There are many cybersecurity threats privileged accounts face including phishing, insider threats, malware and brute force attacks. When privileged accounts aren’t managed or secured properly, all of an organization’s sensitive data is vulnerable to being successfully targeted by threat actors. Continue reading to learn how and why cybercriminals target privileged accounts and how organizations can keep their most critical accounts safe.
A pretexting attack is a type of social engineering attack where the threat actor persuades their target into revealing sensitive information or sending them money by making up a story, hence the word “pretext.” Pretexting attacks can come in many different forms including a phone call, text message, email or even in person.
If a scammer knows your email address, you should be extra-vigilant about phishing, and secure all your accounts with strong passwords and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). If you suspect a scammer has gained access to your email account, you should take steps with your email provider to secure your account and let all your contacts know you have been hacked. Read on to learn more details about what a scammer can do with your email address and how to protect your account.
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How you use a password manager varies slightly depending on which password manager you have. However, they all have similar functionality. To use a password manager, you first have to set your master password, set up your multi-factor authentication methods, export and import your current passwords, download the necessary apps and create new strong passwords for each of your accounts.
Sending sensitive information over the internet is often necessary, despite the risks. You may need to send copies of your passport to validate your employment status at a new job, or you might need to send tax forms with your social security number to your accountant. How can you send this information without making it vulnerable to cybercriminals? Using a software platform that uses zero-knowledge encryption is the most secure way to share sensitive information and files.
Doxxing, also spelled doxing, is when a threat actor publishes Personally Identifiable Information (PII) about their target online. This can include publishing the target’s place of employment, home address, credit or debit card numbers and any other sensitive information. The purpose of the threat actor publishing another person’s PII varies, but most commonly has to do with harassment.
PayPal and Venmo are online platforms that let businesses and individuals send and receive payments. You can secure your PayPal or Venmo account by using a strong password, setting up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and using other security features available. Since these accounts handle financial transactions and sensitive information, they are common targets for cyberattacks.
You use your email address for a wide variety of things such as when you’re shopping or setting up an online account. Because your email is linked to so many different accounts, securing it is crucial to keeping your other accounts safe, since most password resets are sent to your email address. To make your email more secure you should create a strong password, enable MFA and always log out of your account.
Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions are designed to protect organizations from a variety of threats that target privileged accounts, credentials and access. These solutions help to secure, manage and monitor access to critical systems and sensitive data.
