become overwhelming for small businesses with staff shortages, small budgets or limited time.

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Troy Hunt

MARCH 10, 2021

Software Should Guide People Down the "Path of Success" Software products like Home Assistant end up running in a huge number of environments with all sorts of security postures and are maintained by people with enormously varying backgrounds and expertise. There aren't government regulations defining how the software is built.

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Security Affairs

MAY 2, 2021

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs free for you in your email box. Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs free for you in your email box. If you want to receive the weekly Security Affairs Newsletter for free subscribe here. Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook. Pierluigi Paganini.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 28, 2019

Yet, technology alone isn’t all that’s required. This includes consumers, employees, company owners, managers, senior executives and board members. Use a password manager. It’s clear that we will continue to be reliant on usernames and passwords to access online services for some time to come.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

technology companies during the summer of 2022. On August 25, 2022, the password manager service LastPass disclosed a breach in which attackers stole some source code and proprietary LastPass technical information, and weeks later LastPass said an investigation revealed no customer data or password vaults were accessed.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 29, 2021

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. Keep your operating system and installed software up to date. In addition, disabling browser push technology is recommended as it has become a source of abuse.

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Malwarebytes

JULY 24, 2023

“Fortunately, TGH’s monitoring systems and experienced technology professionals effectively prevented encryption, which would have significantly interrupted the hospital’s ability to provide care for patients.” Change your password. You can make a stolen password useless to thieves by changing it.

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Google Security

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Posted by Kevin Yeo and Sarvar Patel, Private Computing Team At Google, keeping you safe online is our top priority, so we continuously build the most advanced privacy-preserving technologies into our products. Using cryptographic techniques, Password Checkup can do this without revealing your credentials to anyone, including Google.

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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. These moments highlight the new actions that need to be taken," she said, including updating legacy software, for instance. It's about prioritizing secure software-building practices.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 21, 2021

Today’s columnist, Marcus Kaber of Specops Software, writes that as much as the tech companies are pushing biometrics options like facial recognition, most enterprises still run on legacy passwords. Fortunately, there are multiple actions and strategies companies can implement to mitigate password-related risks.

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