SecureWorld News

AUGUST 5, 2023

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a fundamental component of best practices for account security. It is a universal method employed for both personal and corporate user accounts globally. Take, for instance, Google's account security settings which allow you to download a list of backup codes intended for future use.

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Pen Test Partners

JANUARY 23, 2025

Attackers use phishing, malware, ransomware, and scams like BEC to gain access to systems and cause disruption. Phishing attack attackers will use scam emails, text messages or phone calls to trick their victims. Their aim is to obtain passwords for systems or coerce you into downloading malware.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Also, make sure you only authorize applications to access the social media accounts that you trust. Do not authorize applications downloaded from third-party app stores or unreputable websites (especially those with foreign domains you may not be specifically familiar with), or that show any signs they may not be legitimate.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Keep your online accounts secure Respect your privacy Capture and share with care Take care of your data Take care of your device Be wary of certain sites and content online Be kind. Keep your online accounts secure. C O N T E N T S. 7 Internet safety tips. Be wary of certain sites and content online.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Also, make sure you only authorize applications to access the social media accounts that you trust. Do not authorize applications downloaded from third-party app stores or unreputable websites (especially those with foreign domains you may not be specifically familiar with), or that show any signs they may not be legitimate.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2024

These scams can use highly sophisticated methods to impersonate legitimate people or organizations. But even if you fall prey to a phishing scam and turn over your login credentials, 2FA can help keep your accounts safe. Authenticator apps take a few extra steps but are extremely secure.

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Spinone

JULY 16, 2019

Here are some clear signs that are signaling that your G Suite email security is under a threat and there is a phishing scam in front of you : Odd email addresses in From and Reply to fields; an unusual mix of people you are in the copy with; Sense of urgency. There is a 90% probability it’s a phishing scam.

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Who’s keeping those systems secure? In this episode of The Hacker Mind, Dr. Jared DeMott of VDA Labs talks about his work securing voter registration tablets and also about the prospects for downloadable, safe voting applications on your preferred mobile device in the future. Listen to EP 08: Hacking Voting Systems.

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Who’s keeping those systems secure? In this episode of The Hacker Mind, Dr. Jared DeMott of VDA Labs talks about his work securing voter registration tablets and also about the prospects for downloadable, safe voting applications on your preferred mobile device in the future. Listen to EP 08: Hacking Voting Systems.

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Who’s keeping those systems secure? In this episode of The Hacker Mind, Dr. Jared DeMott of VDA Labs talks about his work securing voter registration tablets and also about the prospects for downloadable, safe voting applications on your preferred mobile device in the future. Listen to EP 08: Hacking Voting Systems.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 18, 2024

On the evening of May 15, 2024, Tony was putting his three- and one-year-old boys to bed when he received a message from Google about an account security issue, followed by a phone call from a “Daniel Alexander” at Google who said his account was compromised by hackers. When in doubt: Hang up, look up, and call back.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Other scam pages featured surveys, offering respondents gifts or prize draws for participating. Such fake giveaways are a classic scam tactic. Beyond verification scams, fraudsters also lured victims with attractive offers. Some scams offered users a surprise “gift” a free Telegram Premium subscription.

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