Tag: passwords

Published on November 14, 2024

via InfoSecurity Magazine As many as one in four password reset attempts from desktop browsers are fraud, according to security researchers. The fraud attempts are part of a rapid growth in password reset attacks, according to the annual LexisNexis Risk Solutions Cybercrime Report. (LexisNexis Risk Solutions…

Published on May 6, 2024

via This Is Money It can take less than six hours to hack 90 per cent of passwords, leaving your online identity, personal data, and bank accounts clicks away from any hacker worth their salt. Gone are the halcyon days of choosing passwords such as…

Published on April 12, 2024

Via BleepingComputer It should take more than eight characters to bring a business to a halt. However, the relentless onslaught of password-based cyber attacks underscores the alarming ease with which cybercriminals can exploit vulnerable credentials to inflict damage. Password attacks take many forms: from phishing…

Published on April 3, 2024

Via BleepingComputer Frustrating for both users and administrators, password management can be a challenge to manage in any organization. One lost or stolen password may be the crack in your organization's foundation, allowing an attacker to slip in. Conventional password recommendations have held that regular…

Published on March 14, 2024

via Skillademia Passwords have been the status quo for online security, but significant cracks are starting to show. As threats like phishing scams persist, tech leaders are shifting to more advanced login methods. Passkeys, which use device biometrics instead of passwords, are gaining steam at companies like…

Published on February 26, 2024

via Cyber Pandit As we approach the year 2024, technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Unfortunately, so do the cyber threats that come with it. It’s more important than ever to ensure that our online security is up to par and our passwords…

Published on January 23, 2024

Via Loginradius When done correctly, password resets can be easy and relatively painless for both the customer and the enterprise. By following tips mentioned in this blog, enterprises can ensure that the customers have a positive experience when resetting their passwords. Introduction It's happened to…

Published on January 19, 2024

via Security Magazine New research from Entrust highlights current shifts in identity management. The Future of Identity report focused on passwordless authentication, hybrid identities and personally identifiable information (PII) ownership. Fifty-one percent of respondents admitted to resetting a password at least once a month because they can’t remember…

Published on January 16, 2024

Naples, FL - Advanced Software Products Group (ASPG, Inc.), a leading provider of innovative software solutions for almost 40 years, is pleased to announce the release of ReACT v6.5, the latest version of its powerful self-service password reset and authentication tool. This new release introduces…

Published on January 10, 2024

Via HackerNews IT professionals have developed a sophisticated understanding of the enterprise attack surface – what it is, how to quantify it and how to manage it. The process is simple: begin by thoroughly assessing the attack surface, encompassing the entire IT environment. Identify all…