Passwords stories - Page 8

SolarWinds expands its IT security portfolio with the new Passportal suite, offering unified password and privileged client knowledge management tools for MSPs.

Despite high awareness of online threats, a Kantar TNS survey finds many New Zealanders neglect basic security measures like using antivirus software.

For many cybersecurity professionals, the worries of the day often crawl into night-time routines - LogMeIn says better password practices can help.

The study finds using a number of the top password managers is no better than putting your passwords in a text file and saving it to your desktop.

TechDay spoke to experts and executives in the security industry about the data leak and the implications on phishing and credential stuffing.

Some shocking results include that 57% of respondents who have experienced a phishing attack have not changed their password behaviours.

Largest ever database of breached login details leaked on dark web, containing over a billion unique combinations of email addresses and passwords.

Erroneous alerts regarding potential missile strikes that caused civil disruption in Hawaii and Japan in recent history.

There was a renewed global response to data security in 2018, placing pressure on organisations to assume more responsibility for the data they hold.

CERT NZ's Q3 report shows an alarming 35% rise in financial losses from cyber incidents, now at NZD $2.9 million, with unauthorised access up by 28%.

Dell is asking all of its Dell.com customers to change their passwords after it detected ‘unauthorised activity’ on its network earlier this month.

Over a third of Aussie firms suffer data breaches due to staff errors, underlining dire need for cybersecurity training.

A good MFA solution would cover access for both types of applications, and enable access for both employees and third parties such as contractors.

As Cyber Smart Week 2018 kicks off, CERT NZ urges Kiwis to bolster online defences amid lingering concerns over data breaches like Facebook's.

In an era of rampant cyber attacks, companies like Amazon are testing sophisticated zero log-in tech, aiming to make passwords a thing of the past.

LastPass has released its 2018 Global Password Security Report, providing insights into password behaviour in the workplace.

About 81% of mass breaches are caused by stolen or weak passwords, and just over half of data breaches involve some form of credential harvesting.

Web development and coding platform GitHub has rolled out password and two-factor authentication revamps to make user accounts more secure.

Ransomware continues to be a major concern for Australian consumers this year - and many are unsure if they have even been affected by it.

Silverstreet, a cloud communications company, aims to simplify two-factor authentication with its cybersecurity brand, Twizo.