account security

If you use Microsoft 365, updating your password regularly is one of the quickest — and most effective — ways to reduce your exposure to account takeover, phishing, and password-spraying attacks. This guide walks through three fast, practical ways to change a Microsoft 365 password (personal...

Samsung and Microsoft have agreed to bring Microsoft Copilot — the company’s generative AI assistant — to Samsung’s 2025 TVs and Smart Monitors, folding natural‑language AI into large displays via Samsung’s new Vision AI framework and a Copilot web experience built into the screens. This move...

A rapidly escalating security threat has emerged for organizations relying on Microsoft 365, as hackers have devised sophisticated phishing campaigns that can bypass even two-factor authentication (2FA) protections. Since the beginning of 2025, attackers have compromised nearly 3,000 accounts...

Microsoft has introduced passkeys as a new verification method for user accounts, allowing sign-ins using facial recognition, fingerprints, or device PINs. This feature is compatible across Windows, Apple, and Google platforms. Passkeys utilize cryptographic key pairs, with one key stored on the...

Attackers are rapidly evolving their playbook in the ongoing battle over account security, and the latest threat landscape facing Microsoft 365 users underscores just how sophisticated these threats have become. Cybersecurity firm Proofpoint recently sounded the alarm on a new tier of phishing...

Identity has rapidly become the new battleground in the fight for organizational security, especially as cybercriminals innovate to sidestep robust perimeter defenses. While firewalls, endpoint protection, and phishing detection continuously improve, attackers are leveraging stolen or...

The evolution of digital privacy remains a hot-button issue, particularly as tech giants like Microsoft refine their approaches to data collection, user transparency, and regulatory compliance. At the heart of this conversation lies the Microsoft privacy dashboard—a centralized hub designed to...

A Microsoft account has evolved far beyond simply serving as a login credential for Windows 11. Under the surface, it powers a sophisticated suite of features—some beneficial, others potentially intrusive—that fundamentally shape the way users interact with their PCs. Many of these functions...

Phishing attacks have evolved far beyond suspicious links in emails or obvious malware-laden attachments; today’s cybercriminals are engineering schemes that bypass even the most robust inbox filters, preying on the everyday habits and default settings trusted by countless Microsoft 365 and...

Microsoft is taking a significant step towards a passwordless future by eliminating passwords for new accounts and encouraging existing users to transition to more secure authentication methods. This move is driven by the increasing vulnerability of traditional passwords to cyberattacks and the...

In a recent and unprecedented cybersecurity event, researchers have uncovered a massive data breach exposing approximately 16 billion login credentials from major platforms, including Google, Facebook, and Telegram. This breach, identified by the Cybernews research team, is being hailed as one...

In a recent cybersecurity incident, over 80,000 Microsoft Entra ID accounts were targeted through password spraying attacks, leading to unauthorized access to several accounts and compromising data across Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and Outlook. Understanding Password Spraying Attacks Password...

A massive data breach has triggered shockwaves throughout the cybersecurity landscape, with over 184 million passwords reportedly leaked and some of the world’s most prominent technology brands implicated. This incident is distinguished not only by its monumental scale but also by the...

In the still-expanding digital landscape of 2024, another catastrophic cybersecurity incident has emerged, sending shockwaves across the United States and beyond. Over 184 million passwords, along with associated email addresses and critical login links, have been exposed in a sweeping data...

Using Google Authenticator for two-factor authentication (2FA) has become second nature for millions of users determined to keep their online accounts protected from malicious actors. The app’s combination of security, simplicity, and ubiquity has made it a favorite—especially among those who...

A recent security breach has exposed over 184 million passwords, along with associated email addresses and plain-text login URLs, raising significant concerns among U.S. consumers. The unprotected database was discovered by cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler, who noted that the leaked data...

In a case that has electrified both federal cybersecurity circles and the wider tech community, a detailed whistleblower disclosure alleges the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), under the controversial leadership of Elon Musk, was complicit in a significant data breach at the National...

A sudden wave of panic rippled through the gaming community this week following widespread reports of a massive Steam data leak, which allegedly compromised account information for more than 89 million users. As rumors and speculation intensified across social media and tech forums, Valve, the...

As cybersecurity threats continue to escalate across higher education, institutions are under mounting pressure to reinforce their digital defenses. Montclair State University is the latest to take a significant step in this ongoing battle, announcing the implementation of Duo Multi-Factor...

Microsoft's Copilot is poised to revolutionize personal finance management by integrating advanced AI capabilities into everyday financial tasks. This transformation is expected to simplify complex processes, enhance decision-making, and provide personalized financial insights. 1. Personalized...