PSA: Don"t use your pet"s name as your password
Privacy experts have been warning us for years not to use personal information in passwords, but we all know it's hard to teach old dogs new tricks. A survey released Thursday by digital safety platform Aura found 39 percent of pet owners in the U.S......»»
Passwordless is more than a buzzword among cybersecurity pros
Password security remains highly relevant even as cybersecurity strategies move toward a passwordless future. Of the 100 Black Hat USA 2023 attendees Delinea polled, 54% said passwordless is a viable concept, while 79% agreed that passwords are evolv.....»»
Building a secure future without traditional passwords
As organizations try to fortify their defenses against an increasingly sophisticated threat landscape, traditional password-based systems reveal their limitations. This is where passwordless authentication steps in – a concept that simplifies acces.....»»
WhatsApp working to implement new security layer with passkey
If you’re a WhatsApp user, there are different ways to protect your account – such as using a traditional password and two-factor authentication. And soon, users will have another option to secure their account, as WhatsApp has been working to im.....»»
It looks like Disney will be coming after password sharers too
It appears that Disney wants to follow in Netflix’s footsteps and crackdown on password sharing on Disney+. Not too long ago, Netflix announced that they would be cracking down on password sharing, meaning that users who aren’t stayin.....»»
Disney announces price hike for Disney+ and Hulu, crackdown on password sharing
Disney is shaking up its portfolio of streaming services starting next month. The company announced today that it would increase the pricing for ad-free Disney+ and Hulu while also saying that it is “actively exploring” ways to crack down on pass.....»»
Encryption-breaking, password-leaking bug in many AMD CPUs could take months to fix
"Zenbleed" bug affects all Zen 2-based Ryzen, Threadripper, and EPYC CPUs. Enlarge (credit: AMD) A recently disclosed bug in many of AMD's recent consumer, workstation, and server processors can cause the chips to leak d.....»»
Windows 11 will now warn you when you copy and paste your system password
Users of the latest Windows 11 Preview Build will now see an alert when they copy and paste their credentials......»»
Proton Pass finally lets you save credit card info with a new update
Swiss software developer Proton released the Proton Pass password manager app in late June, and I was testing the app even before that. I am … The post Proton Pass finally lets you save credit card info with a new update appeared first on BGR......»»
Netflix’s password sharing crackdown actually worked out in their favor
It appears that Netflix’s password sharing crackdown has netted the company more subscribers instead of the opposite. For years, Netflix users would basically buy one plan and share their account with friends or family members. This gav.....»»
Netflix ends password sharing in "big market" India
Only users from a single household will be able to use an account, the streaming giant has said......»»
1Password will soon let users unlock password vaults with passkeys
Popular password manager 1Password teased in June that native support for passkeys is coming to the iPhone and iPad app with iOS 17. Now 1Password is taking another big step toward a world without traditional passwords, this time replacing the key t.....»»
Netflix crackdown on password sharing boosts sign-ups
Netflix has revealed that its decision to move against account sharing has led to more people than expected switching to a full membership......»»
Netflix adds nearly 6 million paid subscribers amid password sharing crackdown
Netflix's crackdown on password sharing appears to be paying off......»»
Logging in to TikTok with your iPhone is now easier with Passkeys
You can finally forget your password, as the popular app TikTok finally supports Passkeys — an easier but more secure way to login into your … The post Logging in to TikTok with your iPhone is now easier with Passkeys appeared first on BG.....»»
TikTok for iPhone will soon let you forget your account password
Apple is a major proponent of the post-password world. Last year, it built passkey technology into the iPhone with iOS 16. As a result, more and more services are letting users say goodbye to passwords and hello to passkeys. Soon, TikTok users acros.....»»
The best iCloud password manager for Chrome is no longer only on Windows
With the public beta release of Apple's new macOS 14 Sonoma, passwords stored directly with Apple can now be used in Chrome on Mac......»»
WatchGuard expands identity protection capabilities with AuthPoint Total Identity Security
WatchGuard Technologies has unveiled AuthPoint Total Identity Security, a comprehensive bundle that combines the AuthPoint multi-factor authentication (MFA) with dark web credential monitoring capabilities and a corporate password manager. The introd.....»»
Netflix upgrades Profile Transfer feature as password sharing crackdown continues
Netflix, which recently rolled out its big crackdown on password sharing, has announced an update to its Profile Transfer option. This feature is designed to make it easier for users to transfer their data to a new account, and starting today, the f.....»»
You can now use an unlimited number of devices with NordPass Premium
Password manager NordPass has unlocked its six device limit for Premium customers, as many were hitting it......»»
Dangerous new infostealer targets top password managers
19 password managers and several crypto wallets are being attacked by thieving malware......»»