Passwords stories - Page 10
Yahoo hacked in security 'wake-up call'
Fri, 13th Jul 2012
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Yahoo Voices hit by major hack, exposing over 400,000 passwords in a stark 'wake-up call' for the tech giant's security measures.
Top Online Shopping Safety tips!
Mon, 26th Mar 2012
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cybersecurity
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online safety
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Stolen banking details surge sparks need for online shopping safety. Discover crucial tips from Microsoft on securing your transactions.
How safe is your password?
Mon, 21st Nov 2011
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google
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hackers
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passwords
Is your password 'password' or '123456'? Too many are, risking online security, reveals latest SplashData report.
Data compromises a game-changer for kiwis
Tue, 8th Nov 2011
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customers
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unisys
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passwords
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'.
Stolen password analysis reveals bookish trend
Fri, 17th Jun 2011
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passwords
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retail
Analysis of stolen passwords uncovers a literary flavour, with 'romance' and 'mystery' popular among users, hinting at bookworm habits.
Sticky subject
Sun, 1st May 2011
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uc
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cybersecurity
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passwords
Banish login fatigue with StickyPassword, the software promising to streamline your online life by auto-filling forms and securing data.
Play.com admits security breach
Mon, 28th Mar 2011
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hackers
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passwords
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hacking
Play.com has confirmed a security breach, with customers receiving spam emails linked to an incident at its email provider.
Malware authors seek protection
Tue, 1st Mar 2011
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malware
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cybersecurity
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hp
Oh, the irony! Malware writers are now protecting their product from being pirated, according to security software provider Symantec.
Best security practices
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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cybersecurity
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symantec
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passwords
Harness top security practices: From patching software to encrypting data, discover how best to protect your digital landscape.
Strip - Password Manager
Thu, 5th Aug 2010
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encryption
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open source
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apple
Strip is a highly rated Password Manager and Data Vault, protecting sensitive information on mobile devices for over 12 years.
Report: US responsible for most malicious websites
Wed, 17th Mar 2010
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malware
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cybersecurity
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avg technologies
A research study has revealed that most malicious websites are hosted on US servers and not in other countries like China.
On a war drive
Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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vpns
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encryption
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wireless networks
War driving reveals Auckland's exposed wi-fi spots. Though encryption rates have improved since our last test, security complacency remains a key issue.
Time to change your password?
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Email-based scams are the current attack of choice for phishers, and have prompted widespread warnings about being too casual with your passwords.
Hotmail blocks access to compromised accounts
Mon, 12th Oct 2009
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microsoft
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google
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yahoo
Hotmail has taken the step of blocking access to accounts compromised in the recent phishing attack which saw users' details posted online.
Hotmail hit with phishing scam
Mon, 12th Oct 2009
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microsoft
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email
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hotmail
Microsoft is urging Hotmail account holders to change their passwords after a massive phishing scam has made thousands of account details publicly available.
Honesty is not The Best Policy for Password Resets
Tue, 5th May 2009
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malware
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cybersecurity
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chillisoft
In a world where personal info is public, being creatively dishonest might just save your online security, suggests ESET's latest advice.