Security
– The Best Password Managers to Secure Your Digital Life
The Best Password Managers to Secure Your Digital Life – By Scott Gilbertson WIRED
Password managers are the vegetables of the internet. We know they’re good for us, but most of us are happier snacking on the password equivalent of junk food. For nearly a decade, that’s been “123456” and “password”—the two most commonly used passwords on the web.
Hackers know half of passwords entered online, Cloudflare finds
Hackers know half of passwords entered online, Cloudflare finds – by cypernews
People use already compromised passwords 41% of the time when logging into email, streaming services, social networks, or any other online services, Cloudflare’s analysis reveals.
Review: Bitwarden Password Manager
Review: Bitwarden Password Manager – By Scott Gilbertson WIRED
A password manager makes creating strong passwords—and remembering them!—easy. Good password managers will generate strong passwords for you, store them in a secure vault and log you into websites, all without you doing anything. There are dozens of cloud-based password managers on the market, but in my testing one consistently rises to the top—Bitwarden.
How to use Bitwarden on Android
How to use Bitwarden on Android – By Bitwarden YouTube
– PasskeyIndex.io
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Your Resource for Platforms, Apps, and Websites Supporting Passkey Login
Bitwarden security readiness kit
Bitwarden security readiness kit – bitwarden.com
A password manager is great for remembering all your logins, but you still need to keep track of the details for logging into that password manager! Some items to keep tabs on include the account email address, master password, two-step login (2FA) details, recovery codes, and more.
Switching from Google Password Manager? This newly arrived Google feature is a must
Switching from Google Password Manager? This newly arrived Google feature is a must. – By Hadlee Simons Android Authority
We discovered evidence of a “delete all data” option in Google Password Manager a few months ago. This would allow you to quickly delete your saved passwords and passkeys. Now, the option is finally rolling out to some users.
PSA: Be Careful When Checking Your Phone in Public
PSA: Be Careful When Checking Your Phone in Public – By Brad Morton How-To Geek
For many, the only thing protecting all their personal and financial info is the four-digit PIN on their phone. While this might be enough to stop a nosy friend from snooping on your private life, phone snatchers have figured out a way around it.
– Feds Link $150M Cyberheist to 2022 LastPass Hacks
Feds Link $150M Cyberheist to 2022 LastPass Hacks – briankrebs
In September 2023, KrebsOnSecurity published findings from security researchers who concluded that a series of six-figure cyberheists across dozens of victims resulted from thieves cracking master passwords stolen from the password manager service LastPass in 2022. In a court filing this week, U.S. federal agents investigating a spectacular $150 million cryptocurrency heist said they had reached the same conclusion.
Beware This E-ZPass Text Scam
Beware This E-ZPass Text Scam – By Nick Lewis How-To Geek
Another day, another scam, and this time E-ZPass users are the target. Here’s everything you need to know about the scam, how to keep yourself safe, and what you can do if you do get scammed.
If you’re not using these PC security essentials, you’re begging to be hacked
If you’re not using these PC security essentials, you’re begging to be hacked – By Alaina Yee PCWorld
Once upon a time, you could assume you were pretty safe on the internet, so long as you were careful. But that’s changed. Through no fault of your own, your data can leak, your passwords can become compromised, and you can more easily fall prey to malware.
Cybersecurity Tips NOBODY Tells You (but are EASY to do)
7 Cybersecurity Tips NOBODY Tells You (but are EASY to do) – By All Things Secured YouTube
– Not Using a Hardware Security Key Is Putting Your Financial Data at Risk
Not Using a Hardware Security Key Is Putting Your Financial Data at Risk – CNET
Once upon a time single-factor authentication, like a password, was enough to keep your online information secure. But in this age of scams, data breaches, and malicious hackers, it’s really not enough anymore.
Passkeys vs. Passwords: What’s the difference?
Passkeys vs. Passwords: What’s the difference? – By Utsav Chopra blog.uniqkey.eu9
Passkey vs password: which is better for your online security? This article dives into the key differences, helping you choose the right method for a safer and more convenient digital experience.
If You Use The Same Password For Different Websites, We Have Some Bad News For You
If You Use The Same Password For Different Websites, We Have Some Bad News For You – HuffPost
Most people reuse the same password for multiple log-ins, and experts say that’s really dangerous.
Everyone knows that they shouldn’t use the same password for every website, but how many of us actually follow that rule?