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. Secure networks : Avoid using untrusted public Wi-Fi to access social media accounts, instead, use mobile data. The whysettle passphrase generator is usefulhere.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 17, 2024

T-Mobile: About 37 million T-Mobile customers had their personal data compromised in a January 2023 hack that accessed names, addresses and birth dates. Beware of phishing scams: Phishing scams appear in our email inboxes, text messages, social media, and even voicemails.

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Google Security

MAY 11, 2022

Password managers that can validate the identity of the web page before logging in. Instead, to make this level of security more accessible, we're building it into mobile phones. Phishing detection, both in email —the most common delivery channel—and in the browser itself, to warn users about suspicious web pages.

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SC Magazine

MAY 12, 2021

If people clicked on the links to download the fake apps for either Android or iOS, they received an app that looked like a mobile web app, but was actually a short-cut icon that linked to a fake website. Carson said companies need better cyber hygiene via educating employees on ways to detect these scams.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

McAfees most basic plan consists of a VPN and text scam detection features that Microsoft Defender lacks. Other highlighted features are data cleanup, which sends requests to online services to take down your personal information, and text scam detection. 5 Pricing: 4.7/5 5 Core features: 4/5 Advanced features: 4.3/5

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 21, 2024

"March Madness is a prime opportunity for cybercriminals to deploy phishing lures, malicious apps, and social engineering tactics," warns Krishna Vishnubhotla, VP of Product Strategy at mobile security firm Zimperium. The emotional investment and spike in online activity create a perfect storm that organizations need to protect against."

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Webroot

MAY 31, 2024

Products like Webroot Internet Security Plus and Webroot AntiVirus make it easy to avoid threatening websites with secure web browsing on your desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile phone. Keep your passwords safe Weak or reused passwords can easily be guessed or cracked by attackers, compromising your online accounts.

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Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Never buy a device that doesn’t allow you to set a long and strong password. And be judicious about any app you might download to your mobile device. Consider using a password manager. Or use a password manager.). Update Everything. Back Up Your Files.

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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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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Its a top-end, true all-in-one offering based on a new platform that combines antivirus, password manager, identity protection, VPN, backup, and parental controls. Mobile devices: Disable location, camera, microphone, and contact list access for apps that don’t truly need them.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Let’s Talk About COVID-19 Scams. Learn how to recognize and avoid COVID-19 scams. #8. How Hackers Steal and Use Your Passwords. You’re probably annoyed with everyone telling you to have a long, complex, unique password for every website, device, and account you own. Enter the password manager. #4.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 13, 2023

Scams will also target consumers for fake merchandise, phony tickets, etc." Mobile phishing attacks are on the rise. According to the 2022 Global Mobile Threat report, mobile-specific phishing sites grew by 50% over a three year period. By 2021, 75% of phishing sites were specifically targeting mobile users.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 31, 2023

Watch out for this piece of spam lurking in mail boxes and claiming to be from the EE mobile network. The clickable link leads to an imitation EE site which asks for the visitor’s email address and password. Use a password manager. Password managers can create, remember, and fill in passwords for you.

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Webroot

APRIL 3, 2024

This encompasses everything from protecting your passwords to being vigilant against phishing scams and online fraud. Identity Management Day serves as a reminder that protecting our identities isn’t just a one-time task — it’s an ongoing commitment that requires vigilance and proactive measures all year round.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 2, 2024

The leaked data includes names, addresses, mobile phone numbers, dates of birth, and social security numbers. Personal information like names, addresses, phone numbers, passcodes, and social security numbers are prized assets for cybercriminals because they can be used to make scams much more believable. Change your password.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

IoT-enabled scams and hacks quickly ramped up to a high level – and can be expected to accelerate through 2021 and beyond. Remote work and remote schooling have spiked our reliance on IoT systems to a scale no one could have predicted; and much of this sudden, dramatic increase is probably going to be permanent.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

A flaw in LastPass password manager leaks credentials from previous site. Crooks hacked other celebrity Instagram accounts to push scams. Magecart attackers target mobile users of hotel chain booking websites. A bug in Instagram exposed user accounts and phone numbers.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 21, 2021

From poor password management to not enabling 2FA or actively threat hunting , users must be vigilant when protecting their digital assets. Also Read: Best Password Management Software & Tools for 2021. NFT-based Scams. Access to an owner’s NFT is as simple as obtaining the private key to their wallet.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Many organizations train employees to spot phishing emails, but few raise awareness of vishing phone scams. The voice message then tricks the user into connecting to a human agent who carries on with the scam, or it might ask the user to open a website controlled by the attacker.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 11, 2020

Related: How the Middle East has advanced mobile security regulations Over the past couple of decades, meaningful initiatives to improve online privacy and security, for both companies and consumers, incrementally gained traction in the tech sector and among key regulatory agencies across Europe, the Middle East and North America.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Create Strong, Unique Passwords Creating strong, one-of-a-kind passwords acts as a strong defense to keep your accounts safe. Some password managers offer free versions if you need help. Craft Complex Passwords: Generate passwords with a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

And if your child uses the same password across multiple accounts, when one gets breached they are all vulnerable. This is where a password manager comes in. Not only can it create lengthy and complex passwords, it remembers them all for you. Your password manager can help with this.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Making a cybersecurity list, checking it twice This year, give yourself the gift of peace of mind by following our Core 4 behaviors: Protect each account with a unique, complex password that is at least 12 characters long—and use a password manager! Use multi-factor authentication ( MFA ) for any account that allows it.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 20, 2023

For better protection, put a privacy protector screen on your mobile phone, tablet, and laptop to help protect your sensitive information from spying eyes. Avoid Reusing Passwords. According to an online security survey by Google and Harrison Poll, 52% of people use the same password for multiple accounts.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 5, 2023

Subsequently, for each login attempt (or the first for a new device), users are prompted to input a one-time verification code ( also known as a One-Time Password or OTP). When accessing a mobile application, typically, the mere act of placing the call suffices for the application to automatically authorize the entry.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Better for Advanced Features & Integrations: Norton VPN Yes Yes Password Manager Through integration Yes Firewall No Yes Dark Web Monitoring Yes Yes Visit PC Matic Visit Norton Winner: Norton checks all the boxes for my picks for advanced capabilities and integrations. The password manager is available in all four plans.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 9, 2024

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. It’s terrible when users let scam artists get a foothold in their system; if that foothold is in the business, it could kill it. A VPN masks traffic and connections.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Password managers can help you generate and store secure passwords for all your accounts. If you have trouble remembering your passwords, try a password manager ! Be Cautious of Phishing Scams Cybercriminals often use phishing scams to trick users into revealing their login credentials.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Password managers can help you generate and store secure passwords for all your accounts. If you have trouble remembering your passwords, try a password manager ! Be Cautious of Phishing Scams Cybercriminals often use phishing scams to trick users into revealing their login credentials.

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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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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Without proper training, however, they may unknowingly expose the business to risks such as phishing scams or social engineering attacks. Weak Passwords Weak or reused passwords are easy targets for hackers employing brute-force attacks.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 16, 2023

Defining and recognizing tech abuse Malicious online behaviors in the form of those motivated by financial gain, such as scams and fraud, have existed, and awareness around them has been raised for years. Use good passwords. Consider using a password manager to help you create strong passwords.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2024

Another version of hardware tokens can store your credentials and can be physically connected to your devices, such as your laptop or mobile device, to verify your identity and let you access authorized systems. These scams can use highly sophisticated methods to impersonate legitimate people or organizations. How do you set up 2FA?

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 25, 2024

The IRS does not initiate contact through these channels to request IP PINs – these communications are most likely scams. Make sure to use unique passwords across every online account you have (a password manager can help you automatically create strong passwords and keep them secure).

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Identity IQ

JULY 3, 2023

Consider performing a thorough password reset across all your accounts As a precautionary measure, consider resetting passwords for all your online accounts. Create strong, unique passwords for each account, and use a password manager to help you manage and generate secure passwords.

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 23, 2024

In February 2024, ALPHV conducted an exit scam against its affiliates and disbanded, leaving them searching for new partners. This isn’t the first time we’ve seen Scattered Spider target password managers. That same month, a new ransomware group, RansomHub, began recruiting affiliates (see Figure 2).

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Here are only seven out of 26 topics: Insider threats Passwords Security of mobile devices Social engineering Viruses Email security Human error To start the course, you need to register and choose the type of account you need. In case of falling for a scam, you or your staff are getting an email with a related lesson.

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