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Apr 5, 2024 Unfiltered passwords phishing personal information

73 Million Cybersecurity Breach Victims Refuse To Be Anybody's April Fools

Amidst April Fools' Day, 73 million AT&T customers face a grim reality: notification of a data breach, exposing sensitive information. Urgent password resets commence, but phishing threats loom large. Stay vigilant amidst the chaos.

Sep 1, 2023 Unfiltered passwords privacy

Pro Tip: When Password Complexity Requirements are Super Detailed, It May Be Cause For Concern

Remember: Length is the most important factor when selecting a fresh, new password.

Aug 14, 2023 Unfiltered breach passwords privacy

Does everyone have exceptional memory, or are we still mismanaging passwords?

Bitwarden's survey unveils troubling trends: 19% still use "password", 85% reuse passwords, and 52% include identifiable info. Yet, 68% manage 10+ passwords, showing a need for improved security habits.

May 21, 2014 Unfiltered hackers passwords breach

What Questions Should We Be Asking About the eBay Breach?

In the wake of the eBay breach, asking crucial questions is imperative. How did social engineering tactics compromise passwords? What policies failed? Can encryption protect data? Clear communication is vital for transparency and accountability in crisis management.