Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

The attacks on password managers and their users continue as Bitwarden and 1Password users have reported seeing paid ads for phishing sites in Google search results for the official login page of the password management vendors.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The cybersecurity firm’s recommendations for malware victims are: Consult an expert : For thorough malware removal and system security, seek professional help if needed. Change passwords : After malware removal, update passwords for key accounts (email, banking, work, social media) and enable two-factor authentication.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

These days, users need an ever-growing number of online accounts to stay connected with their friends, colleagues, and employers. Since many people use the same passwords or patterns when generating passwords, hackers have more and more opportunities to gain access to sensitive company data. Best Password Manager Tools.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

They dont crack into password managers or spy on passwords entered for separate apps. If enough victims unwittingly send their passwords, the cyber thieves may even bundle the login credentials for sale on the dark web. The requests are bogus and simply a method for harvesting passwords.

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Schneier on Security

JUNE 28, 2022

And even if I could convince the cloud provider to bypass that and let me in, the backup is secured with a password which is stored in—you guessed it—my Password Manager. To get my passwords, I need my 2FA. To get my 2FA, I need my passwords. And, thus, get access to my accounts.

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SecureBlitz

MARCH 24, 2023

A secure password manager for internet users. Are you tired of trying to remember dozens of different passwords for all of your online accounts? Do you worry about the security of your personal information every time you create a new password? appeared first on SecureBlitz Cybersecurity.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 15, 2024

According to new research from Malwarebytes, people see this election season as a particularly risky time for their online privacy and cybersecurity. The electoral process is (forgive us) a lot like cybersecurity: It scares people, it’s hopelessly baroque, and, through a lack of participation, it can produce unwanted results.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 26, 2024

If your account falls into the wrong hands, it can lead to the loss of personal memories, private messages, or even a damaged online reputation. While hacking attempts continue to evolve, so do the strategies to secure your account. Create a schedule where passwords are changed automatically or at regular intervals.

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Schneier on Security

OCTOBER 10, 2018

The US Government Accounting Office just published a new report: " Weapons Systems Cyber Security: DOD Just Beginning to Grapple with Scale of Vulnerabilities " (summary here ). Although GAO and others have warned of cyber risks for decades, until recently, DOD did not prioritize weapon systems cybersecurity.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Yet, the recent cybersecurity breach at the beloved doughnut chain highlights critical lessons for organizations of all sizes and industries. Cybersecurity experts often ask critical questions: "What is our attack surface?" Organizations must view cybersecurity as a business-critical investment rather than a technical checkbox.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

These often start with a call to users, claiming their Gmail account has been compromised. The goal is to convince the target to provide the criminals with the users Gmail recovery code, claiming its needed to restore the account. Use a password manager to autofill credentials only on trusted sites.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

With so much critical data now stored in the cloud, how can people protect their accounts? Until biometrics or a quantum solution change our everyday approach to encryption, passwords remain our first line of defense against data breaches, hackers, and thieves. 3) Activate 2FA on all accounts. 3) Activate 2FA on all accounts.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The FBI, CISA, and MS-ISAC have issued a joint cybersecurity advisory warning organizations about Ghost (Cring) ransomware, a sophisticated cyber threat that has been compromising critical infrastructure, businesses, and government entities worldwide. Strengthening identity security Enforce phishing-resistant MFA for all privileged accounts.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Losing data related to a financial account can have severe consequences. If you find an app from this family or another information stealer on your device, there are a few guidelines to follow to limit the damage: Change your password. You can make a stolen password useless to thieves by changing it.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In a data breach notification filed by the Attorney General for the state of Maine, the cybersecurity incident that affected Columbus, Ohio impacted half a million people. Change your password. You can make a stolen password useless to thieves by changing it. Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 5, 2024

High profile TikTok accounts, including CNN, Sony, and—er­—Paris Hilton have been targeted in a recent attack. CNN was the first account takeover that made the news, with Semafor reporting that the account was down for several days after the incident. The account is then taken over and the user loses access.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

In November 2022, the password manager service LastPass disclosed a breach in which hackers stole password vaults containing both encrypted and plaintext data for more than 25 million users. “If you have my seed phrase, you can copy and paste that into your wallet, and then you can see all my accounts. .

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Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Losses triggered by account takeovers have averaged $12,000 per incident, according to data cited by SEON. The post Account takeover attacks on the rise, impacting almost 25% of people in the US appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Cybersecurity could be as easy as 1-2-3. In new research conducted by Malwarebytes, internet users across the United States and Canada admitted to dismal cybersecurity practices, failing to adopt some of the most basic defenses for staying safe online. Just 15 percent of people use a password manager. Special characters?

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IT Security Guru

OCTOBER 21, 2024

October is widely regarded as Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The importance of creating strong passwords and maintaining good password hygiene cannot be overstated. This stress can lead to complacency, as remembering multiple unique and lengthy passwords can be challenging.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

However, there is another, far easier way for criminals to get at LastPass users' passwords, without cracking them: They can simply ask. Armed with this data, attackers can send targeted phishing emails that attempt to steal the passwords needed to unlock the stolen password vaults. Use a password manager.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 24, 2022

In addition, educating employees about cybersecurity issues can help to reinforce the security-minded culture of the organization and change employee behaviour. Changing passwords regularly will make the lives of cyberbullies much harder. It also ensures that your account credentials won’t be used for as long.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 3, 2023

This could spell trouble, as hackers can easily hijack an account to publish scam related campaigns, hate speech, biased political statements and what not. Fifth is the news related to Australian Federal Police(AFP) arresting a 34-year woman for bombarding the email account of a Federal MP with over 32,000 emails.

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2023

In today’s blog, we’re unpacking why MFA is a cornerstone topic in this year’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month and how it can keep your organization safe from potentially devastating cyber attacks. Multi-factor authentication is something many of us encounter in our online lives in conjunction with passwords. First let’s recap.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 16, 2024

The vulnerability allows a successful attacker to easily take over users’ accounts without any interaction. To remediate the problem, users of self-managed instances must upgrade to a patched version following the specified upgrade path. GitLab supports as a second factor of authentication: Time-based one-time passwords (TOTP).

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Since then, the company has steadily cast off the need for passwords for various accounts, and by May 2020, 150 million people had stopped using passwords. Now the company is expanding the passwordless push to all Microsoft accounts. Google automatically makes account holders use two-factor authentication.

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Responsible Cyber

MARCH 2, 2025

But while managing these subscriptions can feel like a mundane task, theres a hidden layer that many overlook: the critical role subscription management plays in cybersecurity. Poorly managed subscriptions can open the door to cyber threats, data breaches, and financial risks.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

With the right cybersecurity practices, everyday Mac users can stay safe from these emerging threats. With stolen passwords, the impact is even broader; hackers could wire funds from a breached online banking account into their own, or masquerade as someone on social media to ask friends and family for money.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

I didn't give this advice last year for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, but I'm sure giving it now. It's never been easier to open a fake account in your name. Make an account in each of these places (or log in if you have one). I need to open an account, what do I do? Now is the time, my friends. It's not so bad.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

We need secure and unique passwords to use business applications , access e-mail, and social media securely, and even watch movies on a streaming service. Password managers take some strain from generating, associating, and remembering those passwords. Table of Contents Toggle What Is a Password Manager?

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IT Security Guru

APRIL 26, 2021

However, due to the reliance on connectivity, the gaming community is not immune to cybersecurity threats. Sensitive information, both personal and financial, are used, stored, and linked to online gaming accounts. Users should create unique passwords for all online gaming and gambling accounts.

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Adam Levin

DECEMBER 16, 2020

That’s always the case when it comes to cybersecurity. Don’t re-use passwords: Yes, keeping track of passwords for all of your accounts can be a chore, but using the same password means that one breached account can be used to others that use the same user credentials. It’s not worth the risk.

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SecureList

JUNE 25, 2024

Despite adopting digital technology for remote work, production, and sales, SMBs often lack robust cybersecurity measures. SMBs face significant cybersecurity challenges due to limited resources and expertise. Human error, often stemming from a lack of cybersecurity awareness, can lead to severe security breaches.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

With couples today regularly sharing access to one another’s email accounts, streaming services, social media platforms, online photo albums, and more, the risk of a bad breakup isn’t just heartache. The use of multifactor/two-factor authentication on every sensitive account that allows it. The internet has made it harder.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Your employers might be able to provide you with specific directions on how to handle certain aspects of your cybersecurity. Here are some cybersecurity best practices tips that apply more than ever when it comes to remote workers carrying out their duties securely. Use strong passwords.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

At Malwarebytes we’ve been telling people for years not to reuse passwords, and that a password manager is a secure way of remembering all the passwords you need for your online accounts. But we also know that a password manager can be overwhelming, especially when you’re just getting started.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 16, 2024

More and more websites and services are making multi-factor-authentication (MFA) mandatory, which makes it much harder for cybercriminals to access your accounts. It works like this: A user gets lured to a phishing site masquerading as a site they normally use, such as a bank, email or social media account. Use a password manager.

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