The Passwords Most Used By CEOs Are Startlingly Dumb
A recent cybersecurity report shows how immensely idiotic many CEOs and business owners can be, considering the strength of their chosen account passwords. PC Gamer reports: The research comes from NordPass password manager which identified back in 2.....»»
Dumb idea? $1,700 “smart” bassinet loses features if you buy it used
Non-new Snoos now lose some use. Enlarge / The Snoo, a "smart" bassinet. Owners of the $1,695 Snoo "smart" bassinet like to gather in forums like Reddit's r/snoolife to swap tracking graphs of their children's sleep pat.....»»
A massive data leak that probably exposed all of your personal info is hugely worse than thought
If you thought last week that just about every piece of personal data about you was stolen last week was bad, wait until you hear about how the passwords for the holding company were stolen too.New NPD breach exposes passwords, raising fresh security.....»»
Common API security issues: From exposed secrets to unauthorized access
Despite their role in connecting applications and driving innovation, APIs often suffer from serious security vulnerabilities. Recent investigations reveal that many organizations are struggling with exposed secrets such as passwords and API keys, wh.....»»
35% of exposed API keys still active, posing major security risks
Nightfall AI’s research revealed that secrets like passwords and API keys were most often found in GitHub, with nearly 350 total secrets exposed per 100 employees every year. Hidden risks of secret sprawl in cloud and SaaS environments What’s.....»»
Critical 1Password flaws may allow hackers to snatch your passwords (CVE-2024-42219, CVE-2024-42218)
Two vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-42219, CVE-2024-42218) affecting the macOS version of the popular 1Password password manager could allow malware to steal secrets stored in the software’s vaults and obtain the account unlock key, AgileBits has con.....»»
Leaving passwords behind and developing phishing-resistant users
Leaving passwords behind and developing phishing-resistant users.....»»
What’s new in Apple Notes for iOS 18: collapsible sections, highlights, and more
iOS 18 is a big release for the iPhone, with brand new apps like Passwords and Image Playground, as well as some significant updates to existing apps like Messages, Photos, and Settings. One of my most-used apps, Notes, is also getting a variety.....»»
How to get started using Apple Open Directory
Directory Services provides a central place to store users and passwords for corporate and enterprise users. Here's how to use it on macOS.Apple Directory Utility.Many enterprises today have a need for a central place to store information about users.....»»
What CISOs need to keep CEOs (and themselves) out of jail
Former Uber CISO Joe Sullivan, who was convicted for attempting to cover up a data breach Uber suffered in 2016, recently posited that in the very near future, CEOs might find themselves held directly responsible for cybersecurity breaches. Consideri.....»»
How to turn your iPhone into a ‘Dumb Phone’ to avoid all distraction
One of my favorite apps of the year is focusedOS. This app had one goal, and it was to reduce distraction during times of focus. It would basically put a block on apps that you chose and would not let you open them until you turned off that Focus. Th.....»»
You may be able to unlock future Apple devices with only your heart
Passwords, Touch ID, and Face ID could all be a thing of the past, as Apple is working on a future where unlocking your devices is as easy as just holding a future iPhone or letting your Apple Watch sense your unique heart rhythm.While Apple's patent.....»»
Chrome will now prompt some users to send passwords for suspicious files
Google says passwords and files will be deleted shortly after they are deep-scanned. (credit: Chrome) Google is redesigning Chrome malware detections to include password-protected executable files that users can upload f.....»»
This feature in iOS 18’s Passwords app could one day make the app obsolete
Apple’s new Passwords app in iOS 18 aims to provide a secure, convenient location for saving all of your important logins and passwords. There’s one key feature, however, that could eventually make the app largely obsolete: automatic passkey upgr.....»»
Critical Splunk flaw can be exploited to grab passwords (CVE-2024-36991)
A recently fixed vulnerability (CVE-2024-36991) affecting Splunk Enterprise on Windows “is more severe than it initially appeared,” according to SonicWall’s threat researchers. Several PoC exploits have been published, including one.....»»
1Password wants to help developers find out if their users are ready for passkeys
Passkey is a technology that replaces traditional passwords with more secure authentication methods, such as facial recognition or biometrics, eliminating the need to create and type a passcode. As passkeys become more popular, 1Password wants to hel.....»»
Vulnerability in Cisco Smart Software Manager lets attackers change any user password
Yep, passwords for administrators can be changed, too. Enlarge Cisco on Wednesday disclosed a maximum-security vulnerability that allows remote threat actors with no authentication to change the password of any user, in.....»»
Here’s the new Passwords app in iOS 18
iOS 18 is a huge release for iPhone users. It brings major updates to system apps like Photos, Messages, Notes, and more. The release also introduces two brand new apps from Apple: Image Playground for creating AI images (not yet available in the.....»»
Study shows how narcissistic CEOs influence boards of directors to take more risk
Narcissistic CEOs who also serve as chairs of the board are adept at controlling how their boards of directors focus their attention, giving the CEO the ability to get their way. A new study published in the Strategic Management Journal has found tha.....»»
The Ember Travel Mug 2+ is a smart mug with a really dumb problem
Apple's Find My support is handy, but a leaky lid design and limited battery life add up to a rather lukewarm smart mug......»»
Proton Pass gains Secure Links password sharing and ‘Extra Password’ option
Proton is out with its latest update, greater security and control for sharing your Proton Pass credentials with others. The company has also launched the ability to require a second password to access your passwords. more….....»»