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LastPass hackers steal source code, no evidence of users’ passwords compromised

The State of Security

LastPass, the popular password manager trusted by millions of people around the world, has announced that it suffered a security breach two weeks ago that saw hackers break into its systems and steal information. Read more in my article on the Tripwire State of Security blog.

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5 API Vulnerabilities That Get Exploited by Criminals

Security Affairs

Let’s give a look at API vulnerabilities by reading the API Security Top 10 published by the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP). It’s no secret that cyber security has become a leading priority for most organizations — especially those in industries that handle sensitive customer information. The result?

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What is credential stuffing? And how to prevent it?

Security Affairs

In other words, bad actors glean lists of breached usernames and passwords and run them against desired logins until they find some that work. And, there remains general bad hygiene surrounding the creation of usernames and passwords, with many being reused over multiple websites. What is credential stuffing? Launch attack.

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Strong Authentication – Robust Identity and Access Management Is a Strategic Choice

Security Affairs

Passwords no longer meet the demands of today’s identity and access requirements. Passwords no longer meet the demands of today’s identity and access requirements. Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed to improve security without hindering user convenience. Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed.

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Top Deception Tools for 2022

eSecurity Planet

Security vendors and startups use deception techniques to confuse and befuddle attackers. By masking high-value assets in a sea of fake attack surfaces, attackers are disoriented and attack a fake asset, in the process alerting security teams to their presence. But it can work the other way. What is Deception Technology?

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To Achieve Zero Trust Security, Trust The Human Element

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

To Achieve Zero Trust Security, Trust The Human Element. As World Password Day comes around again this May 6 th , how much has changed in the year since we last marked the occasion? In our previous blogs we have discussed the many challenges that organizations face as they are seeking to embrace the Zero Trust security model.

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U.S. Security Agencies Warn About Russian Threat Gangs Amid Ukraine Tensions

eSecurity Planet

federal security agencies are putting companies on alert to potential threats from Russian state-sponsored cybercriminal groups, warning in particular about dangers to critical infrastructure and urging organizations to learn how to detect and protect against attacks. The joint cybersecurity advisory issued Jan.

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