Identity IQ

MARCH 2, 2021

If you’re still under the impression that hacking is restricted to hoodie-wearing individuals in darkened rooms, then you might be vastly underestimating the scale the data breach problem. . Last year alone more than 300 million consumers were impacted by data breaches, according to the Identity Theft Resource Center.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 8, 2022

The average internet user has somewhere around 100 accounts, according to NordPass research, meaning they have to track 100 different passwords or risk using the same one over and over. Users can share password files securely with encrypted transmissions. Vault health reports Directory sync Secure password sharing.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

The first one was about HSBC disclosing a "security incident" which, upon closer inspection, boiled down to this: The security incident that HSBC described in its letter seems to fit the characteristics of brute-force password-guessing attempts, also known as a credentials stuffing attack. link] — Troy Hunt (@troyhunt) November 6, 2018.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 22, 2022

In September 2020, Singapore-based online grocery store, Redmart, experienced a data breach that exposed the personally identifiable information (PII) of over 890,000 of its customers. According to an article, the Redmart ….

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 26, 2023

The end result of these types of cyber attacks are often highly public and damaging data breaches. 1 in 4 Americans reported that they would stop doing business with a company following a data breach, and 67% of consumers reported a loss of trust in an organization following a breach. What Are Data Breaches?

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Graham Cluley

AUGUST 17, 2021

New research suggests that not many people have learnt the lesson of not reusing passwords, putting themselves and the companies they work for at risk. Read more in my article on the Hot for Security blog.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 22, 2023

However, hashes can still be cracked, and other authentication data may be used in spear phishing attacks. In this case, it could take attackers as long as 22 years to crack a very strong admin password. If the password is weaker and susceptible to vocabulary attacks, it could be cracked in just a few days.

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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. or iPadOS 18.0,

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 4, 2024

Assess risks. Creating a solid cybersecurity foundation begins with understanding the organization’s risks. A recent study found only 27% of charities undertook risk assessments in 2023 and only 11% said they reviewed risks posed by suppliers. Keep software updated. Strengthen authentication.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 24, 2023

As the frequency of data breaches surges, it becomes increasingly imperative to guarantee the security and adequate encryption of passwords. In this article, I will provide an overview of password encryption, explaining its essence and modus operandi. What is password encryption?

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Security Affairs

JULY 14, 2024

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. CISA adds Microsoft Windows and Rejetto HTTP File Server bugs to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Evolve Bank data breach impacted over 7.6 A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! Their focus?

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 7, 2023

Leaked email: Companies or third-party vendors put email address security at risk when they experience data breaches. Take the WhatsApp data breach of 2019, where hackers got the personal data of 1.5 In that case, it would be a significant cybersecurity risk for businesses and individuals alike.

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Zigrin Security

APRIL 26, 2023

In this article As someone who tests web application security cautiously, Dawid discovered a vulnerability in MISP, a popular open-source platform for sharing and analyzing threat information. This vulnerability allows an attacker to bypass password confirmation and change sensitive information without proper authorization.

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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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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In October we reported that the data of as many as seven million 23andMe customers were for sale on criminal forums following a password attack against the genomics company. Now, a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has provided some more insight into the data theft. Change your password.

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Hot for Security

MARCH 1, 2021

Gab, the Twitter-like social networking service known for its far-right userbase, has reportedly been hacked - putting more than 40 million public and private posts, messages, as well as user profiles and hashed passwords, at risk of exposure. Read more in my article on the Hot for Security blog.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 22, 2021

The risk of identity theft is a concept that most of us are probably familiar with given the rise of cybercrime and data breaches. Works has revealed that most employees do little to protect themselves when they learn their personal information has been exposed in an employer’s data breach. IdentityIQ.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

In this article, we’ll be covering the following topics: What are the Components of a Digital Identity? The Risks to Digital Identities: Attack Vectors. Digital attributes are data points about you that are often used for administrative reasons and include: Date of birth. The Risks to Digital Identities: Attack Vectors.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

One year ago in February, the major eBay hack was in progress, eventually resulting in over 233 million passwords being stolen. Take a look at the New York Times’ coverage of the data breach here for more insight. 10 Million Passwords Leaked Online. You can read why Mark leaked the passwords here on his personal blog.

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Identity IQ

JULY 5, 2021

While there are certainly some pros to using their own devices, employees should be aware of the possible risks and how to avoid them. But do you know the challenges associated with managing device access and the mobile security issues that can put your and your company’s credentials at risk? Risks When You BYOD. The post BYOD?

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Security Affairs

JUNE 11, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. Experts found new MOVEit Transfer SQL Injection flaws The University of Manchester suffered a cyber attack and suspects a data breach Russians charged with hacking Mt.

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

With more than 15 billion login credentials available on the dark web because of data breaches, millions of online accounts remain at risk of unauthorized access. 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.

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Security Affairs

JULY 27, 2023

DepositFiles’ clients are at risk of their personally identifiable information, files, and passwords being stolen. We contacted the company for comment but did not receive a reply before publishing this article. What DepositFiles data was exposed? researchers said. Why is exposing config files dangerous? researchers said.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Every year is abundant with major data leaks, biggest data breaches and hacks drawing massive media attention (such as Medibank and Optus data breach, Twitter data breach, and Uber and Rockstar compromise in 2022 and in T-Mobile , MailChimp and OpenAI in 2023).

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

With billions of dollars and sensitive data at risk, banks are under constant pressure to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals. In this article, we’ll dive into the most pressing cyber security concerns and explore the best practices and solutions that are shaping the future of secure banking.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2024

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. surfaces in the threat landscape Pokemon Company resets some users’ passwords Ukraine cyber police arrested crooks selling 100 million compromised accounts New AcidPour wiper targets Linux x86 devices. Is it a Russia’s weapon?

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Security Affairs

MAY 14, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you in your email box. A new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter arrived! We are in the final ! Nominate Pierluigi Paganini and Security Affairs here here: [link] Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 3, 2024

This article delves into the various biometric authentication methods, explaining how they work and how biometrics can help prevent identity theft. For years, we’ve relied on traditional methods like passwords, PINs, and security questions to verify our identities. What are Biometrics?

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Identity IQ

MAY 30, 2023

If you’re not familiar with the dark web, you might be wondering what it is, how information gets there, and what happens if your data is involved. In this article, we answer these questions and more, so you can understand the risks and how to help protect yourself from possible scams down the road. What is the Dark Web?

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 21, 2023

More than 22,000 users of Blink Mobility should take the necessary steps to protect themselves against the risk of identity theft. The Cybernews research team has discovered that their personal data was exposed in a leak. Its metadata was then indexed by search engines and discovered by Cybernews researchers on October 17th.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Every week the best security articles from Security Affairs are free for you 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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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

That is why most companies hire professional information security services to mitigate the risks arising from data breaches. This article discusses top areas in IT where you need to strengthen cybersecurity measures to avoid data breaches and information loss: Networks. Data Security. Data Backup.

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Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

As technology continues to advance, so do the risks of cyber attacks. Studies show that over 50% of small businesses experience a data breach or cyber attack. In this article, we will discuss several steps that you can take to safeguard your business from cyber-attacks. Passwords should be complex and changed frequently.

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Centraleyes

JULY 16, 2024

But don’t worry; you can still take strong protective measures to keep your data as safe as possible. So, while the risks are different now, the need for good security practices hasn’t changed. These statistics illustrate the growing importance of the CIA triad as it relates to cloud data security.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

The Federal Trade Commission is commemorating Identity Theft Awareness Week with a series of free events focused on raising awareness and educating consumers about the growing risk of identity theft. What’s more, the risk of falling prey to identity thieves and how much money they can steal is skyrocketing! Review your bills.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Supply chain issues, inflation, a red-hot housing market, labor shortages and data breaches are just a few of the topics that affected our credit and personal finances. Scam School: Bad Practices on Social Media Could Put Your Identity at Risk. What to Do If You’re a Victim of a Hospital Data Breach.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 18, 2023

This article will explore the realm of malicious bots, uncover their cybersecurity risks, and provide valuable insights on safeguarding yourself from bot attacks. The risks posed by bots to cybersecurity The rise of bots as a cybersecurity threat entails several risks, including: 1. Stats on bots 1.

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