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. A type of phishing we’re calling authentication-in-the-middle is showing up in online media. Use a password manager. That’s a great thing.

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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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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 19, 2022

One new tactic hackers have been using is to steal cookies from current or recent web sessions to bypass multi-factor authentication (MFA). Even cloud infrastructures rely on cookies to authenticate their users. Browsers allow users to maintain authentication, remember passwords and autofill forms.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

In a stark warning to organizations and everyday users alike, cybersecurity experts and government agencies have sounded the alarm over a new breed of Gmail-targeted phishing attacks. Expert Advice and Organizational Impact Cybersecurity experts urge organizations to implement robust measures to counter these evolving threats.

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) protects your environment by guarding against password weaknesses with strong authentication methods. In our last blog, we discussed using strong passwords and a password manager to provide better defense at the first layer of the authentication process. What is MFA?

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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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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 8, 2022

This overconfidence is cause for concern for many cybersecurity professionals as humans are the number one reason for breaches (how many of your passwords are qwerty or 1234five?). Only 33 percent consistently use two-factor authentication (2FA). Not using repeated passwords. Blurred lines.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Passkeys and The Beginning of Stronger Authentication madhav Fri, 02/02/2024 - 05:23 How passkeys are rewriting the current threat landscape Lillian, an experienced CISO, surveyed the threat landscape. Despite solid cybersecurity defenses within her enterprise, the reliance on age-old passwords left it vulnerable.

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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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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. Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else. Better yet, let a password manager choose one for you.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 10, 2020

The cybersecurity needs of small- and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) differ from those of large enterprises, but few solutions cater to them. A 2018 Cisco Cybersecurity Special Report found that 54 % of all cyber attacks cost the target company more than $0.5 Each connection needs to be authenticated and privileges enforced.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Around the same time, users receive legitimate looking emails from what appears to be an authentic Google domain to add credibility to what the caller is claiming to have happened. Use a password manager to autofill credentials only on trusted sites. Monitor your accounts for signs of unauthorized access or data leaks.

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Cisco Security

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Going beyond the hype, passwordless authentication is now a reality. Cisco Duo’s passwordless authentication is now generally available across all Duo Editions. “ Cisco Duo simplifies the passwordless journey for organizations that want to implement phishing-resistant authentication and adopt a zero trust security strategy.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 15, 2019

If there ever was such a thing as a cybersecurity silver bullet it would do one thing really well: eliminate passwords. Threat actors have proven to be endlessly clever at abusing and misusing passwords. So what’s stopping us from getting rid of passwords altogether? million on average, a potentially crippling amount.

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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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Malwarebytes

APRIL 9, 2025

According to the lawsuit, Bathula harvested passwords from the workplace keylogger and used them to hijack personal accounts that victims hadn’t accessed at work. Use a password manager. Another way to prevent a keylogger from reading your passwords is not to type them in. Use multi-factor authentication.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 11, 2024

Passwords have been the cornerstone of basic cybersecurity hygiene for decades. But as secure and user-friendly as these authentication methods are, cybercriminals are already busily sidestepping all forms of authentication – passwords, MFA, and passkeys – to sometimes devastating effect.

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Schneier on Security

JUNE 28, 2022

Thought experiment story of someone of someone who lost everything in a house fire, and now can’t log into anything: But to get into my cloud, I need my password and 2FA. To get my passwords, I need my 2FA. To get my 2FA, I need my passwords. I am in cyclic dependency hell. There is no-one to convince. Code is law.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 27, 2025

26, 2025, CyberNewswire — INE Security , a leading global provider of cybersecurity training and certifications, today announced a new initiative designed to accelerate compliance with the Department of Defense’s (DoD) newly streamlined Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0. Cary, NC, Jan.

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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. Use Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions.

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IT Security Guru

OCTOBER 21, 2024

October is widely regarded as Cybersecurity Awareness Month. In a world where individuals often juggle numerous credentials for both personal and professional use, it’s no surprise that 62% of people globally feel overwhelmed by password management. Don’t wait for a breach to act!

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 19, 2024

If you’re not using basic measures like password managers, two-factor authentication (2FA) and cybersecurity training, you’re risking more than you might realize. The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 4/19/24 appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

You may not worry about a hacker using your Netflix login to catch up on Squid Game, but if that same password permits the thief access to your PayPal account, the stakes are suddenly much higher. Silo your risk by generating a unique password for each of your online accounts. 4) Use a password manager.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Small businesses and startups are known to face some extra challenges when it comes to cybersecurity. Make cybersecurity a company-wide issue, but also appoint a go-to person that has a responsibility, along with the time and the tools to perform that task. Often security issues are just dealt with when the need arises.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 9, 2023

Passkeys are a lot easier to manage and are resistant to phishing , harvesting and other credential attacks, which is why it’s making its way into the mainstream as a more secure and convenient authentication method. Just last week, Google announced that it will support passkeys for Google accounts.

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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 24 percent of people use multi-factor authentication.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 11, 2024

Passwords have been the cornerstone of basic cybersecurity hygiene for decades. The post GUEST ESSAY: How cybercriminals are using ‘infostealers’ to sidestep passwordless authentication appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 22, 2023

Security researchers recently published a paper detailing an attack they say can be used to bypass smartphone fingerprint authentication. An attack like BrutePrint could present a significant threat to passkeys , an increasingly popular way to replace passwords with authentication methods like fingerprint authentication or face recognition.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 3, 2023

The NCSC of the United Kingdom opposes Twitter’s decision to forgo multi-factor authentication in the coming weeks. So, Britain’s cyber arm of GCHQ is urging Twitter users to use other online services in securing their online accounts, by adding an extra layer of security- on top of password managers and a 14-16 character password.

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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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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 14, 2023

Passkeys can use a range of passwordless authentication methods, from fingerprint, face and iris recognition to screen lock pins, smart cards, USB devices and more. They can be implemented as part of an account, application, cloud service, access management system, or password manager. 600/year minimum Premium: $4.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 8, 2022

Which are the most important cybersecurity measures that businesses can take to protect themselves in the cloud era? In this article, we will discuss 15 of the most important cybersecurity measures. Authentication. Two-factor authentication is another important security measure for the cloud era. Use a password manager.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

From March 19, users of Twitter won’t be able to use SMS-based two-factor authentication (2FA) unless they have a subscription to the paid Twitter Blue service. You can still use the authentication app and security key methods. To avoid losing access to Twitter, remove text message two-factor authentication by Mar 19, 2023.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 29, 2022

Web application attacks directed at organizations’ web and mail servers continue to take the lead in cybersecurity incidents. Password security may seem like a simple solution for a huge problem, but it may be difficult to successfully implement in practice. Authentication bypass. Brute forcing passwords.

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Using strong passwords and a password manager 2. Enabling multi-factor authentication 3. Updating software Cisco Duo is all about cybersecurity, so every week we’re going to publish a blog focused on those respective topics. Regular Changes: Regularly change your passwords, especially after any suspicious activity.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 6, 2022

To avoid these risks, companies need to develop a culture of cybersecurity that will lead to sustainable behavioral change whether employees are in the office or not. Supply chains are also uniquely susceptible to third-party risk, as lackluster cybersecurity among partners can give cybercriminals back-door access to more secure targets.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 20, 2022

Common ways corporate breaches and basic passwords spill all over the floor are issues we’ve covered at length. We recently highlighted recommendations from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency which deal with most of the causes of CEO password loss. Maybe they had two-factor authentication ( 2FA ) set up.

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