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FBI: Spike in Hacked Police Emails, Fake Subpoenas

Krebs on Security

In some cases, a cybercriminal will offer to forge a court-approved subpoena and send that through a hacked police or government email account. But increasingly, thieves are relying on fake EDRs, which allow investigators to attest that people will be bodily harmed or killed unless a request for account data is granted expeditiously.

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It’s Still Easy for Anyone to Become You at Experian

Krebs on Security

In the summer of 2022, KrebsOnSecurity documented the plight of several readers who had their accounts at big-three consumer credit reporting bureau Experian hijacked after identity thieves simply re-registered the accounts using a different email address. So once again I sought to re-register as myself at Experian.

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Roblox breached: Internal documents posted online by unknown attackers

Malwarebytes

This data includes identification documents, spreadsheets related to Roblox creators, and various email addresses. At time of writing, there’s no specifics with regard to the “identification documents” This could mean driving licence, passport, employee ID scan…we simply don’t know at the moment.

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How to Protect Your Gmail Password: Top Tips for Maximum Security

Hacker's King

Your Gmail account stores valuable information such as emails, contacts, and documents. To safeguard your Gmail password, you need to adopt a few best practices that will enhance your accounts security and keep cyber threats at bay. Using a password manager can help you manage unique passwords for each of your accounts.

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UK National Cyber Security Centre Issues Distance Learning Guide For Families

Hot for Security

The latest guide addresses the use of second-hand devices, video conferencing tools and online account security. This may include passwords, browsing history, photos, documents and Wi-Fi codes. Enabling two-factor authentication. Factory reset for previously owned devices ­.

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Top Unexpected Ways to Utilise a Password Manager for Enhanced Security and Organisation

IT Security Guru

This could encompass access to important documents, accounts or specific instructions. It transforms a password manager into a secure digital repository that enables quick access to important information in any emergency situation.

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The first 24 hours After a cyber incident. A practical playbook 

Pen Test Partners

Document everything: what you saw, when you saw it, what you did next. Reviewing and disabling compromised credentials Change passwords on affected accounts. Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) if it wasnt in place already. Disable accounts you suspect are compromised until you can investigate. Who to c ontact 1.