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Cyber Security Tips from Pros: World Password Day Reminds Us We Need Them

On this World Password Day, we're reminded that passwords are still very exploitable. Three exec's from nCipher Security offer their recc's.

May 8, 2020 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

Today is World Password Day, and it’s a great reminder that we should always strive to promote better password management. According to National Day Calendar, security researcher Mark Burnett first encouraged people to have a “password day,” where they update important passwords in his 2005 book Perfect Passwords.  Inspired by his idea, Intel Security took the […]

If You’re Still Changing Your Passwords Periodically, You’re Doing It Wrong

Turns out, changing your password frequently might be doing more harm than good, and companies like Microsoft encourage end users against it.

June 27, 2019 Jessica Messier Leave a Comment

Turns out, changing your password frequently might be doing more harm than good, and companies like Microsoft encourage end users against it.

Facebook Admits To Storing Passwords in Plaintext

A recent report uncovered Facebook’s latest privacy scandal, to which the company responded with a confirming blog post.

April 9, 2019 Sam Harton Leave a Comment

A recent report uncovered Facebook’s latest privacy scandal, to which the company responded with a confirming blog post.

Improve Customer Engagement with Password-Free Account Access

Averon MagicLogin eliminates the need for passwords and lengthy account setup to increase conversion rates and customer engagement.

December 4, 2018 Lisa Montgomery Leave a Comment

Averon MagicLogin eliminates the need for passwords and lengthy account setup to increase conversion rates and customer engagement.

California is Making Passwords Safer than Ever by 2020

Thanks to a new law passed in the Golden State, users’ passwords will be more difficult for cyberattacks and botnets.

October 22, 2018 Jessica Messier Leave a Comment

Thanks to a new law passed in the Golden State, users’ passwords will be more difficult for cyberattacks and botnets.

When It Comes to Passwords, Symbols Are Out, Voice Activation is In

Microsoft declared an end to passwords, and a welcome to voice-activated logins.

October 15, 2018 Jessica Messier Leave a Comment

Microsoft declared an end to passwords, and a welcome to voice-activated logins.

Indiana Appeals Court Regarding Compelled Production of Passwords

The state of Indiana seeks to change the way law enforcement obtains evidence, and court rulings say you can’t force people to give their passwords.

September 18, 2018 Sam Harton Leave a Comment

The state of Indiana seeks to change the way law enforcement obtains evidence, and court rulings say you can’t force people to give their passwords.

IT Glue Launches Password Management and Documentation Software for End Users

Called MyGlue, the new system lets users of IT Glue’s flagship solution for MSPs add revenue and develop stickier customer relationships by offering self-serve documentation and password management services to their SMB clients.

March 8, 2018 Rich Freeman Leave a Comment

Called MyGlue, the new system lets users of IT Glue’s flagship solution for MSPs add revenue and develop stickier customer relationships by offering self-serve documentation and password management services to their SMB clients.

SplashData Unveils List of Worst Passwords of 2017

SplashData has released its annual listing of worst passwords, and it should be no surprise why so many people continue to get hacked.

December 28, 2017 Steve Karantzoulidis Leave a Comment

SplashData has released its annual listing of worst passwords, and it should be no surprise why so many people continue to get hacked.

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November 21, 2016 Danielle Frappier Leave a Comment