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"Why the Heck Are SSNs Still Treated as Passwords in the US?"

Haje Jan Kamps, writing for TechCrunch: A couple of weeks ago yet another of my friends was a victim of identity theft, and I got yet another deep look into how fantastically broken the U.S. can be when it comes to security. "They have my social secu.....»»

Category: topSource:  slashdotApr 29th, 2022

Netflix is finally implementing its password sharing policy in the US

Netflix has finally implemented its password sharing policy in the US, meaning that users who have been sharing passwords all this while will no longer be able to do so. Netflix is cracking down on password sharing, but for a while, those.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsMay 24th, 2023

Samsung might Revisit a “Classic” Design for its Next Smartwatch

We might once again be treated to a rotating bezel design on the Galaxy Watch 6. Samsung’s Galaxy Watch device series has undoubtedly been one of the more popular Wear OS options on the market, thanks to a combination of seamless soft.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsMay 24th, 2023

What are passkeys? How they’ll replace your passwords forever

Remembering passwords is a thing of the past, as smartphone users can now rely on passkeys stored on their phones. Plus, it can be enabled with ease......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 24th, 2023

These embarrassing passwords got celebrities hacked

Many celebrities have proven that they are just as lazy with their passwords as we are. Here are some famous passwords that have leaked online......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsMay 19th, 2023

1Password helping eliminate passwords for all apps and sites with ‘Passage’ passkey dev tool

We’re moving closer and closer to a passwordless future thanks to passkeys. After announcing that 1Password would officially launch support on June 6, now the popular password management platform has a handy tool for developers to add passkey supp.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsMay 19th, 2023

Potentially millions of Android TVs and phones come with malware preinstalled

The bane of low-cost Android devices is showing no signs of going away. Enlarge / Cybercriminals or anonymous hackers use malware on mobile phones to hack personal and business passwords online. (credit: Getty Images) Ov.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMay 19th, 2023

Concentric AI unveils deep-learning driven detection capabilities

Concentric AI announced a deep-learning driven detection capabilities to find any type of hardcoded secrets and key credentials (e.g. API keys, encryption keys, tokens, passwords, etc.) in today’s most popular enterprise on-premise and cloud data r.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsMay 18th, 2023

Passage by 1Password brings passkeys to any website

1Password has launched Passage by 1Password — a standalone authentication solution that enables businesses to implement passkeys for apps and websites. Passage by 1Password allows businesses to eliminate the hassle of passwords and reduce cart aban.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsMay 18th, 2023

Hackers are using malicious Microsoft VSCode extensions to steal passwords

Researchers found multiple malicious Microsoft VSCode add-ons on a popular repository......»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsMay 18th, 2023

Passwordless Google accounts are easier and more secure than passwords. Here’s why.

The passkey ecosystem is far from complete, but Google's implementation is now ready to use. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) By now, you’ve likely heard that passwordless Google accounts have finally arr.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsMay 8th, 2023

May The 4th Be With You: 7 Projects To Bring Star Wars To Life

The maker community are, generally speaking, big fans of Star Wars. Heck, even the folks who say that Star Wars is nothing more than space wizards, and that Star Trek is the true science fiction royalty will admit that robots and space wizards are s.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  makezineonlineRelated NewsMay 4th, 2023

Dashlane is ditching passwords - but not for passkeys

Dashlane has announced Passwordless Login, meaning users will soon be able to access their vault without a master password......»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsMay 4th, 2023

How to set up passkeys for your Google account

Google has recently announced that they will be introducing support for passkeys for Google Accounts, so if you’re interested, here’s what you need to do to set it up. Passwords are the primary way we use to protect our online account.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsMay 4th, 2023

Google rolls out an alternative to the password

The days of having to think up new passwords that aren't "password123" may be coming to an end -- at least on your Google accounts......»»

Category: topSource:  cnnRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2023

You can now use passkeys to sign into your Google Account

Google has spent the past several years working to replace passwords because of frequent reuse, vulnerability to data breaches, and phishing. Passkeys are the industry solution, and the ability to log in to your Google Account with them is starting.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2023

These are the top 200 most common passwords we hope you’re not using

A recent study published by NordPass has revealed the top 200 most commonly used passwords, so here’s hoping that you’re not using any of them! We all know the saying that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. This is especia.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2023

Study reveals top 20 most used passwords; 83% can be cracked in a second

Ahead of World Password Day on May 4, NordPass has released a report showing that “password habits die hard” with a list of the most used passwords in the US and 29 other countries. For the US, many of the usual suspects are on the list, however.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2023

How To Find Saved Passwords On Your Android Phone

The number of passwords you need for websites, apps, and social media can get overwhelming. Here is how to find saved passwords on your Android phone. The number of.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  slashgearRelated NewsApr 30th, 2023

Hackers steal passwords, emails from hookup websites

Databases are being sold on the dark web, potentially affecting tens of thousands of victims......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsApr 29th, 2023

PSA: ‘Atomic macOS Stealer’ malware can compromise iCloud Keychain passwords, credit cards, crypto wallets

Back in March, we saw a piece of malware surface for macOS called MacStealer that’s able to compromise iCloud Keychain passwords, credit card information, files, and more. Now a new malware called Atomic macOS Stealer is being sold as a service to.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsApr 28th, 2023