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Tag Archives: 2FA
IRS announces 2016 anti-fraud arrangements – but do they go far enough? [POLL]
As a result of the IRS breach announced in May 2015, changes are afoot in how US tax returns will be authenticated in 2016. Are they enough? Have your say in our poll…
Snapchat steps up its security with login verification
Snapchat has an optional new security feature in version 9.9, called Login Verification. Here’s why you should definitely update your app and turn it on.
iOS 9 enhances two factor authentication, introduces 6-digit passcodes
Apple announced on Monday that iOS 9 will have native two-factor authentication as well as (slightly) more secure passcodes.
5 online privacy and security tips for travelers
Going on holiday or traveling for businesss any time soon? Here are 5 online privacy and security tips for when you’re on the road.
Facebook publishes new security settings guide
Drop-dead simple advice on keeping intruders’ hands off your account, spotting phishing attempts and more.
Slack gets hacked – rolls out two-factor authentication after user database breach
Slack is the latest start-up to make a big media splash in one of the worst possible ways – by acknowledging a data breach that exposed its users to malicious hackers.
Twitch resets passwords, says user details may have been stolen
Video game streaming service Twitch reveals it was hacked, but it doesn’t say how it happened or how many users are affected.
Hackers force closure of Canadian Bitcoin exchange Cavirtex
Canada’s largest Bitcoin exchange – Cavirtex – has announced its closure, saying the latest in a string of hacking attacks may have left hashed passwords and 2FA “secrets” compromised.
Twitter’s new tool should stop password sharing and help fend off hijackings
The new tool, TweetDeck Teams, lets users share Twitter accounts without having to share passwords.