Tag: password
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US shuts down phisherfolk’s $14.6M password-hoarding platform
Crooks used platform to scoop up and store banking credentials for big-money thefts First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/12/24/us_shutters_phishermens_146m_passwordhording/
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19 Billion Passwords Leaked: Essential Tips for Your Protection
19 billion passwords leaked! Discover how to protect yourself and your organization with actionable tips. Secure your digital life today! First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/12/19-billion-passwords-leaked-essential-tips-for-your-protection-2/
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Webrat turns GitHub PoCs into a malware trap
The malicious payload and behavior: Beneath the polished README, the attackers dumped a password-protected ZIP linked in the repository. The archive password was hidden in file names, something easily missable by unsuspecting eyes. Inside, the key components include a decoy DLL, a batch file to launch the malware, and the primary executable (like rasmanesc.exe) capable…
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New MacSync Stealer Disguised as Trusted Mac App Hunts Saved Passwords
Tags: passwordJamf security experts have found a new version of MacSync Stealer. Disguised as a zk-call app, it uses official notarization to bypass security and steal your saved passwords. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/macsync-stealer-mac-app-saved-passwords/
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Passwd: A walkthrough of the Google Workspace Password Manager
Passwd is designed specifically for organizations operating within Google Workspace. Rather than competing as a general consumer password manager, its purpose is narrow, and business-focused: secure credential storage, controlled sharing, and seamless Workspace integration. The platform emphasizes practicality over feature overload, aiming to provide a reliable system for teams that already rely First seen on…
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A year of Keeper Security!
Tags: access, ai, attack, credentials, cybersecurity, endpoint, infrastructure, passkey, password, software, zero-trustKeeper Security, the provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity software protecting passwords and passkeys, infrastructure secrets, remote connections and endpoints, had reflected on 2025 as a year of meaningful growth. Amid an increase in credential-based attacks, rapid AI adoption and the operational demands of hybrid environments, Keeper strengthened its Privileged Access Management (PAM) platform, expanded…
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Handwritten Passwords for Touchscreen Devices
Explore handwritten passwords for touchscreen devices: a unique authentication method. Learn about security, usability, implementation, and how it compares to traditional passwords. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/12/handwritten-passwords-for-touchscreen-devices/
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Future scope of Agentic AI in enhancing enterprise security
What Are Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Why Do They Matter for Enterprise Security? Cybersecurity is continually shifting, with machine identities, or Non-Human Identities (NHIs), emerging as a crucial facet for robust security management. But why should NHIs hold your attention? NHIs are machine-generated identifiers created by combining a secret”, such as an encrypted password, token,…
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What compliance challenges do NHIs pose
What Are Non-Human Identities, and Why Do They Matter? Have you ever considered the hidden facets of machine identities that silently power our digital infrastructure? Non-Human Identities (NHIs) are increasingly becoming a cornerstone in ensuring the security and seamless operation of cloud environments. They consist of machine identities that function through secrets like encrypted passwords,……
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NIS2 Compliance: Maintaining Credential Security
Strengthen NIS2 compliance by preventing weak and compromised passwords with Enzoic’s continuous credential protection. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/12/nis2-compliance-maintaining-credential-security/
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Attackers bring their own passwords to Cisco and Palo Alto VPNs
Tags: authentication, cisco, credentials, data-breach, endpoint, infrastructure, login, malicious, mfa, password, threat, vpnBrute-forcing Cisco’s SSL VPN follows: Just a day after the GlobalProtect surge, the same actor infrastructure pivoted to Cisco’s SSL VPN endpoints, with the same TCP fingerprint and hosting provider IP space. GreyNoise saw the number of unique attacking IPs jump from a typical daily baseline of fewer than 200 to over 1200, signalling a…
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Attackers bring their own passwords to Cisco and Palo Alto VPNs
Tags: authentication, cisco, credentials, data-breach, endpoint, infrastructure, login, malicious, mfa, password, threat, vpnBrute-forcing Cisco’s SSL VPN follows: Just a day after the GlobalProtect surge, the same actor infrastructure pivoted to Cisco’s SSL VPN endpoints, with the same TCP fingerprint and hosting provider IP space. GreyNoise saw the number of unique attacking IPs jump from a typical daily baseline of fewer than 200 to over 1200, signalling a…
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Attackers bring their own passwords to Cisco and Palo Alto VPNs
Tags: authentication, cisco, credentials, data-breach, endpoint, infrastructure, login, malicious, mfa, password, threat, vpnBrute-forcing Cisco’s SSL VPN follows: Just a day after the GlobalProtect surge, the same actor infrastructure pivoted to Cisco’s SSL VPN endpoints, with the same TCP fingerprint and hosting provider IP space. GreyNoise saw the number of unique attacking IPs jump from a typical daily baseline of fewer than 200 to over 1200, signalling a…
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New password spraying attacks target Cisco, PAN VPN gateways
An automated campaign is targeting multiple VPN platforms, with credential-based attacks being observed on Palo Alto Networks GlobalProtect and Cisco SSL VPN. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-password-spraying-attacks-target-cisco-pan-vpn-gateways/
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NIS2 compliance: How to get passwords and MFA right
NIS2 puts identity and access controls under the spotlight, with weak passwords and poor authentication now a compliance risk. Specops Software explains how to align password policies and MFA with NIS2 requirements. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nis2-compliance-how-to-get-passwords-and-mfa-right/
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Phantom Stealer Targeting Users to Steal Sensitive Data
Sophisticated malware employs a multi-stage infection chain and advanced evasion techniques to exfiltrate sensitive information. Phantom, a sophisticated stealer malware variant, is conducting targeted attacks to harvest sensitive data from infected systems, including passwords, browser cookies, credit card information, and cryptocurrency wallet credentials. Security researchers have identified Version 3.5 of the malware, which employs a…
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Phantom Stealer Targeting Users to Steal Sensitive Data
Sophisticated malware employs a multi-stage infection chain and advanced evasion techniques to exfiltrate sensitive information. Phantom, a sophisticated stealer malware variant, is conducting targeted attacks to harvest sensitive data from infected systems, including passwords, browser cookies, credit card information, and cryptocurrency wallet credentials. Security researchers have identified Version 3.5 of the malware, which employs a…
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Telekom startet System gegen Betrugsanrufe
Der Call Check der Deutschen Telekom soll Smartphone-Kunden künftig vor betrügerischen Anrufen schützen.Jemand ruft an, die Nummer ist im eigenen Adressbuch nicht eingespeichert. Egal, man geht mal dran und lässt sich von einem Unbekannten in ein Gespräch verwickeln. Das ist meistens keine gute Idee.Der sogenannte Call Check der Deutschen Telekom soll ab sofort automatisch alle…
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FortiGate firewall credentials being stolen after vulnerabilities discovered
Tags: access, advisory, ai, attack, authentication, best-practice, breach, ceo, cisa, credentials, cve, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, exploit, firewall, flaw, fortinet, hacker, infrastructure, Internet, kev, least-privilege, login, malicious, network, password, software, theft, threat, update, vulnerabilityCSO. “So far, the pattern of activity has appeared to be opportunistic in nature. While it is difficult to estimate the number of devices directly vulnerable to this vulnerability, there are hundreds of thousands of Fortinet appliances accessible on the public internet through specialized search engines. This allows threat actors to opportunistically attempt exploitation against…
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Azure CLI Trust Abused in ConsentFix Account Takeovers
ConsentFix abuses trusted Azure CLI OAuth flows to hijack Microsoft accounts without passwords or MFA. First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/threats/azure-cli-trust-abused-in-consentfix-account-takeovers/
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Wie Anomalieerkennung schwache Passwörter sichtbar macht
Moderne IT-Umgebungen erzeugen täglich eine große Menge authentifizierungsrelevanter Daten. Diese Daten enthalten wertvolle Hinweise auf unsichere Passwörter und strukturelle Schwachstellen. Durch automatisierte Verhaltensanalysen lassen sich Muster erkennen, die auf Fehlkonfigurationen, riskante Benutzergewohnheiten oder aufkommende Angriffsversuche hindeuten. Die Auswertung von Login-Frequenzen, Gerätedaten und Zugriffszeiten erlaubt eine frühzeitige Identifikation anormaler Abläufe. Unternehmen erhalten so ein Werkzeug, das…
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Wie Anomalieerkennung schwache Passwörter sichtbar macht
Moderne IT-Umgebungen erzeugen täglich eine große Menge authentifizierungsrelevanter Daten. Diese Daten enthalten wertvolle Hinweise auf unsichere Passwörter und strukturelle Schwachstellen. Durch automatisierte Verhaltensanalysen lassen sich Muster erkennen, die auf Fehlkonfigurationen, riskante Benutzergewohnheiten oder aufkommende Angriffsversuche hindeuten. Die Auswertung von Login-Frequenzen, Gerätedaten und Zugriffszeiten erlaubt eine frühzeitige Identifikation anormaler Abläufe. Unternehmen erhalten so ein Werkzeug, das…
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What types of compliance should your password manager support?
Lost credentials and weak authentication controls still sit at the center of many security incidents. IT leaders and CISOs know this problem well. They also know that … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/12/15/password-manager-compliance-types/
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How can Agentic AI enhance our cybersecurity measures
What Role Do Non-Human Identities Play in Securing Our Digital Ecosystems? Where more organizations migrate to the cloud, the concept of securing Non-Human Identities (NHIs) is becoming increasingly crucial. NHIs, essentially machine identities, are pivotal in maintaining robust cybersecurity frameworks. They are a unique combination of encrypted passwords, tokens, or keys, which are akin to……
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Passwort-Manager: BSI-Untersuchung identifiziert Verbesserungsbedarf
First seen on datensicherheit.de Jump to article: www.datensicherheit.de/passwort-manager-bsi-untersuchung-identifizierung-verbesserungsbedarf