Hacker Combat

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Google has reported that it disrupted the phishing attacks where threat actors had tried to hijack various YouTube accounts using cookie theft malware. The hijacker’s intent was to use those accounts to promote different crypto-currency scams. . The malware has the ability to steal passwords and cookies.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 28, 2023

The emails in the campaign purported to be from Microsoft, and they claimed that the recipient needed to update their account security settings or activate two-factor authentication (2FA)/multi-factor authentication (MFA) within 72 hours. This phishing scam is a reminder of the dangers of QR codes.

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

While these individual prices seem low, it’s important to remember that data breaches usually compromise millions of accounts at a time which are then sold in bulk. Given that 52% of people use the same password for multiple accounts, compromising one account can give a criminal access to a vast range of personal data.

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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. Show them these tips: Never use the same password twice. This is where a password manager comes in.

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Identity IQ

MAY 2, 2023

What are the Benefits of a Password Manager? IdentityIQ Passwords are essential when keeping your information safe on your devices. But unfortunately, many people use weak or the same password, making it easy for hackers to crack them. Research shows that 52% of people reuse passwords for multiple accounts.

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Security Affairs

JULY 18, 2021

Good news for the owners of Instagram accounts that may have been compromised, the company launched a new feature named ‘ Security Checkup ‘ feature that aims to keep accounts safe and help users to recover them. These messages are often scams and violate our policies. ” states the company.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 31, 2022

What waits for them is a screenshot of a faked Tweet from the official Final Fantasy 14 account. hey #ffxiv community new tell scam where they will send a png link where it has a QR code please dont scan it because it will give them access to your personal info and possibly hack your phone please stay safe! Avoiding the scam.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 12, 2022

A fake login site will ask for username and password, but then also ask the victim to enter their 2FA code on the phishing site. Whether pre-armed with pilfered data or not, the scam involved altering the registered mails associated with accounts. Many will also simply move on and target less secure accounts.

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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. By understanding hackers' common techniques to circumvent MFA, you can better safeguard your account against their potential ploys.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Key Takeaways: Mobile banking is safer when you follow best practices to keep your financial accounts and mobile devices secure. Using built-in security features and common-sense tips to help avoid scams, you can increase the security of your bank account.

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 2, 2025

You may also like to read: How to Protect your Gmail Password: Top 5 Ways to Protect it How to secure your Social Media Account For a strong foundation in online security, create a unique and complex password that includes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2024

You may be a victim of cookie theft if you: Detect suspicious account activity: Look for unauthorized logins, posts, or transactions on your online profiles that you did not initiate. Receive unexpected password reset notifications: Identify unrequested password reset messages as potential evidence of exploited access.

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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. Most attacks start with weak passwords or phishing emails, making employees the first line of defence. Phishing attack attackers will use scam emails, text messages or phone calls to trick their victims.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 14, 2021

Find Temporarily disable my account on the bottom right after scrolling down. Pick an option from the drop-down menu that says Why are you disabling your account? Enter your password. Hit Temporarily Disable Account to hide your account until you’re ready to reactivate it. Log into your Instagram account.

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Identity IQ

JULY 3, 2023

Unusual login attempts One of the most apparent signs of account misuse is failed login attempts or password reset notifications. 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.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

“What are some strategies for securing my accounts?” Use Strong and Unique Passwords Creating strong and unique passwords for each of your social media accounts is crucial. Password managers can help you generate and store secure passwords for all your accounts.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

“What are some strategies for securing my accounts?” Use Strong and Unique Passwords Creating strong and unique passwords for each of your social media accounts is crucial. Password managers can help you generate and store secure passwords for all your accounts.

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 23, 2025

Many of them are scams seeking opportunities to extract money and even compromise your data. Such tools often violate Instagrams terms and conditions, risking your account security. It is better to not fall for these scams, as Instagram itself does not provide these features.

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 23, 2025

Many of them are scams seeking opportunities to extract money and even compromise your data. Such tools often violate Instagrams terms and conditions, risking your account security. It is better to not fall for these scams, as Instagram itself does not provide these features.

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 23, 2025

Many of them are scams seeking opportunities to extract money and even compromise your data. Such tools often violate Instagrams terms and conditions, risking your account security. It is better to not fall for these scams, as Instagram itself does not provide these features.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2024

Key takeaways: 2FA can provide additional security to any account or system that requires user verification. 2FA conveys many security benefits for users and organizations but does have a few limitations. Types of 2FA 2FA requires you to verify your identity a second time after you enter your username and password.

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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

There were PDFs of Election Day passwords that supervisors use to start in elections. Bee: Can you tell me what the password was? Bee: I have to put in 16 letters and digits to get into my FreshDirect account. Casinos don’t want to be scammed so the gaming commission is constantly auditing systems. The difference?

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 29, 2020

There were PDFs of Election Day passwords that supervisors use to start in elections. Bee: Can you tell me what the password was? Bee: I have to put in 16 letters and digits to get into my FreshDirect account. Casinos don’t want to be scammed so the gaming commission is constantly auditing systems. The difference?

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 20, 2020

This brings us to the core question – why does any employee or a group of employees have so much control over users’ accounts? Twitter was caught storing plaintext passwords in logfiles two years ago. Apparently, Twitter did not learn from that experience or take sufficient steps keep user credentials and accounts secure.”

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ForAllSecure

OCTOBER 20, 2020

There were PDFs of Election Day passwords that supervisors use to start in elections. Bee: Can you tell me what the password was? Bee: I have to put in 16 letters and digits to get into my FreshDirect account. Casinos don’t want to be scammed so the gaming commission is constantly auditing systems. The difference?

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Several reputable sources are warning about a very sophisticated Artificial Intelligence (AI) supported type of scam that is bound to trick a lot of people into compromising their Gmail account. If you click “Yes, it’s me” on the fake account recovery screen then you’ll likely lose access to your Google account.

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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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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Here's Why Forgotten Password or Email Address Account Hacked or Compromised Two-Factor Authentication Troubles Disabled or Locked Account Browser or App Issues Tips for Account Recovery and Security Conclusion: Regaining Access to Your Facebook Account Introduction: Struggling to Log into Facebook?

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