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technology24 days ago•10 min saved

AI-powered phishing scams: seven schemes you need to know

AI-generated phishing emails are becoming almost indistinguishable from legitimate messages, and attackers use new tricks like OAuth device code flows to bypass MFA and QR codes to hide links. The piece outlines seven current scams—Microsoft 365 login theft, support scams, fake Defender warnings, cloud/OneDrive phishing, parcel-delivery impersonations, online-banking fraud, and Postident fraud by post—and provides practical defenses: verify via official sites, enable MFA, use a password manager, avoid clicking links or scanning unknown QR codes, and resist unsolicited remote-support requests.

via PCWorld|

#ai-generated-emails #microsoft-365 #onedrive

health28 days ago•51 min saved

Tech support as caregiving: passwords erode independence for aging parents

A daughter caring for her 88-year-old mother moves her into assisted living and finds that managing her mom’s digital life—passwords, verification codes, and two-factor authentication—has become a daily part of care, illustrating how tech designed for the healthy can strip older adults of independence and force caregivers into constant tech support.

via Yahoo|

#aging #caregiving #health

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Hack Leads to Suspended Microsoft Account, Wiped OneDrive, and Lost Purchases

A compromised Microsoft account was permanently suspended and the user’s OneDrive data wiped, forcing the owner to reopen a new account and repurchase all games tied to the old account. Microsoft says the data can’t be recovered due to encryption and notes the user hadn’t enabled two-factor authentication, while recommending passkeys. The episode underscores the risks of digital ownership and cloud dependencies as tech giants move away from physical media and toward digital storefronts.

via TechSpot|

#account-security #digital-ownership #microsoft

technology2 months ago•5 min saved

My Essential Android Security Checklist for New Phones

This piece outlines a practical Android security setup for a new device, stressing automated protections like Find Hub and Find My Mobile, enhanced theft protections (Identity Check, Offline Device Lock, Failed Authentication Lock), the optional Advanced Protection, and concluding with a SIM lock and active 2FA to guard accounts.

via Android Authority|

#android #mobile-security #privacy

technology3 months ago•7 min saved

Microsoft ends SMS sign-ins, doubles down on passwordless on Windows 11

Microsoft will stop using SMS verification for personal Microsoft accounts, phasing out SMS as a method for two-factor authentication and account recovery in favor of passwordless options like passkeys, authenticator apps, and verified backup emails. Microsoft argues SMS is insecure and a frequent fraud vector (including SIM-swaps), and promotes passkeys that rely on device biometrics and hardware-backed keys. The transition is cross-device compatible but may cause friction for power users and scenarios like virtual machines where a hardware-based sign-in isn’t available.

via Windows Latest|

#microsoft #passkeys #passwordless

technology3 months ago•32 min saved

Hackers Exploit Minimal Data to Hijack PSN Accounts

Insider Gaming reports a security flaw in PlayStation Network where attackers can hijack PSN accounts using only a public PSN ID and a piece of old transaction data, with Sony support potentially bypassing standard protocols to change the account email and disable 2FA; the revelation follows high-profile hacks like Colin Moriarty’s, underscoring rising risks and prompting calls for Sony to respond and for users to protect their PSN IDs.

via Insider Gaming|

#account-security #hacking #playstation

cybersecurity3 months ago•2 min saved

AI-Driven Zero-Day Discovery Linked to 2FA Target, Google Says

Google’s Threat Intelligence Group says a prominent cybercrime group used an AI-assisted zero-day in a Python script to target a popular open-source web-based system administration tool, potentially bypassing two-factor authentication; Google and the vendor coordinated a disclosure and patch, noting Gemini was not involved and that the attackers likely leveraged AI to discover and weaponize the flaw, amid broader debates around Mythos hype.

via Gizmodo|

#artificial-intelligence #cybersecurity #google

technology3 months ago•2 min saved

Google blocks AI-assisted zero-day exploit aimed at bypassing 2FA

Google’s Threat Intelligence Group said hackers tried to use an AI model to identify a zero-day vulnerability and bypass two-factor authentication, but Google blocked the effort, highlighting AI-enabled cyber threats ahead of Anthropic’s Mythos launch.

via Seeking Alpha|

#ai-security #cybersecurity #google

cybersecurity3 months ago•7 min saved

AI-Designed Zero-Day Bypasses 2FA in Mass Exploitation Campaign

Google Threat Intelligence Group revealed a zero-day exploit—likely AI-assisted—that enables bypassing 2FA on a popular open-source admin tool and was used in a mass exploitation campaign; the Python-based exploit shows patterns typical of LLM-generated code, and Google coordinated with the vendor to patch the flaw and disrupt the operation, while the report also highlights broader AI-enabled threats including autonomous malware and AI-assisted misuse of Gemini.

via The Hacker News|

#ai #cybersecurity #malware

technology10 months ago•1 min saved

Massive Gmail Password Leak: How to Check If You're Affected

A major data breach has exposed 183 million Gmail accounts and passwords, potentially compromising user security. Users are advised to change their passwords and enable two-factor authentication to protect their accounts. The breach was part of a larger hack aggregated from multiple sources and was identified by Have I Been Pwned.

via The Independent|

#cybersecurity #data-breach #gmail

technology11 months ago•3 min saved

Plex Urges Users to Reset Passwords After Data Breach

Plex experienced a security breach exposing some user data, prompting the company to advise users to reset their passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and sign out of connected devices to enhance account security.

via The Verge|

#account-security #password-reset #plex

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Urgent: Gmail Users Must Change Passwords After Massive Data Breach

Google warns that Gmail accounts are under increasing attack, with scammers impersonating Google support to hijack accounts. Users are advised to verify account activity through official channels, strengthen security with strong passwords, and enable two-factor authentication. Despite clarifications that recent breaches did not affect data, the threat of account hijacking remains high, emphasizing layered security practices.

via Forbes|

#account-security #gmail-attack #password-security

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Google Urges 2.5 Billion Gmail Users to Change Passwords Amid Data Breach

Google is warning Gmail users to enhance their account security amid increased phishing attacks and data breaches, urging them to enable two-factor authentication, update passwords, and monitor security activity to protect against hackers like ShinyHunters and UNC groups.

via Mashable|

#data-breach #gmail-security #google

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Google Alerts 2.5 Billion Gmail Users to Change Passwords Amid Security Risks

Google warns its 2.5 billion Gmail users to change their passwords immediately due to increased phishing and credential theft attacks, emphasizing the importance of using strong, unique passwords, enabling two-factor authentication with authenticator apps, and adopting passkeys for enhanced security.

via PhoneArena|

#gmail #passkeys #password-security

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Google Urges Gmail Users to Update Passwords

Google has confirmed that hackers are accessing Gmail accounts through compromised passwords, urging users to change their passwords immediately and adopt stronger security measures like passkeys and authenticators, as most users still rely on outdated password practices, putting their accounts at risk.

via Forbes|

#gmail #hacking #passkeys