"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.....»»
ChatGPT is leaking passwords from private conversations of its users, Ars reader says
Names of unpublished research papers, presentations, and PHP scripts also leaked. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) ChatGPT is leaking private conversations that include login credentials and other personal details of unrel.....»»
Microparticles from road tires are "high concern" pollutants, research shows
Plastic microparticles released into the environment from common road tires should be treated as a "high concern" pollutant that may exceed chronic safety limits in some heavily contaminated environments, new research has shown......»»
Longer passwords aren’t safe from intensive cracking efforts
88% of organizations still use passwords as their primary method of authentication, according to Specops Software. The report found that 31.1 million breached passwords had over 16 characters, showing longer passwords aren’t safe from being cracked.....»»
Researchers develop puffed-up MOFs for improved drug delivery
The spongelike structure of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) allows these polymers to possibly carry and deliver a range of therapeutic compounds. Now, researchers reporting in ACS Applied Bio Materials have treated a chromium-containing MOF with a do.....»»
Here’s the Google Pixel 9
Yesterday, the Android world was treated to early renders of the Pixel 9 Pro. Everyone had an opinion on them, both positive and negative, but now we’re getting what could be our first look at the smaller Pixel 9 device. The phone matches what.....»»
Mass exploitation of Ivanti VPNs is infecting networks around the globe
Orgs that haven't acted yet should, even if it means suspending VPN services. Enlarge / Cybercriminals or anonymous hackers use malware on mobile phones to hack personal and business passwords online. (credit: Getty Images).....»»
4 really weird things you can do in "Palworld"
'Palworld' is taking video games by storm, and it's weird as heck, for better and worse. The first couple months of 2024 are stacked with huge video game releases, between Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth, and Tekken 8.....»»
Researcher uncovers one of the biggest password dumps in recent history
Roughly 25 million of the passwords have never been seen before by widely used service. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Nearly 71 million unique credentials stolen for logging into websites such as Facebook, Roblox, eBay,.....»»
Researcher uncovers one of the biggest password breaches in recent history
Roughly 25 million of the passwords have never been seen before by widely used service. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Nearly 71 million unique credentials stolen for logging into websites such as Facebook, Roblox, eBay,.....»»
Small-scale study finds microplastics from natural fertilizers are blowing in the wind more often than once thought
Though natural fertilizers made from treated sewage sludge are used to reintroduce nutrients onto agricultural fields, they bring along microplastic pollutants too. And according to a small-scale study published in Environmental Science & Technology.....»»
Critical GitLab flaw allows account takeover without user interaction, patch quickly! (CVE-2023-7028)
A critical vulnerability in GitLab CE/EE (CVE-2023-7028) can be easily exploited by attackers to reset GitLab user account passwords. While also vulnerable, users who have two-factor authentication enabled on their account are safe from account takeo.....»»
How to find passwords on a Mac, MacBook, and Mac Mini
Wondering how to find passwords on Mac? You have a couple of convenient places to access saved passwords on MacOS......»»
LastPass is forcing its users to make longer, tougher passwords
LastPass customers are being asked to set up more complex passwords in an effort to improve account security following 2022 breach......»»
How to protect yourself from QR code scams
If you scan a bogus QR code and go to the linked site, you can be fooled into giving up passwords and sensitive date. Here's how to spot and protect yourself from fake QR codes.Scanning a QR code with an iPhoneFraudsters have been caught before selli.....»»
How gaming laptops grew up in 2023
Gaming laptops have treated the display like an afterthought for years, but in 2023, gaming laptops grew up in a big way......»»
How to set a temporary password on the Yale Assure Lock 2
The Yale Assure Lock 2 lets you create temporary passwords, which is perfect for short-term rentals or visiting family members. Here's how it works......»»
Experts urge global action on child sex offenses
The global nature of child sexual exploitation and abuse demands it be treated as an international public health emergency, a landmark report suggests......»»
Are organizations moving away from passwords?
Passwordless authentication emerges as a calculated response, eliminating the inherent weaknesses of conventional passwords. At the heart of this evolution lies the deployment of passkeys—sophisticated cryptographic tools designed to authenticate u.....»»
Xfinity data breach revealed: Names, contact info, security Q&As, and more at risk
An Xfinity data breach has been revealed by the company, in which hackers were able to obtain a wide range of customer information. Data obtained for at least some Xfinity customers “may” include usernames, hashed passwords, real names, contac.....»»
1Password’s one-click logins and secure online shopping now 40% off for the holidays
1Password is now offering folks a chance to secure a yearly subscription to its wonderful password management and online security system at 40% off. 1Password is an indispensable tool for managing the multitude of passwords and login credentials all.....»»