Passwords stories - Page 11

In the past 12 months alone one in four internet users had at least one of their accounts hacked, leading to the loss or theft of personal information.

Australian businesses are being put at risk by poor password hygiene according to a new survey, which suggests education and changes are needed.

Password-based authentication is no longer capable of keeping up with the demands of modern information security.

While the new option may make it easier for users to login, it potentially makes it much easier for hackers to break into Yahoo accounts.

From default passwords to missing patches, networks face constant threats that can easily be exploited, putting data at risk and causing potential disasters.

Kickstarter has fallen victim to a global security breach, with hackers gaining access to customer data, prompting immediate security reinforcements.

Twitter blogged yesterday that an attack took place over 'just a few moments' before it was noticed by Twitter staff and shut it down.

Twitter reset passwords for thousands, warning of phishing threats. The company admits the mass action may have been excessive, causing user inconvenience.

Yahoo Voices hit by major hack, exposing over 400,000 passwords in a stark 'wake-up call' for the tech giant's security measures.

LinkedIn assures users that no accounts were breached following last week’s password hack, with compromised passwords swiftly disabled to prevent access.

LinkedIn confirms password breach, advises users to change passwords. Unisys warns users to change passwords for other accounts as well.

Stolen banking details surge sparks need for online shopping safety. Discover crucial tips from Microsoft on securing your transactions.

Is your password 'password' or '123456'? Too many are, risking online security, reveals latest SplashData report.

A new survey reveals that 80% of Kiwis would stop dealing with an organisation after a data breach, viewing it as a ‘fundamental breach of trust’.

Analysis of stolen passwords uncovers a literary flavour, with 'romance' and 'mystery' popular among users, hinting at bookworm habits.

Sony’s PlayStation Network is on the road to recovery after hackers compromised it, causing a nearly month-long outage.

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Play.com has confirmed a security breach, with customers receiving spam emails linked to an incident at its email provider.

Oh, the irony! Malware writers are now protecting their product from being pirated, according to security software provider Symantec.

Harness top security practices: From patching software to encrypting data, discover how best to protect your digital landscape.