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SHARED INTEL: A foolproof consumer’s guide to creating and managing bulletproof passwords

The Last Watchdog

It can be a real hassle to keep track of the passwords you use. So many people use the same combination of username and password for every account. You see, these days, many data breaches could be traced back to people using the same password across multiple accounts. And finding that password is even easier.

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Russia-linked Turla APT uses new TinyTurla-NG backdoor to spy on Polish NGOs

Security Affairs

The Turla APT group (aka Snake , Uroburos , Waterbug , Venomous Bear and KRYPTON ) has been active since at least 2004 targeting diplomatic and government organizations and private businesses in the Middle East, Asia, Europe, North and South America, and former Soviet bloc nations.

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IAM and Passkeys: 4 Steps Towards a Passwordless Future

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

However, with World Password Day just around the corner, there’s no time like the present to consider how relying on antiquated password systems leaves organizations exposed to vulnerabilities. Almost every service or app wants a password, and each must be a certain length and a special mix of letters, numbers, and special characters.

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IAM and Passkeys: 4 Steps Towards a Passwordless Future

Security Boulevard

However, with World Password Day just around the corner, there’s no time like the present to consider how relying on antiquated password systems leaves organizations exposed to vulnerabilities. Almost every service or app wants a password, and each must be a certain length and a special mix of letters, numbers, and special characters.

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How to Configure a Router to Use WPA2 in 7 Easy Steps

eSecurity Planet

And even though it’s been around since 2004, WPA2 remains the Wi-Fi security standard. The typical username and password for Wi-Fi routers is “admin” for both, but you may need to search online or contact your ISP if that doesn’t work. Step 6: Reboot Reboot your router, if necessary, to apply the changes.

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Security Roundup May 2022

BH Consulting

On February 24th 2004, Bill Gates predicted at RSA that people would rely less and less on passwords over time. And overexcitable headline writers promptly pronounced the ‘death of the password’.) On May 5th, 2022, we marked World Password Day (for the tenth year running). This too will pass. So that went well.

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month Focuses on People

SecureWorld News

Bush and Congress in 2004 to help individuals protect themselves online as threats to technology and data privacy became more commonplace. Using strong passwords and a password manager. Cybersecurity Awareness Month was first declared by President George W. Updating software. Recognizing and reporting phishing.