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The Password Isn’t Dead Yet. You Need a Hardware Key
Any multifactor authentication adds protection, but a physical token is the best bet when it really counts.
The Worst Hacks of 2022
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The year was marked by sinister new twists on cybersecurity classics, including phishing, breaches, and ransomware attacks.
LastPass Data Breach: It’s Time to Ditch This Password Manager
The password manager’s most recent data breach is so concerning, users need to take immediate steps to protect themselves.
Russia’s Cyberwar Foreshadowed Deadly Attacks on Civilians
The Kremlin’s aggression in Ukraine is following a dangerous playbook that began to unfold years ago.
Hacktivism Is Back and Messier Than Ever
Throughout 2022, geopolitics has given rise to a new wave of politically motivated attacks with an undercurrent of state-sponsored meddling.
Russians Hacked JFK Airport Taxi Dispatch in Line-Skipping Scheme
Plus: An offensive US hacking operation, swatters hacking Ring cameras, a Netflix password-sharing crackdown, and more.
What Is Flipper Zero? The Hacker Tool Going Viral on TikTok, Explained
Don’t be fooled by its fun name and Tamagotchi-like interface—this do-everything gadget is trouble waiting to happen and a whole lot more.