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Reddit discloses a data breach, a hacker accessed user data

Security Affairs

The hacker accessed user data, email addresses, and a 2007 backup database containing hashed passwords managed by the platform. “A hacker broke into a few of Reddit’s systems and managed to access some user data, including some current email addresses and a 2007 database backup containing old salted and hashed passwords.

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How to spot the signs of a virtual kidnap scam

Malwarebytes

You can reach back to 2007 and look in amazement at the 419 death threat. 2 factor authentication and password managers are good places to start. Some take it a step further, leaning in with a more direct approach, ranging from death threats to sextortion, and even kidnap claims. Having said that, if the worst happens?

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A Question of Identity: The Evolution of Identity & Access Management

SecureWorld News

Design and deploy an authentication / authorization process. Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) Self-Sovereign Identity is a bold new frontier in Identity Management. SDP enforces the need-to-know principle by verifying device posture and identity prior to grating access to applications. Establish an IoT identity lifecycle.

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The Life and Death of Passwords: Improving Security With Passwords and People

Duo's Security Blog

Back in 2007, I believe, the Aurora attack saw Google employees targeted by a nation state. Advice for upping your password game Chrysta: For the average person still dealing with passwords, at least for the vast majority of the accounts they use on a daily basis, what tools or best practices do you recommend for every individual?