Tag: #AccountProtection
Update, Feb.10, 2025: This story, first published on February 4, has been updated with insights from a security expert who compares the ease of executing these attacks to assembling flat-pack furniture. Furthermore, it includes new Gmail security recommendations from Google to help mitigate these threats. Gmail security has come under threat as cybercriminals employ artificial […]
Managing numerous online accounts can be overwhelming, and relying on the same password across multiple sites is a risky practice. Reusing passwords makes it easier for hackers to exploit your data, increasing the likelihood of security breaches. Memorizing a multitude of complex passwords is nearly impossible, which is why a secure password manager is crucial. […]
Recent data breach exposes limitations of password-only security A major security incident at Snowflake, a cloud data storage provider trusted by numerous organizations including banks and retailers, has reignited discussions about the inadequacy of passwords as the sole method of online account protection. The breach, which affected companies like Ticketmaster and Santander, reportedly involved attackers […]