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Four Cyber Hygiene Rules That Need Updating for Modern Threats
technology9 days ago

Four Cyber Hygiene Rules That Need Updating for Modern Threats

Cyber threats have evolved, rendering four common tips outdated: regularly changing passwords can lead to weak patterns, public Wi‑Fi remains risky but unavoidable so use a VPN, traditional antivirus struggles against AI-powered adaptive malware, and relying on 2FA alone isn’t foolproof due to session cookies that can be hijacked. The article recommends using a password manager to generate and store unique, strong passwords, adopting passwordless MFA with passkeys or security keys, and protecting on public networks with a VPN, while leveraging ML-driven security defenses to counter modern threats.

via bgr.com|
#ai-powered-malware#cybersecurity#password-management
Claude gains secure, hands-off login access via 1Password integration
technology1 month ago

Claude gains secure, hands-off login access via 1Password integration

1Password has launched a browser integration that lets Claude access stored credentials for tasks without exposing passwords, using a zero-exposure security framework that injects data through a secure channel the AI can’t view. Users grant each request with a biometric prompt, and 1Password locks down after autofill to restrict vault access to the current task. The feature is available now for Mac users on business, family, and individual plans via the desktop app and extensions, with payment cards and identity details to be supported later.

via The Verge|
#1password#anthropic#claude
Researchers uncover 27 attack scenarios targeting cloud password managers
security6 months ago

Researchers uncover 27 attack scenarios targeting cloud password managers

Swiss researchers disclosed 27 attack scenarios across Bitwarden, LastPass, Dashlane and 1Password that could let attackers view or modify vaults, challenging the science of end-to-end encryption and exploiting issues in onboarding, key escrow, and item-level encryption. A notable attack demonstrated is ‘malicious auto-enrolment’ against Bitwarden, which could allow a server-controlled attacker to hijack a vault during organization onboarding. Vendors are patching (Bitwarden, LastPass, Dashlane) while 1Password defends its SRP-based design. The paper recommends stronger authentication, key separation and ciphertext integrity. Users should check remediation status with providers and ask for audits.)

via Infosecurity Magazine|
#cloud-security#cryptography#end-to-end-encryption
Five free apps that outshine their paid versions
technology7 months ago

Five free apps that outshine their paid versions

The piece highlights five free apps—VLC, Bitwarden, 7-Zip, Blender, and DaVinci Resolve—that rival or surpass paid options in features, privacy, and cross-platform support: VLC is an ad-free, feature-rich media player; Bitwarden offers unlimited passwords with self-hosting and open-source transparency; 7-Zip provides strong, portable compression; Blender is a comprehensive, customizable 3D suite with community add-ons; and DaVinci Resolve delivers 4K, watermark-free video editing with an all-in-one workflow.

via bgr.com|
#free-software#multimedia#open-source
Untold Credential Hoard Exposed: 149 Million Logins Leaked Across Major Platforms
technology7 months ago

Untold Credential Hoard Exposed: 149 Million Logins Leaked Across Major Platforms

A security researcher found an unsecured database containing about 149 million usernames and passwords from services including Gmail, Facebook, Yahoo, Netflix, and more. The data, accessed without authentication and likely compiled by infostealing malware, was hosted on a Canadian provider and expanded over a month before being removed after notification. The breach enables potential account takeovers and identity theft across email, social media, streaming, banking, and government services. Experts advise using unique passwords with a password manager, enabling multi-factor authentication, and monitoring accounts for suspicious activity.

via | Cord Cutters News|
#credentials#cybersecurity#data-breach
1Password adds phishing-warning guard to its browser extension
tech7 months ago

1Password adds phishing-warning guard to its browser extension

1Password’s browser extension will warn users and halt autofill when a clicked login link leads to a URL that doesn’t match the saved login, aiming to curb phishing. It’s not foolproof, can still be bypassed by manual login entry, and will rollout gradually with individual/family accounts enabled by default when available and business use requiring admin activation.

via The Verge|
#browser-extension#password-management#phishing
Ensuring Loved Ones Can Access Your Online Accounts After You're Gone
technology11 months ago

Ensuring Loved Ones Can Access Your Online Accounts After You're Gone

The article discusses the importance of planning for digital legacy by using password managers with inheritance features, such as Keeper, LogMeOnce, and NordPass, to ensure loved ones can access online accounts after death. It emphasizes the need for pre-arranged access, secure account management, and proper account shutdown procedures to protect privacy and simplify estate handling.

via PCMag|
#digital-inheritance#online-accounts#password-management
Microsoft Authenticator to Stop Managing Passwords and Passkeys by August 1
technology1 year ago

Microsoft Authenticator to Stop Managing Passwords and Passkeys by August 1

Microsoft is phasing out password management in its Authenticator app, shifting focus to passkeys, which are more secure but currently only device-bound and non-syncable across devices. Users can export passwords to Edge for management, but full support for syncable passkeys across all platforms is still in development, highlighting ongoing challenges in achieving seamless passwordless authentication.

via ZDNET|
#credential-synchronization#microsoft-authenticator#passkeys
Urgent: Microsoft Password Deletion Deadline Approaching—Set Up Passkeys Now
technology1 year ago

Urgent: Microsoft Password Deletion Deadline Approaching—Set Up Passkeys Now

Microsoft's Authenticator app will stop supporting passwords on August 1, shifting users to passkeys, which use biometric data or PINs for safer authentication. Users are advised to transition to passkeys or alternative password managers like Bitwarden or 1Password to securely store their passwords, as Microsoft will no longer support password storage or autofill features.

via CNET|
#authenticator#microsoft#passkeys
Microsoft Phases Out Passwords, Moving Toward Passwordless Authentication
technology1 year ago

Microsoft Phases Out Passwords, Moving Toward Passwordless Authentication

Microsoft is set to delete passwords for over a billion users within ten days as it shifts towards passkeys and a more ecosystem-centric approach, raising concerns about user control and ecosystem lock-in, with warnings from Proton about reduced choice and increased data collection. Users are advised to back up data, adopt passkeys, and be cautious of the growing control of big tech ecosystems.

via Forbes|
#microsoft#passkeys#password-management
Microsoft Authenticator to phase out passwords and adopt passkeys
technology1 year ago

Microsoft Authenticator to phase out passwords and adopt passkeys

Microsoft Authenticator will soon stop supporting password storage and autofill, encouraging users to switch to passkeys for more secure and convenient authentication. Users should export or review their saved passwords and consider setting up passkeys, which offer a passwordless login method using biometrics or PINs, to enhance security and streamline access across devices.

via ZDNet|
#cybersecurity#microsoft-authenticator#passkeys