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Apple warns people of mercenary attacks via threat notification system

Malwarebytes

Mercenary spyware is used by governments to target people like journalists, political activists, and similar targets, and involves the use of sophisticated tools like Pegasus. Pegasus is one of the world’s most advanced and invasive spyware tools, known to utilize zero-day vulnerabilities against mobile devices. Use a password manager.

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Spyware in the IoT – the Biggest Privacy Threat This Year

SiteLock

Use best practices like creating a separate password for every account and device, using two-factor authentication, and create strong passwords with a combination of upper-case and lower-case letters, numbers, and symbols. Keep a Divide Between Home and Office.

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Cybersecurity and Online Gaming

IT Security Guru

Spyware – Without realising it, gamers could be targeted through spyware schemes, especially if they are dealing with an untrustworthy online gaming operation. Spyware monitors a user’s every movement and actions on the internet without their knowledge.

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10 Effective Ways to Prevent Compromised Credentials

Identity IQ

Credential Stuffing : Attackers use leaked usernames and passwords from one website to attempt unauthorized access on other platforms. Malware : Malicious software, such as viruses or spyware, can infect your devices and be used to steal your credentials.

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10 Effective Ways to Prevent Compromised Credentials

Identity IQ

Credential Stuffing : Attackers use leaked usernames and passwords from one website to attempt unauthorized access on other platforms. Malware : Malicious software, such as viruses or spyware, can infect your devices and be used to steal your credentials.

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Top Methods Use By Hackers to Bypass Two-Factor Authentication

Hacker's King

Call forwarding, Botnets, Spyware: Securing Devices and Networks More sophisticated methods of bypassing 2FA involve compromising the user’s device. Additionally, using botnets or spyware can allow hackers to access the user’s device, monitor activities, and extract sensitive information, including 2FA codes.

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MY TAKE: 3 privacy and security habits each individual has a responsibility to embrace

The Last Watchdog

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. This means using strong passwords — and changing them frequently — will remain a vital best security practice. Apps from other sources can carry malware or spyware.

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