Tag: password
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How Organizations Can Use Mistakes to Level Up Their Security Programs
Organizations repeatedly expose ports, reuse passwords, and skip patches, creating security gaps that attackers exploit for breaches. An industry veteran outlines ways to fix these common mistakes. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/blunders-level-up-security-programs
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New Ghost Campaign Uses Fake npm Progress Bars to Phish Sudo Passwords
ReversingLabs researchers identify a new Ghost campaign using fake npm install logs and progress bars to phish for sudo passwords and steal crypto wallets from developers. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/ghost-campaign-npm-progress-bars-phish-sudo-passwords/
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Tails 7.6 ships automatic Tor bridge retrieval and a new password manager
Tails 7.6 is out, and for users operating on networks that block Tor, the most consequential addition is built-in bridge retrieval. The Tor Connection assistant can now detect … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/03/27/tails-7-6-released/
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Tails 7.6 ships automatic Tor bridge retrieval and a new password manager
Tails 7.6 is out, and for users operating on networks that block Tor, the most consequential addition is built-in bridge retrieval. The Tor Connection assistant can now detect … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/03/27/tails-7-6-released/
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How are NHIs supported in regulatory compliance?
Can Effective Non-Human Identity Management Elevate Your Compliance Strategy? The management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) has become a crucial aspect of regulatory compliance. NHIs, often referred to as machine identities, play an integral role in securing digital infrastructures. They are composed of an encrypted password, token, or key (the “Secret”) and the permissions granted by……
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TP-Link Fixes Bug That Lets Hackers Take Over Routers Without a Password
TP-Link patched high-severity Archer NX router flaws, including one that could let attackers upload rogue firmware without authentication. The post TP-Link Fixes Bug That Lets Hackers Take Over Routers Without a Password appeared first on TechRepublic. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/news-tp-link-router-security-flaw-update-now/
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BSidesSLC 2025 The Evolution of Auth From Passwords To AI Agents
Author, Creator & Presenter: Maya Kaczorowski – Founder of Oblique, Former CPO at Tailscale And Security Lead At GitHub & Google Our thanks to BSidesSLC for publishing their Creators, Authors and Presenter’s outstanding BSidesSLC 2025 content on the Organizations’ YouTube Channel. Permalink First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/03/bsidesslc-2025-the-evolution-of-auth-from-passwords-to-ai-agents/
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Preventing Account Takeovers: A Practical Guide to Detection and Response
Yesterday’s password leak can become tomorrow’s identity crisis. According to research firm Gitnux, account-takeover attacks jumped 354 percent in 2023, driven by bots that replay stolen credentials and infostealer malware that sidesteps multi-factor prompts. The fallout, billions in fraud losses, shaken customer trust, and security teams scrambling, demands a clear plan. In this article, we:…
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Block Compromised Passwords Without Breaking User Experience
A practical guide to blocking compromised passwords without breaking user experience across applications and Active Directory. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/03/block-compromised-passwords-without-breaking-user-experience/
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6 key trends reshaping the IAM market
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, ciso, compliance, corporate, cyber, cybersecurity, data, dora, finance, framework, governance, government, Hardware, iam, identity, mfa, mobile, network, nis-2, passkey, password, PCI, phone, regulation, saas, service, startup, strategy, technologyPasswordless authentication on the rise: Passwords have long been the weakest link in most security architectures.Many mobile phones and laptops already use biometrics for authentication, and the user experience is typically far better than typing a long and complex password into an interface.The growing uptake of passwordless authentication (FIDO2/passkeys, biometrics) is redefining the scope of…
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6 key trends reshaping the IAM market
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, ciso, compliance, corporate, cyber, cybersecurity, data, dora, finance, framework, governance, government, Hardware, iam, identity, mfa, mobile, network, nis-2, passkey, password, PCI, phone, regulation, saas, service, startup, strategy, technologyPasswordless authentication on the rise: Passwords have long been the weakest link in most security architectures.Many mobile phones and laptops already use biometrics for authentication, and the user experience is typically far better than typing a long and complex password into an interface.The growing uptake of passwordless authentication (FIDO2/passkeys, biometrics) is redefining the scope of…
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6 key trends reshaping the IAM market
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, ciso, compliance, corporate, cyber, cybersecurity, data, dora, finance, framework, governance, government, Hardware, iam, identity, mfa, mobile, network, nis-2, passkey, password, PCI, phone, regulation, saas, service, startup, strategy, technologyPasswordless authentication on the rise: Passwords have long been the weakest link in most security architectures.Many mobile phones and laptops already use biometrics for authentication, and the user experience is typically far better than typing a long and complex password into an interface.The growing uptake of passwordless authentication (FIDO2/passkeys, biometrics) is redefining the scope of…
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6 key trends reshaping the IAM market
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, ciso, compliance, corporate, cyber, cybersecurity, data, dora, finance, framework, governance, government, Hardware, iam, identity, mfa, mobile, network, nis-2, passkey, password, PCI, phone, regulation, saas, service, startup, strategy, technologyPasswordless authentication on the rise: Passwords have long been the weakest link in most security architectures.Many mobile phones and laptops already use biometrics for authentication, and the user experience is typically far better than typing a long and complex password into an interface.The growing uptake of passwordless authentication (FIDO2/passkeys, biometrics) is redefining the scope of…
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New Npm ‘Ghost Campaign’ Uses Fake Install Logs to Hide Malware
Ghost npm campaign fakes install logs to steal sudo passwords and drop RATs that loot crypto and data First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/npm-ghost-campaign-fake-install/
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Hong Kong police can demand phone and computer passwords under amended national security law
Refusing to comply could lead to year in jail and hefty fine, while providing false information carries up to three years in prisonHong Kong police can now demand that people suspected of breaching the city’s national security law provide mobile phone or computer passwords in a further crackdown on dissent.The amendments to the law also…
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Chrome ABE bypass discovered: New VoidStealer malware steals passwords and cookies
Malware with many tricks: VoidStealer is part of a broader shift in how infostealers are evolving post-ABE. The malware already supports multiple bypass techniques, falling back to older injection-based methods if needed, but clearly prioritizing stealth where possible.Krejsa also warned of its development pace. Since first appearing in December 2025, the malware has evolved quickly…
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6 Best Open Source Password Managers for Windows in 2026
Discover the top open-source password managers for Windows. Learn about the features and benefits of each to determine which one is the best fit for your needs. The post 6 Best Open Source Password Managers for Windows in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/best-password-manager-open-source-windows/
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SpyCloud’s 2026 Identity Exposure Report Reveals Explosion of Non-Human Identity Theft
Tags: ai, authentication, automation, breach, cloud, credentials, cybercrime, cybersecurity, dark-web, data, data-breach, government, identity, malware, monitoring, password, phishing, ransomware, supply-chain, theft, threat, tool67 / sixseven: 140.4Msweet / cookie / candy / cake / pie: 5.7Mchiefs / kansas city chiefs: 5M2025: 4.1Mapple / banana / orange / strawberry / fruit: 2.6MPassword reuse remains widespread, and the report also identified 1.1 million password manager master passwords circulating in underground sources, raising concerns about vault-level compromise when master credentials are…
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SpyCloud’s 2026 Identity Exposure Report Reveals Explosion of Non-Human Identity Theft
Tags: ai, authentication, automation, breach, cloud, credentials, cybercrime, cybersecurity, dark-web, data, data-breach, government, identity, malware, monitoring, password, phishing, ransomware, supply-chain, theft, threat, tool67 / sixseven: 140.4Msweet / cookie / candy / cake / pie: 5.7Mchiefs / kansas city chiefs: 5M2025: 4.1Mapple / banana / orange / strawberry / fruit: 2.6MPassword reuse remains widespread, and the report also identified 1.1 million password manager master passwords circulating in underground sources, raising concerns about vault-level compromise when master credentials are…
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New Android malware hiding in streaming apps to spy on users’ personal notes
A newly discovered Android malware is masking itself within television streaming apps in order to steal users’ passwords and banking data and spy on their personal notes, researchers have found. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/malware-streaming-apps-android
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Password Retirement Is Premature
Password retirement is premature. Despite passwordless innovation, passwords remain critical in enterprise identity systems. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2026/03/password-retirement-is-premature/
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7 Ways to Prevent Privilege Escalation via Password Resets
Password resets are often weaker than login security, making them a prime target for privilege escalation. Specops Software explains how attackers abuse reset workflows and how to secure them. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/7-ways-to-prevent-privilege-escalation-via-password-resets/
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The multi-billion dollar mistake: Why cloud misconfigurations are your biggest security threat
Most cloud setup errors, 8 out of 10, happen because people slip up, not because code fails.One out of three cloud setups sits empty, ignored by any oversight. A third of online storage spaces get zero attention from monitors.Almost one out of every two hundred storage units on Amazon’s cloud sits open, per a 2024…
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The multi-billion dollar mistake: Why cloud misconfigurations are your biggest security threat
Most cloud setup errors, 8 out of 10, happen because people slip up, not because code fails.One out of three cloud setups sits empty, ignored by any oversight. A third of online storage spaces get zero attention from monitors.Almost one out of every two hundred storage units on Amazon’s cloud sits open, per a 2024…
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New ‘Perseus’ Android malware checks user notes for secrets
A new Android malware called Perseus is checking user-curated notes to steal sensitive information, like passwords, recovery phrases, or financial data. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-perseus-android-malware-checks-user-notes-for-secrets/
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New ‘Perseus’ Android malware checks user notes for secrets
A new Android malware called Perseus is checking user-curated notes to steal sensitive information, like passwords, recovery phrases, or financial data. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-perseus-android-malware-checks-user-notes-for-secrets/
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Your MFA isn’t broken, it’s being bypassed, and your employees can’t tell the difference
Three failures that keep showing up: Through my research into adversary-in-the-middle attacks and reviewing industry incident reports, I have identified three consistent failures that make these attacks successful. 1. We trained our people for the wrong threat Most security awareness programs still teach the same things: Look for misspellings, check the sender address, hover over…
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Your MFA isn’t broken, it’s being bypassed, and your employees can’t tell the difference
Three failures that keep showing up: Through my research into adversary-in-the-middle attacks and reviewing industry incident reports, I have identified three consistent failures that make these attacks successful. 1. We trained our people for the wrong threat Most security awareness programs still teach the same things: Look for misspellings, check the sender address, hover over…
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ChatGPT knackt sein eigenes Passwort: Was das für deine Sicherheit bedeutet
First seen on t3n.de Jump to article: t3n.de/news/chatgpt-knackt-eigenes-passwort-1731788/