mfa security

Hackers are now combining sophisticated, customizable phishing kits with phone-based social engineering to pull off real-time, MFA-defeating attacks against single sign-on (SSO) systems used by Google, Microsoft, Okta and major cryptocurrency providers. Security teams are seeing the emergence of...

Logging in to a Microsoft account gives you single‑sign‑on access to Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, Xbox, Microsoft 365 apps and a raft of cloud conveniences — but doing it securely and predictably across Windows PCs, consoles and mobile devices requires a clear, step‑by‑step approach and awareness...

Microsoft’s Security Response Center has published an advisory for CVE-2025-49755, a user‑interface (UI) misrepresentation — spoofing — vulnerability affecting Microsoft Edge (Chromium‑based) on Android devices, a flaw that allows a remote attacker to present misleading or falsified UI elements...

Optimal IdM, a prominent provider of Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, has recently unveiled a universal Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) integration tailored for Microsoft Azure tenants. This development signifies a substantial advancement in bolstering security measures for...

In recent years, the cybersecurity landscape has witnessed a dramatic escalation in identity-based attacks, with employee login credentials becoming prime targets for cybercriminals. This surge is largely attributed to the proliferation of sophisticated yet affordable tools that facilitate such...

The cybersecurity landscape has never been more volatile, and few recent warnings have reflected this more acutely than the joint Fact Sheet released by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Department of...

In a sobering development for the cloud security landscape, new research has exposed how Microsoft 365’s Direct Send feature—a tool primarily designed for seamless internal communication—has become a significant vector for phishing attacks. As organizations of all sizes deepen their reliance on...

Hewlett Packard Enterprise has set a new benchmark for high-availability data processing with the introduction of its latest NonStop Compute platforms, the NS5 X5 and NS9 X5. Built with the needs of mission-critical operations in mind, these new servers signal a significant leap for industries...

In an era where the digital workspace is increasingly anchored in cloud-based platforms, the importance of robust backup and recovery strategies for business-critical data has never been more pronounced. As organizations of all sizes migrate operations to Microsoft 365, a suite that has become...

As cyber threats targeting Microsoft 365 continue to evolve, understanding and mitigating these risks is paramount for organizations relying on this platform. Recent analyses have identified several critical vulnerabilities that demand immediate attention. 1. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)...

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, Microsoft 365 has become a cornerstone for organizational productivity, offering a suite of tools that facilitate communication, collaboration, and data management. However, its widespread adoption has also made it a prime target for cyber threats...

The night was humming with the quiet, digital anxiety only IT professionals know too well when the heartbeat of business thrums through cloud infrastructure and acronyms like MFA, MACE, and Entra are uttered with the reverence reserved for ancient gods. Into this perfectly (and precariously)...

A new wave of pass-the-cookie (PTC) attacks is shaking up cybersecurity, exploiting vulnerabilities in widely deployed multi-factor authentication (MFA) systems used by platforms like Microsoft 365 and YouTube. Recent advisories from the FBI and leading cybersecurity firms underscore the...

A recent report by SecurityScorecard has uncovered a massive botnet of over 130,000 compromised devices launching widespread Microsoft 365 password spray attacks. By exploiting the outdated Basic Authentication protocol, threat actors are sidestepping multi-factor authentication (MFA) defenses...

In an era where Microsoft 365 environments have become the lifeblood of businesses, a new threat vector is emerging as cybercriminals adapt their tactics by leveraging HTTP client tools. A recent report reveals that over three-quarters of Microsoft 365 tenants experienced at least one account...

In a startling revelation, security researchers have uncovered a vulnerability in Microsoft's Azure multi-factor authentication (MFA) system, which allowed attackers to bypass this essential security measure and gain unauthorized access to sensitive accounts. This incident underscores the...

In a digital landscape increasingly defined by the need for robust security protocols, even the giants can stumble. Recently, a concerning vulnerability dubbed AuthQuake was discovered in Microsoft’s Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) system, raising alarms among cybersecurity experts and users...

In a shocking revelation that has sent ripples through the cybersecurity community, a recent report by Oasis Security has unveiled a critical vulnerability in Microsoft’s Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) system, one that can be exploited without any user interaction. Imagine a scenario where...

In a shocking revelation, Oasis Security's research team has uncovered a critical vulnerability in Microsoft’s Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) system that poses a severe risk to the security of over 400 million Office 365 accounts. Dubbed “AuthQuake,” this flaw allows malicious actors to...

In a troubling turn of events for millions of Windows users, a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) system has been uncovered, leaving a staggering number of accounts at risk of unauthorized access. This breach of security not only raises eyebrows but casts a dark...