Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

As we explained in our article about 1Password being a victim of this breach, it’s normal for Okta support to ask customers to upload a file known as an HTTP Archive (HAR) file. To gain access to that service account, the attacker compromised an Okta employee. Change your password. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA).

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 6, 2022

million customers have had their user accounts compromised in credential stuffing attacks. Credential stuffing is the automated injection of stolen username and password pairs in to website login forms, in order to fraudulently gain access to user accounts. Using a forum or social media account to send phishing messages or spam.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 21, 2024

Navigating the complexities of password management can be challenging, especially if you’re new to it. LastPass, a leading password manager, offers a robust solution for securely storing and managing your organization’s digital assets. Enter your email address and create a strong master password.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 24, 2022

So many people use the same combination of username and password for every account. You see, these days, many data breaches could be traced back to people using the same password across multiple accounts. From there, it’s easy to reset the pass code for almost all of your accounts when the bad guy controls your email too.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

It's just another day on the internet when the news is full of headlines about accounts being hacked. The second story was about a number of verified Twitter accounts having been "hacked" and then leveraged in Bitcoin scams. And then there's the account holder, the one who chose the password.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 26, 2021

We celebrated World Password Day on May 6, 2021. Related: Credential stuffing fuels account takeovers. Every year, the first Thursday in May serves as a reminder for us to take control of our personal password strategies. Breaches to multiple accounts that share the same or similar passwords.

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Daniel Miessler

MAY 14, 2020

I wrote an article recently on how to secure your home network in three different tiers of protection. Use unique, strong passwords, and store them in a password manager. Many people get hacked from having guessable or previously compromised passwords. Enable two-factor authentication on all critical accounts.

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

What is Account Takeover? Account takeover, also known as ATO, is a form of identity theft in which a malicious third party gains access to or “takes over” an online account. One of the primary reasons behind this massive rise in account takeover is the relative ease with which it can be done. Account Takeover Prevention.

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Identity IQ

JULY 3, 2023

How to Detect and Respond to Account Misuse IdentityIQ As digital connectivity continues to grow, safeguarding your online accounts from misuse is becoming increasingly crucial. Account misuse can result in alarming repercussions, including privacy breaches, financial losses, and identity theft.

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Schneier on Security

DECEMBER 4, 2018

There are lots of articles about there telling people how to better secure their computers and online accounts. While I agree with some of it, this article contains some particularly bad advice: 1. I think twice about accessing my online bank account from a pubic Wi-Fi network, and I do use a VPN regularly.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2024

Keeper and Dashlane are top password managers prioritizing multi-layered encryption systems for secure password sharing. Both password managers are suitable for small to large businesses. 5 Keeper, a low-cost password manager, highlights security with strong end-to-end encryption and authentication.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 16, 2023

Recently, thousands of Norton LifeLock customer accounts were compromised in a data breach. Criminal hackers attempted to break into Norton LifeLock customer accounts and possible password managers, meaning they might have gained access to customers’ usernames, passwords and other personal information. IdentityIQ.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 20, 2024

Keeper and Bitwarden are password manager products that help your business manage its application credentials across all platforms. Bitwarden is great for mid-sized businesses and teams that want to self-host a password manager. Keeper is a strong solution for both small businesses and large enterprises.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The following article analyzes the operation of this technique as explained by OALABS researchers, highlighting the risks and protective measures we can take: [link] Attack flow The Credential Flusher method uses an AutoIt script to force users to enter their credentials in a browser operating in kiosk mode.

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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. Keeper Overview Better for Pricing & Secure Password Management Overall Rating: 3.9/5

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Schneier on Security

DECEMBER 26, 2022

If you’re changing password managers, look at my own Password Safe. News articles. But this should serve as a cautionary tale for anyone who is using the cloud: the cloud is another name for “someone else’s computer,” and you need to understand how much or how little you trust that computer.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

During a disaster, keep documents and devices with you, use secure connections, and monitor your accounts for unusual activity. IdentityIQ offers comprehensive protection, including identity theft monitoring, fraud restoration, and device protection with a password manager and VPN. Report any discrepancies immediately.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

One of the most promising new features is the new Passwords app. Built on the foundation of Apple’s password management system Keychain, Passwords makes it easier for users to access stored passwords and get an overview of their credentials. And, admittedly, many of them come with a learning curve.

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Security Through Education

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

This article will address ways you can get involved. Utilize a Password Manager As humans we like things that are easy to remember, and that doesn’t change when it comes to passwords. However, easy to remember and reused passwords are weak passwords that can easily be cracked and leveraged across accounts.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 1, 2021

Passwords are a hot topic on social media at the moment, due to the re-emergence of a discussion about good password management practices. There’s a wealth of password management options available, some more desirable than others. The primary recommendation online is usually a software-based management tool.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

So, this article aims to educate consumers and businesses around the world to protect themselves against the growing number of data breaches with a secure password(pwd). 1) First never use a combination of words as password that are easy to guess like Iloveyou and 123456 and such.

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Security Through Education

OCTOBER 22, 2024

This article will focus on you, and how you can “secure your world.” Make Them Unique Use a different strong password for each account. This can be made easier through the use of a password manager. Turn on MFA Multifactor Authentication (MFA) is like a secondary defense for your accounts.

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CSO Magazine

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Password manager vendor Dashlane has announced updates to its suite of enterprise offerings. These include a new Dark Web Insights tool that provides a breakdown of compromised passwords, a standalone authenticator app for enabling account multi-factor authentication (MFA), and a low-cost starter plan for small businesses.

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Security Affairs

JULY 28, 2024

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Norton has multiple training videos and help articles for using the software, and it offers phone, email, and chat options for customer support. Password manager: Norton generates strong passwords and syncs logins across all your protected devices. On the usability side, it supports Mac, Windows, Android, and iOS devices.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 5, 2023

In this article, we will explore actionable steps to protect your privacy online and ensure a safer digital presence. Use Strong and Unique Passwords : One of the most basic yet critical steps is to create strong, unique passwords for your online accounts.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 10, 2024

When logging into an account, you can simply plug the security key into your computer or mobile device and it will act as your second form of authentication. Then, you enter your password and that's that. A quick caveat is that I tried to do my testing while having a password manager as an extension in my browser (Mozilla Firefox).

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 3, 2022

By focusing on this context, we hope that you’ll come away with a stronger understanding about, for instance, why you should use a password manager rather than that you should use a password manager. I spent the day reporting and writing an entire article on my phone. Do not trust everything you see online.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The amendment says that an investigation showed that the attacker was able to directly access the accounts of roughly 0.1% The attacker accessed the accounts using credential stuffing which is where someone tries existing username and password combinations to see if they can log in to a service. Change your password.

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Hacker's King

AUGUST 6, 2024

In this article, we will learn about a phishing attack that can be used to compromise your whole computer or operating system with the help of a simple phishing attack. This tool is intended to raise awareness about cybersecurity threats and help users understand the importance of security measures like 2FA and password management.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

Cybercriminals can exploit stolen usernames and passwords to gain unauthorized access to your accounts, compromising your personal and financial information. Follow these best practices with it comes to creating strong and unique passwords: Incorporate a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numerals, and punctuation marks.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

Cybercriminals can exploit stolen usernames and passwords to gain unauthorized access to your accounts, compromising your personal and financial information. Follow these best practices with it comes to creating strong and unique passwords: Incorporate a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numerals, and punctuation marks.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 15, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs free for you in your email box. If you want to also receive for free the newsletter with the international press subscribe here. Most internet-exposed Cacti servers exposed to hacking French CNIL fined Tiktok $5.4

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SecureWorld News

MAY 22, 2023

What happened, according to a statement by the USPS quoted in a USA Today article , was the agency was " notified in December about an 'unusual log-in activity involving a limited number of employees.' Using a password manager such as Keeper can help users avoid phony lookalike websites.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 19, 2023

To make sure that your time spent online is enjoyable and risk-free, this article provides seven simple internet safety tips. 6: Use a Password Manager Remembering a different, strong password for every account can be a hassle. This is where password managers come in.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Interestingly, the report also found that 30% of Americans said it is OK to use the same password for an online bank account that they use for other accounts. Everything is at risk, including our personal identity information, bank accounts, sensitive work data, health-related data and more. Use a Password Manager.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 4, 2022

Use a strong, unique password for each login you use. Use a password manager to create and remember passwords if you can. If you aren’t using a password manager, use long passphrases that cannot be found in a dictionary. The war in Ukraine may change the risks that some or all of us face online.

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