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If you were one of the 70+ million people affected by the 2024 AT&T data breach, you are likely concerned about the safety of your accounts and the risk of your identity being stolen. Although some of the data is from 2019 or earlier, according to AT&T, the 2024 data breach occurred this past March when stolen customer data was found on the dark web. If you were part of this data breach, your identity could be at risk of being stolen because customers’ Social Security numbers were exposed.

No, you don’t have to change your password every 90 days. This idea of regularly changing your password is known as password rotation. The main benefit of changing your passwords so often is to prevent unauthorized users from accessing private information. For personal accounts, changing your passwords every 90 days can actually end up being worse than keeping them the same.

Yes, your iPhone can get viruses. However, it is uncommon for iPhones to get viruses due to the nature of Apple’s iPhone Operating System (iOS). Because iPhone users are only able to download apps from the App Store, this makes it much harder for hackers to infect their devices. Having a jailbroken iPhone would make you more susceptible to getting infected with viruses because you could download unauthorized apps outside of the App Store.

Some examples of social engineering attacks include phishing, pretexting, scareware, baiting, vishing, smishing and CEO fraud. If you are unsure what qualifies as social engineering, imagine how many ways someone can manipulate you to reveal private information. Threat actors use these psychological techniques, both in person and online, to gain access to your personal or organizational information. These bad actors can install malware on your device, steal your information and even take your identity.

Although using Cash App is a convenient way to receive money from people you already know, Cash App is not safe when receiving money from strangers. Whenever you use a payment app like Cash App, it’s always better to receive money from people you trust to avoid being scammed by a stranger. Other payment apps besides Cash App include PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, Apple Pay and Chime, among others.

Many organizations have yet to invest in a PAM solution because they can be expensive and complex. While this is true for some legacy PAM solutions, these organizations fail to consider the benefits that modern PAM solutions provide.

Not only can iPads get malware but so can the rest of your devices. Although the chances of your iPad getting malware are small, it is still possible. To understand exactly what the implications of your iPad getting malware are, first we need to learn what malware is. Malicious software, more commonly referred to as malware, is a type of software that infects your device in many different ways.

Accessing passkeys from multiple devices can be a hassle if you don’t use a passkey manager since they’re tied to the device on which they’re generated. This means you’d have to create a passkey on multiple devices or scan a QR code to access a passkey from devices that use different Operating Systems (OS). This is inconvenient, which is why you should consider investing in a password manager to store and manage your passkeys.

The most effective and secure way to manage your passwords is with a password manager. A password manager can help you manage your passwords by securely storing them and identifying weak and reused passwords, preventing you from falling victim to various cyberattacks. Continue reading to learn how to use a password manager and what to look for when choosing one.