SecureWorld News

MAY 1, 2025

As we celebrate World Password Day on May 1st, it's clear that traditional password trickslike swapping "a" with "@" or adding an exclamation point at the endare no longer fooling hackers. Hackers today can guess common patterns and character swaps in mere seconds, leaving those "clever" passwords vulnerable.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 7, 2025

Phishing-Resistant MFA: Why FIDO is Essential madhav Thu, 05/08/2025 - 04:47 Phishing attacks are one of the most pervasive and insidious threats, with businesses facing increasingly sophisticated and convincing attacks that exploit human error.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 28, 2022

Passwords have become ubiquitous with digital. The humble password is nothing more than a digital key that opens a door. And they use passwords to open a device, a system, an account, a file and so on. Which begs the question: why do people create their own passwords? Yet most people don’t know how to use them properly.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Cybersecurity training for small businesses is critical, and SMBs should invest in training programs to help employees recognize threats such as phishing attacks, ransomware, and other malicious activities. LastPass reports that 80% of all hacking-related breaches leveraged either stolen and/or weak passwords.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 4, 2024

The disclosure revealed a profitable network of phishing sites that behave and look like the real Privnote, except that any messages containing cryptocurrency addresses will be automatically altered to include a different payment address controlled by the scammers. A screenshot of the phishing domain privatemessage dot net.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 15, 2024

.” In a SIM-swapping attack, crooks transfer the target’s phone number to a device they control and intercept any text messages or phone calls sent to the victim — including one-time passcodes for authentication, or password reset links sent via SMS. A Scattered Spider phishing lure sent to Twilio employees.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

As I said, our IT department recently notified me that some of my data was leaked and a pre-emptive password reset was enforced as they didn't know what was leaked.  I would like to opt-out of here to reduce the SPAM and Phishing emails.

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 13, 2020

For the past year, a site called Privnotes.com has been impersonating Privnote.com , a legitimate, free service that offers private, encrypted messages which self-destruct automatically after they are read. “So if there are password dumps in the message, they would be able to read that, too,” Nixon said.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 23, 2018

Google has not had any of its 85,000+ employees successfully phished on their work-related accounts since early 2017, when it began requiring all employees to use physical Security Keys in place of passwords and one-time codes, the company told KrebsOnSecurity. A YubiKey Security Key made by Yubico. a mobile device). a mobile device).

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 31, 2025

Level Up Your Security: Embrace Passkeys and Phishing-Resistant 2FA andrew.gertz@t Fri, 01/31/2025 - 15:17 Celebrate Change Your Password Day and 2FA Day by embracing passkeys and phishing-resistant 2FA. Redefining Change Your Password Day Well start with Change Your Password Day because, frankly, its a little complicated.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Though cookies themselves don’t steal passwords, they can be hijacked to access sensitive data. Attackers can steal your cookies through phishing, malware, and MITM attacks, leading to data theft, financial loss, and identity theft. Initial Attack Vector Attackers might send phishing emails or create fake websites.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 2, 2023

With phishing-based credentials theft on the rise, 1Password CPO Steve Won explains why the endgame is to 'eliminate’ passwords entirely. The post 1Password is looking to a password-free future. Here’s why appeared first on TechRepublic.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Ghost ransomware actors, identified as operating from China, have been targeting unpatched systems and stolen credentials to infiltrate networks, encrypt data, and demand ransom payments. Strengthening identity security Enforce phishing-resistant MFA for all privileged accounts. Use Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

While American Water has not disclosed the exact method of attack, such incidents often involve tactics like ransomware or phishing , where hackers gain access to sensitive systems and either steal or encrypt data, demanding a ransom in return for restoring access.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 1, 2025

Phishing In phishing scams, cybercriminals trick people and businesses into handing over sensitive information like credit card numbers or login details for vital online accounts. Lured in by similar color schemes, company logos, and familiar layouts, victims log in to their account by entering their username and password.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 4, 2024

With cyberattacks on operating systems, applications, and networks becoming more sophisticated, the tech giant formulated a strategy to enhance the protection of Windows systems, focusing strongly on phishing attacks. Data Protection Windows 11 Enterprise introduced a new Personal Data Encryption feature.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

.” Group-IB dubbed the gang by a different name — 0ktapus — which was a nod to how the criminal group phished employees for credentials. The missives asked users to click a link and log in at a phishing page that mimicked their employer’s Okta authentication page. On July 28 and again on Aug. According to an Aug.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 28, 2025

Grandoreiro Banking Trojan resurfaces, targeting users in Latin America and Europe in new phishing campaigns. Forcepoint X-Labs researchers warn of new phishing campaigns targeting Latin America and Europe in new phishing campaigns. Attackers also employ encrypted or password-protected files to evade security detection.

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Google Security

MAY 3, 2023

When you do, Google will not ask for your password or 2-Step Verification (2SV) when you sign in. Passkeys are a more convenient and safer alternative to passwords. Using passwords puts a lot of responsibility on users. Using passwords puts a lot of responsibility on users.

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SecureList

APRIL 5, 2023

They have become adept at using Telegram both for automating their activities and for providing various services — from selling phishing kits to helping with setting up custom phishing campaigns — to all willing to pay. ” Links to the channels are spread via YouTube, GitHub and phishing kits they make.

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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. Encryption.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Quantum computing advances are making traditional encryption obsolete, and adversaries are stockpiling data for future decryption. FIPS-203 enables legal PQC deployment, prompting CISOs to overhaul encryption strategies. AI-powered cryptocurrency attacks will automate phishing and exploit vulnerabilities.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Not one of them involves passwords. Multi-factor authentication If changing passwords is like the eating your veggies of the security world, multi-factor authentication (MFA) is more like eating fresh fruits. And since MFA already requires an established password, you're already halfway there. And guess what? What about your OS?

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 1, 2022

ConnectWise , which offers a self-hosted, remote desktop software application that is widely used by Managed Service Providers (MSPs), is warning about an unusually sophisticated phishing attack that can let attackers take remote control over user systems when recipients click the included link.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 10, 2025

Check Point researchers discovered a new version of the Banshee macOS infostealer which is distributed through phishing websites and fake GitHub repositories, often masqueraded as popular software. Researchers at Elastic Security Labs who first analyzed the malware confirmed it can steal keychain passwords and data from multiple browsers.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 25, 2022

Encryption and the development of cryptography have been a cornerstone of IT security for decades and remain critical for data protection against evolving threats. While cryptology is thousands of years old, modern cryptography took off in the 1970s with the help of the Diffie-Hellman-Merkle and RSA encryption algorithms.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 8, 2024

Case in point: a colossal password compilation dubbed "RockYou2024" has emerged, containing nearly 10 billion unique passwords. The name "RockYou2024" pays homage to the infamous RockYou data breach of 2009, which exposed 32 million passwords due to insecure storage practices.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 9, 2025

Cybercriminals weaponise AI to speed up and scale traditional attack tactics, such as phishing and password cracking, while also creating entirely new forms of cyber threats. Key elements in protecting against AI-driven threats include timely software updates, network security improvements and strong password policies.

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Webroot

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

When it comes to keeping sensitive data safe, email encryption is a necessity. Too many employees and IT experts have experienced the pain of trying to use a needlessly complicated email encryption solution. If this is the experience you’ve come to expect, Webroot Email Encryption powered by Zix is here to surprise you.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 30, 2025

Common Cyber Attacks On Spread Betting Platforms Phishing Attacks Hackers send fake emails or messages that are made to look official to unsuspecting users. Data Breaches Data breaches are fairly common among cybercriminals who break into a platforms database and steal sensitive information like personal details, passwords and financial data.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 10, 2025

Employee training: Educate staff about cybersecurity best practices , including recognizing phishing attempts and using strong, unique passwords. Data encryption: Ensure that sensitive data is encrypted both in transit and at rest to protect it from unauthorized access.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 12, 2023

This post analyzed the numerous phishing campaigns targeting users and organizations in Italy. Phishing is a ploy to trick users into revealing personal or financial information through an e-mail, Web site, and even through instant messaging. Phishing can also be used as a precursor attack to drop malware. Just to name a few.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Train your employees in security awareness, so they can recognize phishing attempts and know what they can and can’t do on company-issued hardware. Lock things down Having a strict policy to protect your important assets with strong passwords and multi-factor authentication (MFA) should be a no-brainer.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2021

Use strong passwords. It is essential to ensure that all accounts are protected with strong passwords. To this day, a significant amount of people still use the password across multiple accounts, which makes it much simpler for a cybercriminal to compromise a password and take over accounts. Secure home router.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 8, 2025

Called Xanthorox AI, the tool was first spotted earlier this year on darknet forums and encrypted chat groups, where its being marketed as the killer of WormGPT and all EvilGPT variants. These tools allow hackers to plan and launch fully automated attacks, including phishing campaigns , ransomware drops, and malware development.

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Duo's Security Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

"Based on FIDO standards, passkeys are a replacement for passwords that provide faster, easier, and more secure sign-ins to websites and apps across a user’s devices. Unlike passwords, passkeys are always strong and phishing resistant. The FIDO Alliance asserts that passkeys are a replacement for passwords.

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Security Affairs

MAY 13, 2024

Experts reported that since April, the Phorpiex botnet sent millions of phishing emails to spread LockBit Black ransomware. The ZIP archives contain a compressed executable payload that, if executed, will start the encryption process with LockBit Black ransomware. com,” and “Jenny[@]gsd[.]com.”

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