Credential leaks are growing on the dark web
Last year saw a 429% increase in credentials exposed on the dark web. MFA has become an essential security layer to ensure that whoever is entering credentials is the real user and not a usurper.
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Old mobile numbers can compromise unsecure MFA systems
A recent study has analyzed the risks of reusing old mobile phone numbers. It found cases where new users received SMS messages with access to confidential information of the previous owners and also links to some of their online accounts due to MFA of those accounts.
Kubernetes, vector for cyberattacks against corporate networks
The cyber-attackers gained access to Kubernetes using password spraying techniques. Discover how a secure MFA prevents these techniques and advanced firewalls reduce the chances of network intrusions.
How Cybercriminals Avoid MFA and Tips to Stop Them
As we often point out, layered defenses are essential for protecting valuable assets because there is no bulletproof solution in the security industry. Case in point: while multi-factor authentication (MFA) is considered one of the most crucial security defenses in existence, cybercriminals can…
How a secure MFA would have avoided the Colonial cyberattack
Analysts think the DarkSide group introduce their malware via the Colonial VPN network using leaked passwords. MFA is key for critical infrastructures
Google to introduce mandatory MFA - what will the future of passwords look like?
Google wants to move away from passwords in favour of more reliable measures such as MFA. We explain why and how MSPs can implement it in organizations.
You Can Safely Handle Password Breaches – RockYou2021
RockYou2021 was big, but there's an easy option keeping hackers from using your stolen credentials
You Can Safely Handle Password Breaches – RockYou2021
After the recent RockYou2021 leaked credentials, Alex Cagnoni says that multi-factor authentication (MFA) is the only real protection you may have.
Strategies for MSPs to Address Security Needs in a Growingly Vulnerable Market
With so many cybersecurity incidents happening recently, from the SolarWinds to Colonial Pipeline hacks, it’s not surprising that there is now a huge focus on security. Or lack thereof?
Implement MFA and Zero-Trust Security: It’s an (Executive) Order!
President Biden published an executive order targeted at improving cybersecurity in the U.S. While it gives directions for government agencies and their vendors, it’s clear that the recommendations are to be taken seriously in the private and public sectors. This comes as no surprise after recent…