Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Booking.com did not respond to questions about that, and its current account security advice urges customers to enable 2FA. In November 2023, the security firm SecureWorks detailed how scammers targeted booking.com hospitality partners with data-stealing malware.

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Dark Reading

JULY 20, 2020

Security incident that allowed attackers to hijack high-profile accounts suggests social media giant's controls for spotting insider abuse were not strong enough, security experts say.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 22, 2021

For anyone working on a fraud or security team in a fast-growing company, striking a balance between ensuring account security while also maintaining a positive user experience(UX) is one of the hardest parts of the job. If you prioritize stringent security […].

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Security Boulevard

MAY 18, 2023

However, this new paradigm also comes with inherent risks, as cybercriminals constantly devise sophisticated methods to exploit vulnerabilities and gain unauthorized access to crypto accounts. […] The post Strengthening Crypto Account Security: Beyond SMS 2FA appeared first on BlackCloak | Protect Your Digital Life™.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Reading Time: 5 min Have you received a microsoft account security alert email? Learn how to identify legitimate alerts and avoid phishing scams targeting your Microsoft account. The post Best of 2024: Microsoft Account Security Alert Email: Recognize the Scam appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Tech Republic Security

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

This is the year business leaders will learn just how innovative online criminals have become, and it'll take rethinking how we perceive account security to fight it, says PerimeterX CTO Ido Safruti.

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Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

ATO is the weapon of choice for fraudsters leading up to the holiday shopping season, new data from Sift shows, and consumers place account security burden on businesses.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

This essential CSO guide outlines the robust account monitoring, access notifications, multi-factor authentication, deception technology, and user controls crucial for implementing unmatched account security across your organization.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 2, 2024

Authors/Presenters: Alaa Daffalla Marina Bohuk, Nicola Dell, Rosanna Bellini, Thomas Ristenpart Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 18, 2023

The post Applying Service Accounts Security Best Practices with Silverfort appeared first on Silverfort. The post Applying Service Accounts Security Best Practices with Silverfort appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 19, 2022

In the new eBook ‘ 4 Steps to Comprehensive Service Account Security ‘, we’ll explore the challenges of protecting service accounts and offer guidance on how to combat these issues. Topics covered, include: + 3 key problems created by service accounts. + And more. . + Download the eBook here.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 5, 2022

The legal filing cites liberally from an investigation KrebsOnSecurity published in July, which found that identity thieves were able to assume control over existing Experian accounts simply by signing up for new accounts using the victim’s personal information and a different email address.

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Troy Hunt

OCTOBER 14, 2023

Protect your identity now. here's a blog post about how stupid class actions like this are!

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IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Cyber crooks often bank on organisations thinking of MFA as a silver bullet for account security, but it isnt. A Cornerstone, Not a Standalone By understanding the tactics behind MFA fatigue and implementing robust defences, firms can cut the risks and reinforce the integrity of their security systems.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 19, 2022

The post Announcing Moonsense SDK: Behavioral Data For Fraud Prevention And Account Security appeared first on Moonsense - Risk Data Cloud. The post Announcing Moonsense SDK: Behavioral Data For Fraud Prevention And Account Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 23, 2022

The post Balancing Account Security with Seamless User Experience Begins with Transparent Detection appeared first on Security Boulevard. With actionable risk intelligence and additional context businesses can apply optimum friction selectively to improve catch rates. Is your vendor providing you with the right intel?

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Bleeping Computer

MAY 11, 2022

Department of Justice (DoJ) has charged Idris Dayo Mustapha for a range of cybercrime activities that took place between 2011 and 2018, resulting in financial losses estimated to over $5,000,000. [.].

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Elie

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

This post considers the perception clash that exists between what users perceive to be their most valuable accounts (email and social networks) and those they think they should protect the most (online banking).

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Penetration Testing

AUGUST 13, 2024

A newly discovered phishing campaign is targeting AWS accounts, according to a warning from security researchers at Wiz. The campaign involves deceptive emails leading users to a convincingly crafted fake... The post New Phishing Campaign Targets AWS Accounts: Security Experts Warn appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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Tech Republic Security

AUGUST 24, 2023

Follow this guide to learn how to easily remove any device from your Google account and keep your account secure.

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Threatpost

JANUARY 16, 2020

iPhone users can now use Bluetooth to secure their Google accounts.

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Dark Reading

MARCH 12, 2018

The account security firm will use Vaultive's tech to protect privileged users at heightened risk for cyberattacks.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In this post, well walk you through exactly how this scam works, show you what to watch out for, and give you tips on keeping your Etsy account secure. Unfortunately, a new scam is making the rounds, and its crucial to recognize the warning signs before you fall victim.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 4, 2025

Weve identified an unauthorized transaction made from your PayPal account to Coinbase: Amount: $755.38 Your accounts security is our top priority, and were fully committed to helping you address this matter swiftly. We appreciate your immediate attention to this alert.

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Dark Reading

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

First step: Convince machines that we are who we say we are with expanded biometrics, including behaviors, locations, and other information that makes "us" us.

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The Hacker News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

WordPress.org has announced a new account security measure that will require accounts with capabilities to update plugins and themes to activate two-factor authentication (2FA) mandatorily. Accounts with commit access can push updates and changes to plugins and themes used by millions of WordPress sites worldwide," the

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The Hacker News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Google's cloud division has announced that it will enforce mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all users by the end of 2025 as part of its efforts to improve account security. "We

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The Hacker News

OCTOBER 9, 2024

However, despite the high profile role these accounts have, many organizations overlook social media account security. These public forums engage directly with customers as they are a hub to connect, share content and answer questions.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 26, 2021

.” CreditLock users can both enable multifactor authentication and get alerts when someone tries to access their account. Thomas said he’s furious that Experian only provides added account security for consumers who pay for monthly plans. “They’re allowing this huge security gap so they can make a profit.

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Threatpost

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Phishing remains the biggest account takeover threat to Google users, surpassing keyloggers and credential leaks.

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Bleeping Computer

JANUARY 3, 2024

LastPass notified customers today that they are now required to use complex master passwords with a minimum of 12 characters to increase their accounts' security. [.]

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 12, 2021

Earlier this month, our team wrote about the latest Facebook data breach and offered suggestions on how to improve your account security. Let's now walk through the steps you can take to enable two-factor authentication on your accounts.

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The Security Ledger

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

In this week’s episode (#135): we continue our series on the future of Passwords as we are joined by Guemmy Kim, a group product manager at Google in charge of that company’s account security initiatives. ?. Guemmy and I talk about Google’s fast evolving security program to protect user passwords and data.

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Schneier on Security

DECEMBER 4, 2018

NOT your mother's maiden name, not the last four digits of your Social Security number, not your birthday and not your address. Whenever possible, use a "pass-phrase" as your answer to account security questions ­ such as "Youllneverguessmybrotherinlawsmiddlename.".

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Transparency, adherence to protocols, involving legal teams, thorough documentation, ethical accountability, security hygiene, and strong access controls aren't just best practices—they're the foundation of trustworthy, compliant breach response.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 9, 2021

This week let’s go back to security basics with password hygiene—the simplest, and yet often overlooked step in account security. The post Five worthy reads: Password hygiene – The first step towards improved security appeared first on ManageEngine Blog. Passwords ….

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

,Password fatigue is the feeling of frustration people develop towards having to use, remember or reset passwords to access their accounts. Unfortunately, the necessity for account security means that passwords are a pervasive element of modern life, with one study finding that the average user has over 100 passwords.

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