Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

“The company recently discovered that an unauthorized party had copied and encrypted information, and took steps towards removing it,” Marriott disclosed in a statement. The vulnerability that the hackers took advantage of had been in place and used for “unauthorized access,” according to the company statement, since 2014.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Phishing scams, ransomware attacks, data breaches, and identity theft are part of a growing list of online dangers that are a daily reality. Password Manager Ensures your passwords are strong and secure, while also making them easy to access and manage. Anti-phishing protection Shields you from phishing attempts.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 3, 2023

To avoid these attacks, it is best to use protective security measures and keep data secure with encryption. This could spell trouble, as hackers can easily hijack an account to publish scam related campaigns, hate speech, biased political statements and what not.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

The phishing sites used a Telegram instant message bot to forward any submitted credentials in real-time, allowing the attackers to use the phished username, password and one-time code to log in as that employee at the real employer website. 0ktapus often leveraged information or access gained in one breach to perpetrate another.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Each of your passwords needs to incorporate numbers, symbols and capital letters, use at least 16 characters. Use a password manager Keeping track of complex passwords for each of your accounts can seem overwhelming, but a password manager offers a simple and safe solution. Do not use your pet’s name!

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

After a disaster, stay alert for scams and fraud , consider placing a credit freeze, and monitor your credit regularly. IdentityIQ offers comprehensive protection, including identity theft monitoring, fraud restoration, and device protection with a password manager and VPN.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 27, 2025

Encryption Whenever you are sharing sensitive personal or business information (from passwords to client details), encryption should be mandatory. Encryption keeps your data confidential and secure, making it difficult for hackers to access information you're sharing across digital channels. It's time to change it.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 20, 2024

When creating passwords, use at least 12 characters, combining uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special symbols. Using a password manager can help you generate and store complex passwords without remembering each one. Use encrypted messaging apps like Signal or WhatsApp for private communications.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Passwords for accounts should be unique for every account and should compromise a long string of distinct characters, lower and upper case letters, and numbers. It is difficult to remember all passwords. That is where a password manager for business comes in to help keep track of passwords.

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Pen Test Partners

AUGUST 29, 2024

TL;DR Strong passwords : Use a password manager. This makes it harder for unauthorised users to gain access even if they have your password. These systems store your passwords in a single encrypted vault. You absolutely should secure your password manager with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).

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Webroot

MAY 9, 2024

Real-time antivirus protection Install robust antivirus software that provides continuous protection against emerging threats like malware, ransomware, and phishing scams. A VPN encrypts your internet connection, protecting your data from prying eyes.

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Google Security

MAY 11, 2022

Posted by Daniel Margolis, Software Engineer, Google Account Security Team Every year, security technologies improve: browsers get better , encryption becomes ubiquitous on the Web , authentication becomes stronger. Password managers that can validate the identity of the web page before logging in.

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Webroot

MAY 31, 2024

A VPN encrypts your internet traffic, making it unreadable to hackers. But keeping track of all your unique passwords can be difficult if you don’t have them stored securely in a password manager. Learn how to avoid a phishing scam. Choose a reputable VPN service and enable it whenever you connect to the internet.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Beware of phishing scams: Phishing scams appear in our email inboxes, text messages, social media, and even voicemails. Always confirm your connection is encrypted and avoid making financial transactions unless you’re on a private network. Adopt safe browsing habits: Update browser privacy settings and avoid suspicious websites.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Internet users can be targeted for identity theft , financial fraud and other scams. Online scams. The internet is full of online scams including payment app scams, ticketing scams, extortion, fake charities and online marketplace schemes. What are the Dangers of the Internet?

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Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Consider using a password manager. If you want to create your own passwords, go for something completely random, like your grandmother’s phone number in a code that uses the second letter of each letter associated with a phone key interface interspersed with the letter of a complex molecule of your choice.(Or

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Adam Levin

JANUARY 2, 2019

Use of password managers will increase: While it is true that passwords will continue to be mind-numbingly easy to crack, 2019 will also be the year consumer hygiene goes mainstream, so you will be hearing more conversations about password managers in the break room this year, and you’ll know more people using them.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 1, 2023

The Rise of AI Social Engineering Scams IdentityIQ In today’s digital age, social engineering scams have become an increasingly prevalent threat. In fact, last year, scams accounted for 80% of reported identity compromises to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC). This was a 3% increase compared to the previous year.

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Webroot

APRIL 3, 2024

This encompasses everything from protecting your passwords to being vigilant against phishing scams and online fraud. Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters, and consider using a reputable password manager to securely keep track of them. But why dedicate an entire day to this?

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 10, 2024

In the wrong hands, it could be used for fraudulent purchases or earmarked phishing scams aimed at exploiting user trust. Recommendations for Users & Businesses If you’re an individual user, change your password on Shopify immediately and consider using a strong, unique password for all your online accounts.

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Identity IQ

MAY 15, 2021

The best way to protect yourself against credential stuffing is to use strong and unique passwords for every account. That way, if one password is compromised, your other accounts remain secure. To make this easier on yourself, consider using a password manager. Use Password Managers. Phishing: Highly Risky.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

While it may seem stressful having to come up with complicated passwords for every online account you have, you can make this easier by using a password manager that saves them and creates them for you. VPNs are encrypted connections that link your device to a remote server. Awareness of Phishing Scams.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

We have seen news of ChatGPT leaking user’s information and law enforcement asking for backdoors in encryption routines. Passwords Google and Microsoft made good on their promise to back passkeys , an encryption-based alternative to passwords that can’t be stolen, guessed, cracked, or phished.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 11, 2020

In May 2017, the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) rolled out its Cyber Security Framework mandating detailed data security rules, including a requirement to encrypt and containerize business data in all computing formats. Shamoon motivated the Saudis to seriously ramp up the work of its National Cyber Security Center.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Free Kaspersky Password Manager Premium. They provide a first line of defense against fake, scam, phishing and spoofed websites, created to harm devices, compromise security, and even steal personal information. Bank-grade encryption to help keep information like passwords and personal details secure.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Control Inbound and Outbound Traffic: Configuring firewall rules to manage both incoming and outgoing traffic is an important defense against cyber threats, preventing unauthorized access and malicious software from stealing data. Some password managers offer free versions if you need help.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2024

VPNs encrypt traffic among devices using the Internet Key Exchange (IKE) protocol over a network-layer security service called Internet Protocol Security, or IPSec. It does not block phishing scams, hacking attempts, viruses, or malware. Employees must understand that any email that looks like it’s a scam, is a scam.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 17, 2021

Malwarebytes Browser Guard not only blocks some advertisements and trackers, it also stops in-browser cryptojackers (unwanted cryptocurrency miners), and it also uses an extended version of the Malwarebytes Premium blocklist that will stop malicious sites from loading—including sites that are involved in tech support scams. HTTPS Everywhere.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Use Strong Passwords and a Password Manager Sadly, less than 40% of all online users use a distinct password for each account, according to the National Cybersecurity Alliance 2023 Oh Behave! In either case – passwords or passwordless passkeys – a password manager is needed ( here’s why ).

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Use Strong Passwords and a Password Manager Sadly, less than 40% of all online users use a distinct password for each account, according to the National Cybersecurity Alliance 2023 Oh Behave! In either case – passwords or passwordless passkeys – a password manager is needed ( here’s why ).

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This includes tools and practices such as encryption, which secures data by making it unreadable to unauthorized users; firewalls, which monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic; and regular software updates to close security gaps as they arise.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Key Takeaways: Mobile banking is safer when you follow best practices to keep your financial accounts and mobile devices secure. Using built-in security features and common-sense tips to help avoid scams, you can increase the security of your bank account. Create unique passwords for every account you own.

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Within six hours, the attacker began encrypting the organization’s systems. This concealed their attack until the environment was encrypted and backups were sabotaged. In February 2024, ALPHV conducted an exit scam against its affiliates and disbanded, leaving them searching for new partners.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 26, 2023

Unsolicited phone calls and websites that do this are known as tech support scams. Just because there is a padlock next to the address bar doesn't mean the site is safe, but it does mean all the traffic between your computer and the website is encrypted. Don't believe pop-ups and phone calls saying your computer is infected.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2024

Without encryption, they can monitor your connection and steal your session cookies, allowing them to hijack your accounts. 9 Ways to Prevent Cookie Stealing Implement critical security measures such as establishing secure cookie flags, implementing SSL/TLS for encrypted sessions, and deploying strong firewalls.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 30, 2024

That way, if someone cracks your password for one account, they won’t be able to break into your other accounts as well. Consider using a password manager , which can automatically create strong, unique passwords and help keep them safe and encrypted. But some gamers may bully, abuse, or try to scam other players.

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Responsible Cyber

JULY 13, 2024

Recognize and avoid social engineering scams by educating yourself on common tactics. RiskImmune offers comprehensive risk management solutions that can further fortify your cryptocurrency security framework. Phishing scams trick users into revealing sensitive information through fake websites or emails.

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