eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2024

Keeper and Dashlane are top password managers prioritizing multi-layered encryption systems for secure password sharing. Keeper emphasizes extensive security measures and is a more affordable option, while Dashlane promotes a user-friendly interface and robust administrative tools perfect for streamlining logins.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

A few people took some of the points I made in those posts as being contentious, although on reflection I suspect it was more a case of lamenting that we shouldn't be in a position where we're still dependent on passwords and people needing to understand good password management practices in order for them to work properly.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 14, 2024

Keeper and LastPass are password managers best fit for small to medium organizations, providing fundamental password management and login functionality. Both solutions improve password protection; however, their focus differs. LastPass highlights user experience, whereas Keeper promotes better security.

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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. This is where a password manager comes in. Your password manager can help with this.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The restaurant industry often struggles with outdated or insufficient security protocols, making point-of-sale (POS) systems, online ordering platforms, and mobile apps key targets for attackers. managing non-human identities—such as system and application accounts—has become increasingly critical. As PCI DSS 4.0

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Google Security

MAY 3, 2023

By: Arnar Birgisson and Diana K Smetters, Identity Ecosystems and Google Account Security and Safety teams Starting today , you can create and use passkeys on your personal Google Account. When you do, Google will not ask for your password or 2-Step Verification (2SV) when you sign in.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Nothing is 100% foolproof, but basic measures work wonders when it comes to keeping email accounts secure. The first thing to keep in mind is that every password you use should be unique. At least one of the victims in this case was undone because they protected their email using a password they’d used elsewhere.

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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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Google Security

MAY 11, 2022

Posted by Daniel Margolis, Software Engineer, Google Account Security Team Every year, security technologies improve: browsers get better , encryption becomes ubiquitous on the Web , authentication becomes stronger. Password managers that can validate the identity of the web page before logging in.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Password managers can help you generate and store secure passwords for all your accounts. If you have trouble remembering your passwords, try a password manager ! Many platforms offer notification features that alert you to login attempts, password changes, or other unusual activities.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Password managers can help you generate and store secure passwords for all your accounts. If you have trouble remembering your passwords, try a password manager ! Many platforms offer notification features that alert you to login attempts, password changes, or other unusual activities.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 5, 2022

In July’s Experian, You Have Some Explaining to Do , we heard from two different readers who had security freezes on their credit files with Experian and who also recently received notifications from Experian that the email address on their account had been changed. So had their passwords and account PIN and secret questions.

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Identity IQ

JULY 3, 2023

Receiving notifications or text messages for failed login attempts that you didn’t initiate could mean someone is trying to gain unauthorized access to your account. Unauthorized changes to account settings Another red flag that indicates account misuse is finding that your account settings have been changed without your knowledge.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2024

Another version of hardware tokens can store your credentials and can be physically connected to your devices, such as your laptop or mobile device, to verify your identity and let you access authorized systems. These are often used to verify the identity of IT personnel or other security workers before they access workplace systems.

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Elie

MARCH 31, 2019

Provides key details on how Password Checkup is implemented, both on the server side and client side. Analyzes how Password Checkup helped improve users’ account security posture based on early post-launch metrics. Reflects on the reasons behind Password Checkup’s success. Implementation details. Lessons learned.

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