IT Security Guru

JUNE 30, 2021

Using the same password for all software applications increase the chances of cybercriminals learning an individual’s log-in credentials and gaining unauthorized access – resulting in data theft, identity theft and other harm. Single Sign-On (SSO) is a solution that combats password fatigue. fewer requests to reset passwords).

Password Management 133

Password Management Passwords VPN B2C 133

SecureList

MAY 25, 2022

A key is needed to gain access to a car, but in this case instead of a key there is a login or email and a password. The research scope included 155 of the most popular solutions that require the vehicle owner’s credentials (login and password pair or API key) to interact with the vehicle. So, what can go wrong?

Mobile 128

Mobile B2B Manufacturing Passwords 128

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Gekko Group is a leading European B2B hotel booking platform that also owns smaller hospitality brands, including Teldar Travel & Infinite Hotel. Security experts from vpnMentor discovered that Gekko Group, an AccorHotels subsidiary, exposes hotels and travelers in a massive data leak. of guests, room types, etc.),

B2B 114

B2B Advertising Accountability Passwords 114

Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

And as these businesses work towards building robust security strategies, it’s vital that they account for various threat vectors and vulnerabilities. BOLA authorization flaws can lead to unauthorized viewing, modification or destruction of data, or even a full account takeover. Today, BOLA accounts for 40% of all API attacks.

Authentication 132

Authentication Accountability B2B Digital transformation 132

The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

The nonstop intensity of these attacks is vividly illustrated by the fact that malicious bot communications now account for one-third of total Internet traffic. One of the most intensive uses of criminal botnets is account takeovers. Botnets can test stolen usernames and passwords at scale.

Digital transformation 140

Digital transformation Mobile B2C Internet 140

IT Security Guru

AUGUST 19, 2024

Lateral phishing emails from within a business’s domain indicate a successful account takeover, allowing bad actors to target additional accounts and sensitive data. Here are several critical mistakes that entities frequently make: Weak Passwords and Lack of MFA Weak passwords are a glaring vulnerability.

Ransomware 136

Ransomware Backups Social Engineering Manufacturing 136

Cisco Security

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Previously in our Go Dox Yourself series, we walked through reviewing what information is available about you online, prioritizing those accounts that are most important or still active, and then restricting how much we share through those accounts and who gets to see it. SURVIVING THE WALKING DEAD (ACCOUNTS).

Accountability 124

Accountability Marketing B2B Media 124

Security Affairs

APRIL 6, 2019

For instance, it patches a dangerous hole in the store that allows hackers to gain admin control over any Magento 2 admin account they can get their hands on. On an unpatched store, the attacker can use an SQL injection to gain access to user names and password hashes and then crack them open. What Does the Exploit Do?

B2B 111

B2B Accountability Advertising Hacking 111

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Passwords are the most common authentication tool used by enterprises, yet they are notoriously insecure and easily hackable. But even when passwords are secure, it’s not enough. Recently, hackers leaked 87,000 Fortinet VPN passwords , mostly from companies who hadn’t yet patched a two-year-old vulnerability. MFA can be hacked.

Authentication 105

Authentication Passwords Mobile Accountability 105

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Researcher discovered that global B2B CRM provider Really Simple Systems exposed online a non-password-protected database with million records. Cybersecurity Researcher, Jeremiah Fowler, discovered and reported to vpnMentor about a non-password protected database that contained over 3 million records.

Data breaches 131

Data breaches B2B Education Identity Theft 131

SecureList

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The user creates an account and gains access to the bot. Account hacking. Account security is always a priority issue. It is quite possible for attackers to gain access to employee accounts — and the data in them — for example, through phishing attacks or credential stuffing.

Accountability 139

Accountability B2B Risk Hacking 139

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 8, 2023

When most people think about social media and cybersecurity, they typically think about hackers taking over Instagram accounts or Facebook Messenger scammers taking private information. The Identity Theft Resource Center’s 2022 Consumer Impact Report revealed that social media account takeovers have grown by 1,000% in one year.

Media 89

Media Risk Cybersecurity Education 89

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Security leaders will tackle B2B identities Enterprises, both public and private, are working far more with third partiesfrom suppliers to contractors to corporate customers and more. However, these tools also lead to ever more realistic identity fakes that fraudulently open new accounts.

B2B 71

B2B Data privacy Financial Services Banking 71

Security Affairs

MARCH 3, 2021

There was no need for a password or login credentials to access the information, and the data was not encrypted. Identity Theft: Leaked personally identifiable information (PIIs) can be used to access accounts on other websites, leading to further information leaks and outright identity theft. The leak has since been secured.

Data breaches 100

Data breaches Identity Theft Phishing B2B 100

SecureList

JUNE 26, 2023

Below is a brief description of the most popular types of threats that SMB employees encountered in January–May 2023: Exploits The biggest threat to SMBs in the first five months of 2023 were exploits , which accounted for 483,980 detections. If an employee enters their credentials, the scammers get access to their account.

Cybercrime 123

Cybercrime Phishing Banking Malware 123

eSecurity Planet

JULY 6, 2021

Like SolarWinds, both companies serve large B2B audiences, where Kaseya’s products produce hundreds of end products and services. Some threat groups promote a moral code of conduct, but there’s little evidence to prove actors are held accountable for misuse like targeting critical infrastructure, nonprofit, and public organizations.

Ransomware 123

Ransomware Software B2B System Administration 123

Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Security leaders will tackle B2B identities Enterprises, both public and private, are working far more with third partiesfrom suppliers to contractors to corporate customers and more. However, these tools also lead to ever more realistic identity fakes that fraudulently open new accounts.

B2B 52

B2B Data privacy Financial Services Banking 52

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

These checklists include security standards and best practices for SaaS and cloud applications, and B2B SaaS providers use them to guarantee that their solutions match customer security standards. Is there cybersecurity training on best practices, including setting strong passwords in accordance with the organization’s policy?

Risk 109

Risk Threat Detection Data breaches Encryption 109

Troy Hunt

DECEMBER 19, 2017

The site asks you for some personal information when you create the account which it then stores in a database. Report URI needs a password as well because you need to be able to login. But firstly, let's put that question in context: you sign up to a cat forum because you want to discuss cats with other feline aficionados.

Data breaches 153

Data breaches Data collection B2B Mobile 153

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 7, 2024

Functionality complexity—now and in the future In the early days, CIAM was mostly about an online form for registration and a user-ID + password login. You may also want to match the user account with internal data and validate it against a third-party register. Today, customers can log in via various channels and devices.

Marketing 71

Marketing Digital transformation Data privacy Risk 71

Security Boulevard

AUGUST 8, 2024

Functionality complexity—now and in the future In the early days, CIAM was mostly about an online form for registration and a user-ID + password login. You may also want to match the user account with internal data and validate it against a third-party register. Today, customers can log in via various channels and devices.

Marketing 64

Marketing Digital transformation Data privacy Risk 64

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 9, 2024

per year for the first year Personal key passwords, access via browser, remote reboot Table of Contents Toggle Risks of Using Remote Access Software How Can I Access Another Computer Remotely for Free? Provider Starting Price Notable Features RustDesk $19.90 You can also contact the company to get a free trial.

Software 63

Software Mobile Authentication Risk 63

SecureList

DECEMBER 7, 2021

This is the era of big game hunting: high-profile B2B targets, big ransom demands, sophisticated attacks, highly sensitive data being stolen, and major fallout from a successful attack. The former target both B2B and B2C, while the latter target primarily the B2C sector. billion in transfers over the last three years.

Ransomware 145

Ransomware B2B B2C Government 145

SecureList

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Some employees are not strictly using their business accounts for work-related purposes. For example, 42% of workers say they are using personal email accounts for work and nearly half (49%) have admitted to increasing how often they do this. The cybercriminals were after login credentials for accounts on the official WHO site.

Scams 75

Scams Passwords Phishing Internet 75

SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

When I say classic, I mean basic application security – passwords and making sure that if you’re using cloud-based service from either Amazon or Google or Microsoft that they’ve got some of those security features toggled on. It depends whether the company is in the B2C market or in B2B. That’s a bigger concern.

Government 72

Government B2B Risk Technology 72

SecureList

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

To complete the booking, the scammers requested bank card details, claiming that a certain sum would be temporarily blocked on the account to verify the card’s authenticity. By gaining access to a corporate account, criminals could conduct financial transactions on behalf of employees and gain access to large customer databases.

Phishing 83

Phishing Scams Cryptocurrency Computers and Electronics 83