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Our lax attitude to passwords is 'leaving the front door open' to trouble

Thu, 19th Jan 2017
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The humble password is still creating headaches for internet users across the world – and many people are still making bad password decisions.
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ESET discovers 'disturbing' router security issues

Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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At least 15% of home routers in the UK are unsecure, with weak passwords and software vulnerabilities, according to research by ESET.
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'It's time to rethink security' warns Centrify exec

Mon, 22nd Aug 2016
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Weak, default or stolen passwords are responsible for 63% of data breaches, warns Centrify's David McNeely. Time to rethink security is crucial.
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Frequent password changes crucial to prevent data breaches

Fri, 13th May 2016
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Last week played host to World Password Day and there couldn't be a better time to make sure your passwords are fresh and up-to-date.
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ESET: Two-factor authentication crucial in today's world

Wed, 16th Mar 2016
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ESET has officially announced a new version of its secure, mobile-based two-factor authentication system, ESA 2.4.
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The best way for IT pros to save themselves time

Mon, 14th Mar 2016
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IT pros can save valuable time by investing in employee education on IT security, reducing risks and mitigating errors from uninformed actions.
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Passwords are so last year. Today, it's all about the doodles

Fri, 11th Mar 2016
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In the future, free-form gestures, such as a doodle or signature, may be used in place of passwords to keep mobile devices secure.
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Cyber security knowledge on the rise, but is it enough?

Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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On the whole, people appreciate how much technology has improved their lives, but the risk of personal information being exposed is on their minds.
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Passwords out, new mobile ID methods taking off

Tue, 8th Dec 2015
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Data theft is continuing to spur on the mobile identification market, and will generate an additional $700m for mobile network operators by 2020.
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Should we scrap passwords altogether?

Tue, 1st Sep 2015
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Password-based authentication is no longer capable of keeping up with the demands of modern information security.
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Top 12: Most dangerous things threatening networks right now…

Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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From default passwords to missing patches, networks face constant threats that can easily be exploited, putting data at risk and causing potential disasters.
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Top Online Shopping Safety tips!

Mon, 26th Mar 2012
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Stolen banking details surge sparks need for online shopping safety. Discover crucial tips from Microsoft on securing your transactions.
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How safe is your password?

Mon, 21st Nov 2011
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Is your password 'password' or '123456'? Too many are, risking online security, reveals latest SplashData report.
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Play.com admits security breach

Mon, 28th Mar 2011
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Play.com has confirmed a security breach, with customers receiving spam emails linked to an incident at its email provider.
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Best security practices

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Harness top security practices: From patching software to encrypting data, discover how best to protect your digital landscape.
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Honesty is not The Best Policy for Password Resets

Tue, 5th May 2009
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In a world where personal info is public, being creatively dishonest might just save your online security, suggests ESET's latest advice.